The Papers of Captain Rufus Lincoln of Wareham, Mass: Compiled From the Original Records (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Rufus Lincoln

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ISBN 10: 0332104281 ISBN 13: 9780332104287

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Relive a pivotal chapter of the American Revolution through Captain Rufus Lincoln’s own papers.

This edition compiles diaries, letters, muster rolls, and other original records to illuminate the Rhode Island and New England campaigns, the siege of Charleston, the Long Island battles, and the Saratoga campaign from a soldier’s eye view.

This collection offers a rare, ground‑level perspective on the war. It presents day‑by‑day accounts, lists of prisoners, and firsthand notes that connect major events to the people who lived through them. The material preserves the voice of the time, along with editorial notes that help readers understand the context and significance of each document.

Firsthand diary entries and narratives from the early years of the conflict.
Original letters, orders, and miscellaneous papers that reveal military life and logistics.
Detailed lists of prisoners, officers, and military movements tied to key campaigns.
Editorial context and cross‑references that aid navigation of complex events.

Ideal for readers of military history and documentary research, this book will appeal to those seeking a closer look at the American Revolution through primary sources and personal records of a Massachusetts captain.

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