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Lexington and Concord, the battle heard round the world, George C. Daughan

Label
Lexington and Concord, the battle heard round the world, George C. Daughan
Language
eng
Form of composition
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Format of music
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Literary text for sound recordings
history
Main title
Lexington and Concord
Music parts
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Oclc number
1032263605
Responsibility statement
George C. Daughan
Sub title
the battle heard round the world
Summary
Daughan provides a detailed account of the Battle of Lexington and Concord that challenges the prevailing narrative of the American War of Independence. It was, Daughan argues, based as much in economic concerns as political ones. When Massachusetts militiamen turned out in overwhelming numbers to fight the British, they believed they were fighting for their farms and livelihoods, as well as for liberty
Target audience
adult
Transposition and arrangement
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Classification
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