Rifles And Riflemen At The Battle Of King's Mountain - Paperback

by Rogers W. Young (Author), C. P. Russell (Author), Alfred F. Hopkins (Author)

Rifles and Riflemen at the Battle of King's Mountain is a historical book written by Rogers W. Young. The book provides a detailed account of the Battle of King's Mountain, which took place on October 7, 1780, during the American Revolutionary War. The battle was fought between the British army, led by Major Patrick Ferguson, and the American Patriots, who were mostly frontiersmen and farmers from the Appalachian Mountains.The book focuses on the role of rifles and riflemen in the battle and how they played a crucial role in the American victory. The author provides a thorough analysis of the tactics used by both sides and how the American riflemen were able to outmaneuver and defeat the British army. The book also includes biographies of some of the key figures in the battle, including William Campbell, John Sevier, and Isaac Shelby.The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and firsthand accounts from soldiers who fought in the battle. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the terrain and tactics used during the battle.Overall, Rifles and Riflemen at the Battle of King's Mountain is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important battles of the American Revolutionary War. It will appeal to anyone interested in military history, the American Revolution, or the role of rifles and riflemen in warfare.National Park Service Popular Study Series No. 12.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.