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The Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution, Vol. 1 (of 2) / or, Illustrations, by Pen And Pencil, of the History, Biography, Scenery, Relics, and Traditions of the War for Independence

By Benson John Lossing
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A combined travelogue and illustrated history documenting journeys to sites associated with the American Revolution. The narrator recounts visits to battlefields, relics, and monuments across the original states and into Canada, interweaving on-site descriptions, sketches, and engraved illustrations with historical narrative and documentary appendices. Military plans and topographical details are compared and corrected where possible, and an analytical index bridges the fragmented local accounts. Emphasis is placed on faithful depiction of artifacts, accessible presentation of events, and the author's aim to preserve and popularize the period's scenes and traditions.

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Benson John Lossing

Benson John Lossing was an American historian and illustrator, best known for his detailed works on the American Revolutionary War. His most notable contributions include "The Pictorial Field-Book of the Revolution," a two-volume set that combines historical narrative with illustrations, providing a vivid account of the events, figures, and landscapes of the war for independence. Lossing's writings reflect a deep interest in American history and heritage, and he often emphasized the importance of preserving the nation's past through both text and imagery. In addition to his work on the Revolution, he authored several other historical texts, including "The Two Spies: Nathan Hale and John André" and volumes on George Washington.

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