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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9781848546134
- Publication Year
- 2014
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- Publication Name
- When Britain Burned the White House: the 1814 Invasion of Washington
- Item Height
- 197 mm
- Publisher
- John Murray Press
- Subject
- History
- Item Weight
- 244 g
- Item Width
- 129 mm
- Number of Pages
- 320 Pages
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In August 1814 the United States' army is defeated in battle by an invading force just outside Washington DC. The US president and his wife have just enough time to pack their belongings and escape from the White House before the enemy enters. The invaders tuck into the dinner they find still sitting on the dining-room table and then set fire to the place. 9/11 was not the first time the heartland of the United States was struck a devastating blow by outsiders. Two centuries earlier, Britain - now America's close friend, then its bitterest enemy - set Washington ablaze before turning its sights to Baltimore. In his compelling narrative style, Peter Snow recounts the fast-changing fortunes of both sides of this extraordinary confrontation, the outcome of which inspired the writing of the 'Star-Spangled Banner', America's national anthem. Using a wealth of material including eyewitness accounts, he also describes the colourful personalities on both sides of these spectacular events: Britain's fiery Admiral Cockburn, the cautious but immensely popular army commander Robert Ross, and sharp-eyed diarists James Scott and George Gleig. On the American side: beleaguered President James Madison, whose young nation is fighting the world's foremost military power, his wife Dolley, a model of courage and determination, military heroes such as Joshua Barney and Sam Smith, and flawed incompetents like Army Chief William Winder and War Secretary John Armstrong. When Britain Burned the White House highlights this unparalleled moment in American history, its far-reaching consequences for both sides and Britain's and America's decision never again to fight each other.
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Publisher
John Murray Press
ISBN-13
9781848546134
eBay Product ID (ePID)
212649137
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Publication Name
When Britain Burned the White House: the 1814 Invasion of Washington
Language
English
Subject
History
Publication Year
2014
Type
Textbook
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
197 mm
Item Weight
244 g
Item Width
129 mm
Additional Product Features
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United Kingdom
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- m***c (1102)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book on cylinder heads was as described in the listing and supplied new at a very competitive price. Another excellent purchase from Speedyhen. The book was promptly dispatched and was very well packed. Communication from the seller was excellent. I would buy from this seller again with confidence. In my opinion, has to be a five-star seller. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐David Vizard's How to Port & Flow Test Cylinder Heads by David Vizard... (#364317545962)
- r***e (2760)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThis book arrived in much better than "good" condition as described in the listing: I'd say "new and unread"! Excellent value, postage included in the price. Professionally packaged in recyclable cardboard and brown paper, very promptly dispatched and delivered via Royal Mail Tracked: 2 days purchase-to-delivery, so thanks for using Royal Mail ~ I always recommend them. Am very pleased with my purchase and happy to recommend this seller. Buy with confidence! Many thanks and best wishes, CJ.
- o***r (68)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseArrived today in perfect condition, still sealed and brand new, good value for the money, excellent ebayer, would use them again, described perfectly and very good communication with the seller.Nissan Qashqai Petrol & Diesel (Feb '14-'20) 63 to 69 by Peter Gill... (#394682185765)