American Military History, Volume 1

American Military History, Volume 1, by Richard W. Stewart, is a comprehensive overview of the history of the United States military from the colonial period to the present day. The book covers the major wars and conflicts that the United States has been involved in, as well as the development of the military from its earliest days. It also examines the role of the military in American society, and the impact of the military on the nation’s culture and politics. The book is divided into four parts: Part I covers the colonial period and the Revolutionary War; Part II covers the Civil War and Reconstruction; Part III covers the Spanish-American War and World War I; and Part IV covers World War II, the Cold War, and the War on Terror. Each part includes a detailed timeline of events, as well as biographical sketches of key figures in American military history. The book also includes a glossary of military terms and a bibliography of sources.

By Richard W. Stewart · First published 1951 · Genre: Military History, Non-Fiction, Biography · 60 chapters · 173,836 words

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The history of the United States Army lies firmly in the mainstream of modern Western military development. Heir to European traditions, the American Army has both borrowed from and contributed to that main current. Molded by the New World environment, a product of democratic and industrial revolutions, it has at the same time evolved, along with the nation it serves, uniquely. To the present generation of Americans faced by continuing challenges to their national security, the role that force and military institutions have played in American history becomes of increasing interest and importance. This volume is an introduction to the story of the U.S. Army and the American military history of which the Army's story is an integral part.

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• Military History — The title of the book is 'American Military History, Volume 1', indicating that the primary genre of the book is Military History.
• Non-Fiction — The book is a factual account of American Military History, making it a non-fiction work.
• Biography — The book is written by Richard W. Stewart, indicating that it may include biographical information about the author.
• Historical Fiction — The book is a factual account of American Military History, but may include fictional elements to enhance the narrative.

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(richard winship) · 1951 · american · americans · army · army history · artillery · attack · battle · british · command · confederate

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• Work type: Historical account
• Author: Richard W. Stewart
• Date: 1951 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Military History, Non-Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
• Length: 173,836 words
• Structure: 193 chapters, 1,726 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Contents

• Introduction
• What is Military History?
• Theory and Practice of War
• The American Military System
• Introduction
• The European Heritage
• The Military Revolution
• Eighteenth Century European Warfare
• The Colonial Scene
• Colonial Militia
• The Colonies in the World Conflict, 1689–1783
• The American Rifle
• The Colonial Heritage
• Discussion Questions
• Recommended Readings
• Other Readings
• Introduction
• The Outbreak
• Formation of the Continental Army
• The Invasion of Canada and the Fall of Boston
• The New Nation
• Evolution of the Continental Army
• The British Problem
• Of Strategy
• The British Offensive in 1776
• Trenton and Princeton
• Discussion Questions
• Recommended Readings
• Other Readings
• Introduction
• The Campaign of 1777
• Valley Forge
• First Fruits of the French Alliance
• The New Conditions of the War
• British Successes in the South
• Nadir of the American Cause
• Greene's Southern Campaign
• Yorktown: the Final Act
• Surrender of Cornwallis
• The Summing Up: Reasons, Lessons, and Meaning
• Discussion Questions
• Recommended Readings
• Other Readings
• Introduction
• The Question of a Peacetime Army
• Toward a More Perfect Union
• The Militia
• Military Realities in the Federalist Period
• The Indian Expeditions
• Battle of Fallen Timbers
• The Perils of Neutrality
• The Quasi War With France
• Defense Under Jefferson
• The Army and Westward Expansion
• American Reaction to the Napoleonic Wars
• Discussion Questions
• Recommended Readings
• Other Readings
• Introduction
• Origins of the War

More by Richard W. Stewart

• American Military History, Volume 2 (2004)
• All works by Richard W. Stewart