Publisher's Synopsis
Expedition of the British and Provincial Army, Under Major General Jeffrey Amherst, Against Ticonderoga and Crown Point, 1759 is a historical account of the military campaign led by Major General Jeffrey Amherst during the French and Indian War. The book, written by J. Watts De Peyster and published in 1857, details the strategic planning, battles, and events that took place during the expedition to capture the French forts at Ticonderoga and Crown Point.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the military tactics used by Amherst and his troops, as well as the challenges they faced during the campaign. It also includes a detailed account of the role played by the Native American allies of the British and French forces.The author, J. Watts De Peyster, was a military historian and officer in the New York State Militia. His firsthand knowledge of military strategy and tactics adds depth and authenticity to the book's narrative.Overall, Expedition of the British and Provincial Army, Under Major General Jeffrey Amherst, Against Ticonderoga and Crown Point, 1759 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the French and Indian War and the military campaigns that shaped the outcome of the conflict.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.