Publisher's Synopsis
""Revolutionary Defenses in Rhode Island"" is a historical account of the fortifications and beacons erected during the American Revolution in Rhode Island. Written by Edward Field and originally published in 1896, this book provides a detailed description of the various defensive structures that were built to protect Rhode Island from British invasion. The author covers the construction and use of forts, batteries, and redoubts, as well as the role of beacons in warning of enemy attacks. The book also includes maps and illustrations of the fortifications and their locations. This informative and well-researched work is an essential resource for anyone interested in the military history of Rhode Island during the Revolutionary War.With Muster Rolls Of The Companies Stationed Along The Shores Of Narragansett Bay.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.
