Publisher's Synopsis
West Cambridge On The Nineteenth Of April, 1775: An Address is a historical book written by Samuel Abbot Smith in 1864. The book recounts the events of April 19, 1775, when the American Revolution began with the battles of Lexington and Concord. Smith focuses on the town of West Cambridge (now known as Arlington), Massachusetts, and describes the role it played in the early stages of the conflict. The author provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the battles, including the tensions between the colonists and the British troops stationed in Boston. He also describes the mobilization of the colonial militia and the preparations made by the British army. Smith's narrative is based on primary sources, including diaries, letters, and other historical documents. He provides insight into the thoughts and feelings of the people who lived through these events, and he offers a unique perspective on the American Revolution from the viewpoint of a small town. Overall, West Cambridge On The Nineteenth Of April, 1775: An Address is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution. It offers a detailed and engaging account of the events that led to the start of the conflict and sheds light on the experiences of ordinary people during this pivotal moment in American history.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.
