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Book SynopsisProvides an understanding of how war was conducted in the early French Wars in northern New England
Trade ReviewA useful work...recommended. -- R.P. Gildrie * CHOICE *
Eames has added a valuable description of the nature of war that dominated New England for much of the century leading to 1775. -- Richard I. Melvoin * American Journal of American History *
The book is made up of a superb introduction and eleven chapters...Eames has produced a book that makes a much-needed contribution to the 'new military history' (which blends social and military history) that will appeal to the motivated students of history who belong to Phi Alpha Theta. * The Historian *
An ambitious and well-researched attempt to understand anew the provincial soldier and the particular circumstances of war on the New England frontier. * H-Net Reviews *
Steven Eames renders a scholarly social history that challenges some views of the provincial soldier...[he] writes clearly, and his narrative is livened with numerous quotes from primary sources. We learn of the provincial soldier from his own words. * Post Library *
Rustic Warrior is an important contribution to the military history of colonial America. * American Historical Review *
Table of ContentsList of Maps Preface and Acknowledgments Introduction: The New England Provincial Soldier: A Problem of PerceptionPart I: Warfare on the New Engl and Frontier 1 The Initiation of War and the New England Military System 2 Garrisons: The First Line of Defense 3 Provincial Forts: The Magnet 4 Scouts: Patrols, Probes, and Raids 5 Expeditions: The Anglo-American Partnership 6 Stores of War: The Logistical Nightmare Part II: The Provincial Soldier 7 Recruiting: Gone for a Soldier 8 Officers: Chosen to Lead 9 Battle Drill and Fighting Spirit 10 Battle Experience: Facing the Enemy 11 The Wounds of War Afterword Notes Index About the Author
