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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a forgotten chapter of American history, recounting the first armed uprising against British rule in the colonies, a decade before the famed battles of Lexington and Concord. Through the lens of Colonel James Smith's remarkable life, we witness the escalating tensions on the Pennsylvania frontier as settlers clashed with both Native Americans and British authorities. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the French and Indian War, offering a glimpse into the brutal realities of frontier life, including Smith's own harrowing captivity and escape from indigenous tribes. As the conflict evolves, the book explores the complex dynamics between colonists, soldiers, and Native Americans, highlighting the clash between economic interests, security concerns, and the yearning for freedom. At the heart of this historical account lies a deeper exploration of human rights versus property rights, and the struggle of ordinary people against the powerful forces of capital and authority. The author meticulously reconstructs this pivotal moment in American history, drawing upon contemporary documents and Smith's own memoirs to shed light on the motivations and actions of those who dared to challenge the British crown. Ultimately, this book reveals the Pennsylvania Rebellion as a crucial precursor to the American Revolution, demonstrating how the seeds of dissent were sown long before the iconic events of 1775. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282287764_0
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. very good trade paperback. Facsimile reprint of manuscript from 1834 Joames Smith's Memoirs. Seller Inventory # 211022-MB78
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The First Rebel: Being a Lost Chapter of Our History and a True Narrative of Americas First Uprising Against English Military Authority and an Account of the First Fighting Between Armed Colonists and British Regulars, Together With a Biography of Colone
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