Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of the American Revolution (Equipped for Battle)

Burgan, Michael

ISBN 10: 1429676477 ISBN 13: 9781429676472

Publisher: Edge Books, 2012

Synopsis

The American Revolution saw the old and new on battlefields. Forces on both sides used traditional weapons, but U.S. forces used new tactics to get an edge in battle. Read about the unique uniforms, deadly weapons, and gear used by British and U.S. troops during the American Revolution.

About this title

About the Author:

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. He has also written fiction and adapted classic novels. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection. Michael has also worked as an editor at Weekly Reader, the classroom news magazine used in schools across the United States. Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor's degree in history. When not writing for kids, he enjoys writing plays, and his works have been staged across the United States. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

About this edition

• Publisher: Edge Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1429676477
• ISBN 13: 9781429676472
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 32