The Battle of New Orleans by Z. F. Smith
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"The Battle of New Orleans" by Z.F. Smith is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work provides a detailed examination of the crucial battle that took place on January 8, 1815, concluding the War of 1812, as well as the events leading up to it. The narrative highlights not only the battle itself but also the complex interactions and tensions between American forces, the British military, and various
Indigenous and colonial groups that influenced the conflict. The opening of the book provides a thorough background to the War of 1812, establishing the context of political tensions between the United States and Britain after the Revolutionary War. It outlines the buildup of British forces and their strategic intentions toward New Orleans, introducing significant figures such as General Andrew Jackson and Captain Jean Lafitte. Smith details the early skirmishes and movements of both American and British troops along with Jackson's meticulous preparations for defense in the face of overwhelming odds. This introduction sets the stage for the pivotal battle, showcasing the stakes involved and the determination of the American forces despite their vulnerabilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Z. F. (Zachariah Frederick), 1827-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Battle of New Orleans including the Previous Engagements between the Americans and the British, the Indians and the Spanish which led to the Final Conflict on the 8th of January, 1815 |
| Credits |
Produced by Irma pehar, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | New Orleans, Battle of, New Orleans, La., 1815 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25699 |
| Release Date | Jun 5, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 6586 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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