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History of the Rise, Progress and Termination of the American Revolution: Interspersed with Biographical, Political and Moral Observations. In Three Volumes

This multi-volume work provides a detailed narrative of the American Revolution, incorporating biographical sketches, political analysis, and moral commentary. more

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Mercy Otis Warren
Mercy Otis Warren

A writer during the American Revolutionary War period, known for her opposition to colonial rule and advocacy for women's rights. Her work, 'The History of the American Revolution', is an important historical document that records the history of the American Revolutionary War. more

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