We Fought for Freedom: The Story of Our American Revolution
Ross, Tara / Sands, Kate E. The Enemy have now landed on Long Island, and the hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend. Remember officers and Soldiers, that you are Freemen, fighting for the blessings of Liberty." - George Washington, General Orders of August 23, 1776. The American Revolution began in April 1775 and continued until a peace treaty was signed in September 1783. For eight long years...