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Battle of Brooklyn 1776 Hardcover – January 1, 2003

by John J. Gallagher (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 61 ratings
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This popular 1995 work is now available in trade paperback for all those who have still not read a vivid, exciting account of the largest battle of the American Revolution (albeit a crushing American defeat) and for all those who continue to refer to the clash as “The Battle of Long Island.†At Brooklyn, George Washington commanded the largest army that he would handle throughout the Revolution, and though he did not at first succeed, the fighting that day set the stage for victories to come. “In his shot-by-shot account of the largest and bloodiest battle of the American Revolution, Gallagher recreates the fierce encounter of 27 August 1776 in which twenty thousand British, Hessian and Loyalist troops defeated ten thousand patriot soldiers. . . . the book offers many perceptive observations and the author succinctly summarizes the lessons derived . . . this book is recommended reading for those who cherish the heritage of the gallant `rabble in arms†that risked all for American independence.†— Long Island Historical Journal “Long neglected . . . the Battle of Brooklyn is given comprehensive coverage . . . using a lively writing style Gallagher makes it easy to visualize the actual skirmishes by providing interesting details.†— Flintlock and Powderhorn
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  1. Print length
    206 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Book Sales
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2003
  5. Dimensions
    6.25 x 1 x 9.25 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0785816631
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0785816638
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Book Sales (January 1, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0785816631
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0785816638
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.15 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 61 ratings

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Rocco Dormarunno
5.0 out of 5 stars Brooklyn under siege, 1776
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2004
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John Gallagher's book, BATTLE OF BROOKLYN, 1776, provides us with a glimpse into a little known confrontation that had an enormous impact on our nation. When most people think of the significant battles of the Revolutionary War, they think of Bunker Hill, Saratoga, Yorktown, or Trenton. But New York City, and Brooklyn specifically was the scene for the first great battle.

Unfortunately, as Mr. Gallagher sympathetically conveys, the battle was a disaster from beginning to end. Over a thousand of Washington's troops were injured, captured, or killed. It was only with the brave and selfless assistance of the Marylanders, that the American troops were able to evacuate. Mr. Gallagher, with the skill of suspense novelist as well as historian, describes Washington's daring escape from Brooklyn, at night, in an intense fog.

I'm just scratching the surface here. This is a fascinating account of an undeservedly overlooked event of the American Revolution, and Mr. Gallagher deserves utmost credit for preserving its memory.
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Mark Bryson
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book on this battle, but much more benefits
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2018
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I enjoyed this read. In describing details about the battle of Brooklyn, it also helped to give detail and insight into more than just this battle. Detail was giving about the American soldier and background of where men were from, what views they may have had about the war. Descriptions and contrasts of the weapons used by both sides were interesting. Also, the political situation in New York and Long Island was very insightful. A good bit of insight was given as to the abilities of Washington to lead and direct the army at this early stage of the war. Even the detail of accuracy of naval weapons vs. shore batteries was something that I had not read before. You will learn a lot of this early important battle, but you will learn much more about the intricacies of the war itself by the broad range of topics covered. I read this on a Kindle and found the maps hard to read, I would recommend using a "real book" to get the most benefit.
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JeaneenB
5.0 out of 5 stars Very pleased.
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2022
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Much better condition than I expected. Quick delivery. Quite satisfied.
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L. Sabin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great History of Both the Battle and (Really) Old Brooklyn
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2002
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John Gallagher's narrative in this short book is very comprehensive while still being easy to read. It is interspersed with great little historical tidbits and teasers as well, and provides some great detail to the old 18th century villages that make up the City of Brooklyn today.
The reader gets the impression that Gallagher fully enjoyed writing on The Battle of Brooklyn and conveys this sense of historical importance very well.
In addition to the great narrative, there are many facts revealed about both the Revolutionary War and different parts of Brooklyn that both professional historians and casual history readers may not have known.
A highly recommended, quick and insightful read.
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Bill C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding account. Thoroughly researched. Recommended to anyone interested in the origin of our country.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2021
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Makes clear the motives and sacrifices of our founders as well as the role played by ordinary citizens and the soldiers on both sides of the conflict.
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Gilberto Villahermosa
4.0 out of 5 stars A Seminal But Long-Forgotten Battle
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2007
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John J. Gallagher's "The Battle of Brooklyn 1776" is well researched and written. It provides considerable insight into one of the Revolutionary War's seminal but long forgotten battles.

Gallagher provides considerable background on the British and Colonial armies (Continenal Army and milita), their leaders and the sympathies of the people of New York in 1776. He places the Battle of Brooklyn in its proper strategic perspective and, where possible, lets the participants tell the story. It is well that he does, for the author's style is a bit dry.

Nonetheless, "The Battle of Brooklyn 1776" allows the reader to better appreciate how close the British came to ending the Revolutionary War once and for all. More importantly, it illustrates the shortcomings and talents of George washington and his commanders as military leaders. At the tactical level, the battle was a disaster for the Continental Army. But Washington's withdrawal from Long Island with the bulk of his forces and equipment intact - an event which won the American army a great deal of grudging admiration from British generals - portended a long war for King George III and his army.

Those unfamiliar with America's struggle for independence between 1775 and 1783 will find this a useful read.
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Richard Millea
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved The Battle of Brooklyn.
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2013
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Reading "The Battle Of Brooklyn" was a reading that cannot be missed. As a Brooklyn resident all my life
I enjoyed reading what happerned in my own back yard. I never realised all the history that happerned in
Brooklyn until i read this book. A must read for all and more if you are from that great borough of
Brooklyn.
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Gene Eric Salecker
3.0 out of 5 stars Good but Not Great
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023
This is a good book with good information about the Revolutionary War American soldiers and militia, the British soldiers, and the German soldiers leading up to the Battle of Brooklyn. Author John J. Gallagher apparently has never handled 1770s firearms because he makes a few mistakes when he writes about how the weapons were loaded and fired. However, the reason I give this book only 3 stars is because the author is continuously foretelling what is going to happen when he finally gets around to telling about the battle. Why not wait until your telling about the battle to tell the reader some interesting tidbit? Also, I have never been to New York City and probably never will. I couldn't care less that such-and-such is now where 23rd Street and Commerce intersect, or such-and-such is next to this current landmark. All the references to modern streets and landmarks was tedious and unimportant to me. What Mr. Gallagher should have done is put all of the modern landmarks into an appendix. He could have wrote that the site of this part of the battle is now... or where the British marched is now such-and-such street. Keep the modern comments and landmarks out of the reading. It was unnecessary.
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P Leyshon
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully in depth for such a small book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 29, 2015
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Wonderfully in depth for such a small book. Amazing to think that Howe nearly defeated the Continental Army utterly yet threw away his best chance of ending the war.
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