Diary of the American War

Diary of the American War
Author: Johann von Ewald
Publisher: New Haven : Yale University Press
Total Pages: 467
Release: 1979
Genre: United States
ISBN: 9780300021530

This book presents a translation of the diary written by Hessian mercenary Captain Johann Ewald during his service in the American Revolutionary war. Written with humanity, sensitivity, and humor, Ewald's diary discloses many previously unknown facts. His opinions of the British generals and his discussions of their operations, tactics and mistakes are both revealing and entertaining.