Exiles In Virginia - Thomas Gilpin - Bog

""Exiles in Virginia: With Observations on the Conduct of the Society of Friends During the Revolutionary War"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Thomas Gilpin. The book tells the story of a group of Quakers who were exiled from their homes in Pennsylvania during the American Revolutionary War and sent to live in Virginia. The author describes the challenges they faced in adapting to their new surroundings and the conflicts they encountered with the local population.Gilpin also provides a detailed analysis of the role of the Society of Friends (Quakers) during the Revolutionary War. He examines the Quaker belief in pacifism and their refusal to take up arms, which often put them at odds with both the British and American sides of the conflict. The book offers a unique perspective on the war and the experiences of those who chose to remain neutral.Overall, ""Exiles in Virginia"" is a well-researched and insightful account of a lesser-known aspect of the Revolutionary War. It sheds light on the struggles faced by Quakers during this tumultuous period in American history and provides a valuable contribution to the understanding of the role of religion in times of war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.