Grace Barclay's Diary - Lydia Minturn Post - Bog

Grace Barclay's Diary: Or Personal Recollections Of The American Revolution is a historical book written by Lydia Minturn Post and published in 1859. The book is a collection of diary entries and personal recollections of Grace Barclay, a young woman who lived during the American Revolution. The diary entries provide a unique and intimate perspective on the events of the American Revolution, as seen through the eyes of a young woman who lived through them.The book is divided into chapters, each covering a different period of the American Revolution. The first chapter covers the events leading up to the Revolutionary War, including the Stamp Act and the Boston Tea Party. The subsequent chapters cover the major battles of the war, including Bunker Hill, Saratoga, and Yorktown. The final chapter covers the aftermath of the war, including the signing of the Treaty of Paris and the establishment of the United States as a new nation.Throughout the book, Grace Barclay's diary entries provide a vivid and personal account of the American Revolution. She writes about the hardships and sacrifices that she and her family endured during the war, as well as the bravery and heroism of the soldiers who fought for independence. The book also includes illustrations and maps that help to bring the events of the American Revolution to life.Overall, Grace Barclay's Diary: Or Personal Recollections Of The American Revolution is a fascinating historical book that provides a unique perspective on one of the most important periods in American history. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the American Revolution or early American history in general.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.