Evacuation Day, 1783

Evacuation Day, 1783: Its Many Stirring Events, With Recollections Of Capt. John Van Arsdale Of The Veteran Corps Of Artillery is a historical book written by James Riker. The book describes the events that took place during the evacuation of British troops from New York City on November 25, 1783, which marked the end of the American Revolutionary War. The author provides a detailed account of the various events that occurred during this historic day, including the departure of the British troops, the arrival of General George Washington, and the lowering of the Union Jack and raising of the American flag at Fort George.In addition to the historical events, the book also includes the recollections of Captain John Van Arsdale, who served in the Veteran Corps of Artillery during the Revolutionary War. Van Arsdale provides a firsthand account of the events leading up to the evacuation and the role played by his unit in the final days of the war.Overall, Evacuation Day, 1783: Its Many Stirring Events, With Recollections Of Capt. John Van Arsdale Of The Veteran Corps Of Artillery is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on one of the most important events in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the American Revolutionary War or the history of New York City.By Whose Efforts On That Day The Enemy Were Circumvented, And The American Flag Successfully Raised On The Battery.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.