The Wallabout Prison Ships, 1776-1783 (1920)

The Wallabout Prison Ships, 1776-1783 is a historical book written by Eugene L. Armbruster and published in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive account of the prison ships that were used by the British during the American Revolutionary War to house American prisoners of war. The ships were anchored in Wallabout Bay, Brooklyn, and were notorious for their harsh conditions, overcrowding, and disease outbreaks. Armbruster's book offers a detailed examination of the experiences of the prisoners on board the ships, including their daily lives, medical treatment, and attempts to escape. The author also delves into the political and military context of the war, discussing the reasons behind the British use of prison ships and the efforts made by the American government to secure the release of their soldiers. The Wallabout Prison Ships, 1776-1783 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution, as well as those interested in the treatment of prisoners of war and the evolution of warfare.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.