The Defence of Stonington (Connecticut): Against a British Squadron, August 9th to 12th, 1814
A thrilling account of one of the most dramatic episodes of the War of 1812, this book by James Hammond Trumbull tells the story of the heroic defense of Stonington, Connecticut, against a superior British force. Drawing on eyewitness accounts and official records, Trumbull provides a vivid and detailed description of the battle, as well as an insightful analysis of its historical significance.
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