The River And The Rock: The History of Fortress West Point, 1775-1783

By Dave R. Palmer and Dave Richard Palmer

Written by the present superintendent of the US Military Academy. He explores relations between commanders, engineers, and higher authorities, arguing that control of the Hudson determined the war. In addition he gives a colourful chronicle of daily life at the garrison.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0870529927
• ISBN13: 9780870529924
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Hippocrene Books
• Length: 407 Pages
• Weight: 4.45 lbs.