Published: 1849, Joseph Robinson, Baltimore
From Robert Purviance, Jr., A Narrative of Events Which Occurred in Baltimore Town During the Revolutionary War, is a collection of then unpublished letters, official documents, and correspondence from prominent revolutionary figures, including his father and uncle, detailing local political movements, military preparations, and the social climate in Baltimore from 1774 to 1781.
His work provides in depth documentation of the activities of prominent merchants and community organizers in their efforts to supply the continental army and state militias with provisions, arms, and ammunition, while also presenting detailed outlines of military actions, local defense mobilization, and the overarching impact of the conflict on the welfare of the city-at-large.
A Narrative of Events Which Occurred in Baltimore Town During the Revolutionary War is a valuable historical research resource that provides a unique and very local perspective on the American Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Baltimore and the Revolutionary War in Maryland.
