Title: A turning point in history
Review: Most of what many of us know about the American Revolution comes from high school or college text books. In 1776, David McCullough fleshes out the history by including descriptions of the physical and personal characteristics of those most heavily involved with the winning of this nation's freedom. George Washington, in particular, is no two-dimensional hero, but is shown with both his virtues and flaws. The condition of the Continental Army is described and documented in detail, including the absence of shoes and proper hygiene. Things could not have seemed more dire for Washington's forces after they retreated from New York in 1776. The turnaround came at Trenton, described by McCullough as a "plain little place of no particular consequence", which suddenly became the city of Washington's most significant victory. This book will be interesting to most, but especially history buffs who will enjoy the detail of military tactics and mistakes.
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