Evacuation Day, 1783

Evacuation Day, 1783: Its Many Stirring Events, With Recollections Of Capt. John Van Arsdale Of The Veteran Corps Of Artillery is a historical book written by James Riker. The book recounts the events that took place on November 25, 1783, when the British troops evacuated New York City, marking the end of the American Revolutionary War. The author provides a detailed account of the various events that occurred on that day, including the British withdrawal from the city, the American troops' entry into the city, and the celebrations that followed. The book also includes the recollections of Captain John Van Arsdale, a member of the Veteran Corps of Artillery, who participated in the events of that day. The author uses primary sources and historical documents to provide an accurate and detailed account of the events, making it an important resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution.By Whose Efforts On That Day The Enemy Were Circumvented, And The American Flag Successfully Raised On The Battery.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.