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« on: May 21, 2007, 07:55:38 PM » |
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As I am in the midst of studying the Southern Campaigns of the Revolutionary War, Lt. Gen. Charles, Lord Cornwallis, plays a major role in the story. I just went looking on Amazon and was surprised to find that there doesn't appear to have been a biography of Cornwallis written in modern times. Mark Peters, since you're across the pond, are you aware of any British biographies of Cornwallis? If so, I think I'd like to get my hands on a copy.
Eric
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« Reply #1 on: May 21, 2007, 11:22:44 PM » |
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Eric, I believe that there hasn't been a recent study of Lord Cornwallis. I certainly don't have one in my collection, which does seem a glaring omission. Recent UK books dealing have concentrated mostly on the politicians involved, and the issues surrounding the decision not to prosecute the war as was necessary to secure victory. Best wishes, Mark PS. I haven't forgotten about the thing about the purchase of commissions!  |
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« Reply #2 on: May 22, 2007, 08:00:43 AM » |
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As I am in the midst of studying the Southern Campaigns of the Revolutionary War, Lt. Gen. Charles, Lord Cornwallis, plays a major role in the story. ...
If you have a chance, attend one of the characterizations of Cornwallis give by Howard Burnham. It is a very entertaining and educational session. I saw him last year at Cowpens. He does a number of other personalities also. http://www.howardburnham.com/index.htmlRobT |
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« Reply #3 on: May 22, 2007, 08:01:24 AM » |
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Mark,
Given the huge role played by Cornwallis, that surprises me a bit, but it is what it is. Hopefully, someone will tackle a modern biography of him sooner than later. Thanks for confirming what I suspected.
Eric
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« Reply #4 on: May 22, 2007, 10:27:29 AM » |
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Rob, What a small world. Mr Burnham was from, and grew up in, my home county of Dorset.  Thanks for the link. Best wishes, Mark |
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« Reply #5 on: May 23, 2007, 05:37:06 AM » |
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Re; Books on Cornwallis. I have Cornwallis The American Adventure by Franklin & Mary Wickshire, Houghton Mifflin Co 1970. Also, Cornwallis The Imperial Years, same authors, University of North Carlolina Press 1980.
I found these very good. YMH & OS, Uncle Ben
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« Reply #6 on: May 23, 2007, 06:07:02 AM » |
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Rob,
What a small world. Mr Burnham was from, and grew up in, my home county of Dorset.
Indeed sir, indeed. I can not recommend his performances too highly! He will be in Europe next month. I will likely see him again in Spartanburg, SC as Tarleton. regards RobT |
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« Reply #7 on: May 23, 2007, 11:04:48 PM » |
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Ben wrote:
I have Cornwallis The American Adventure by Franklin & Mary Wickshire, Houghton Mifflin Co 1970. Also, Cornwallis The Imperial Years, same authors, University of North Carlolina Press 1980.
I think this highlights the problem, with both these books seemingly written Stateside. I also presume, from their titles, that they concentrate on his time in the American colonies.
I think I agree with Eric that a new book using UK primary and secondary sources, in conjunction with sources from the US, may provide a fresh perspective on Lord Cornwallis. Still, it does seem an area largely ignored when considering, say, the US Civil War.
Best wishes,
Mark
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« Reply #8 on: May 24, 2007, 10:34:30 AM » |
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So, Mark, are you offering to write one? Being that you are in the UK, and have access to the resources???  |
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« Reply #9 on: May 24, 2007, 12:16:49 PM » |
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So, Mark, are you offering to write one? Being that you are in the UK, and have access to the resources??? Susan, I'll leave that to the professionals.  Best wishes, Mark |
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« Reply #10 on: December 27, 2009, 10:30:07 AM » |
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It seems to me that modern historians tend to give a big Thumbs-up to Cornwallis as a general. I don't necessarily dispute that opinion but I wonder what exactly it is we base it upon. Has anyone given serious thought to what strategic or tactical decisions made by Cornwallis display a high degree of skill as a general?
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