Chaining the Hudson: The Fight for the River in the American Revolution [Paperback]

Lincoln Diamant (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 080651535X | ISBN-13: 978-0806515359 | Publication Date: May 1, 2000

Much of the Revolutionary War took was fought along the Hudson River-which for five years was successfully blockaded by American forces by means of a massive chain across the river at West Point. Here is this important story, vividly and dramatically told, from logs, diaries, letters, and with many rare illustrations.In an almost magical sense the reader is drawn back to the time when the country drew its first breath.-The New York TimesBrings to life an extraordinary chapter of the Revolution.-Washington Post[The] best account to date of the Revolutionary War activity in the Valley.-Hudson Valley Regional ReviewMeticulously researched. Reads like good historical fiction.-American History

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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"Brings to life an extraordinary chapter of the Revolution." -- Washington Post

"[The] best account to date of the Revolutionary War activity in the Valley". -- Hudson Valley Regional Review --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Lincoln Diamant's most recent book is Hoopla on the Hudson: An Intimate View of New York's Great 1909 Hudson-Fulton Celebration.
--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 233 pages
• Publisher: Citadel (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 080651535X
• ISBN-13: 978-0806515359
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,218,598 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A vivid account of a standoff that made history, July 14, 2004

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chaining the Hudson: The Fight for the River in the American Revolution (Paperback)

Hudson Valley historian Lincoln Diamant presents Chaining The Hudson: The Fight For The River In The American Revolution, a fascinating history and narration of the naval battles of the American Revolutionary War that were fought along the Hudson River. Especially focussing upon the incredible five-year blockade of the Royal Navy, and grounded firmly in the logs, diaries, personal letters, and other rare historical documents and primary sources, Chaining The Hudson is a vivid account of a standoff that made history, which practically transports the reader to see history in the making. Informative and highly recommended reading.

5.0 out of 5 stars Unsung History of the Revolution, September 28, 2011

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Steven P. Mark - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chaining the Hudson: The Fight for the River in the American Revolution (Paperback)

The main title "Chaining the Hudson" is a bit incomplete but the subtitle "The Fight for the River in the American Revolution" is right-on. I live and often sight-see in the Hudson Valley, in particular sights associated with the American Revbolution. The importance of the Hudson River during the war cannot be overestimated. Infact, it's the star of this book. Lincoln Diamant has done a superlative job of covering this subject. But it's not just about chains. Take, for example, the chapter on Bushnell's "Turtle," the first military submarine. Or the chapter about the efforts to block the Hudson with fire ships and chevaux de frise. The West Point chain wasn't the first time the rebels tried to chain the Hudson and the author includes the history of the entire effort to chain the Hudson at various points. Diamant knows his subject well and the book is diligently researched and an entertaining read. Ironically, the chain successfully put in place from West Point to Constitution Island was never tested by the British as Clinton was bottled up in New York City. The book ends with a chapter on the hoax that developed around the links to the chain after it was dismantled. As an historical relic, a link would be very valuable. Diamant takes you along the path as to which links were real and which were fake or mistakenly thought to be the real deal. A highly informative and entertaining read of an unsual history.

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Read, September 28, 2010

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John C. Seyer "Retired Fisherman" (Indianapolis) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chaining the Hudson: The Fight for the River in the American Revolution (Paperback)

Very interesting historical account. Learned alot not only about the chain, but the Revolutionary War and the part the Hudson Valley played in it.