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A Study of Army Camp Life during American Revolution

By Mary Hazel Snuff
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This study reconstructs the daily life of the rank-and-file soldier during the American Revolution, contrasting official regulations with actual practice. Drawing on letters, journals, orderly books, and diaries, it surveys housing (tents, huts, makeshift shelters), food and clothing supply, health and sanitation and hospitals, leisure and religious observance, and camp duties and discipline, emphasizing practical difficulties in provision and compliance. Chapters outline prescribed policies and then describe how scarcity, local conditions, and improvisation shaped soldiers' living conditions and behaviors, concluding with a composite day in camp to synthesize the findings.

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Mary Hazel Snuff

Mary Hazel Snuff is an author recognized for her work in historical literature, particularly focusing on the American Revolutionary War. Her notable book, "A Study of Army Camp Life during American Revolution," provides insights into the daily experiences and challenges faced by soldiers during this pivotal period in American history. Through her writing, Snuff contributes to the understanding of military life and the social dynamics of the time, offering readers a glimpse into the past.

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