An interesting journal of Abner Stocking of Chatham, Connecticut / detailing the distressing events of the expedition against Quebec, under the command of Col. Arnold in the year 1775

Name: An interesting journal of Abner Stocking of Chatham, Connecticut / detailing the distressing events of the expedition against Quebec, under the command of Col. Arnold in the year 1775
Author: Abner Stocking

By Abner Stocking

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A firsthand soldier's journal recounts a 1775 military expedition from New England toward Quebec, recording daily marches, embarkation and river travel, navigational hazards and separation in fog, transfer to bateaux at Fort Western, and the difficult overland passage through wilderness. Entries combine logistical detail — routes, encampments, weather — and personal observation of morale, discipline, fear, and sorrow, including a sudden violent death and its effect on comrades. The narrative emphasizes physical hardship, small incidents that reveal character, and the uncertain resolve of men undertaking a perilous, improvised campaign.

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Abner Stocking

Abner Stocking was a soldier from Chatham, Connecticut, who is best known for his firsthand account of the American Revolutionary War. His notable work, "An Interesting Journal of Abner Stocking of Chatham, Connecticut," chronicles the harrowing experiences of the expedition against Quebec in 1775 under Colonel Arnold. This journal provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by American troops during the early stages of the war, reflecting the struggles and resilience of those involved. Stocking's narrative contributes to the understanding of the Revolutionary War from a personal perspective, highlighting the human experiences behind historical events.