The Defence of Stonington (Connecticut) Against a British Squadron, August 9th to 12th, 1814

Name: The Defence of Stonington (Connecticut) Against a British Squadron, August 9th to 12th, 1814
Author: J. Hammond Trumbull

By J. Hammond Trumbull

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A detailed local account of a coastal borough's defense during an 1814 naval bombardment, narrated through an introductory note, a day-by-day record of the attack, official letters, muster-rolls, and contemporary reports. It reconstructs how a small band of volunteers manned limited artillery and muskets to repel landing parties and withstand three days of bombardment, describes weapons, ordnance effects, and damage, and preserves lists of participants, commemorative poems and anniversary celebrations, along with notes reflecting civic memory and official correspondence about the episode.

About the Author

J. Hammond Trumbull

J. Hammond Trumbull was an American author and historian known for his contributions to the study of early American history and Native American languages. He is particularly recognized for his work "The Defence of Stonington (Connecticut) Against a British Squadron, August 9th to 12th, 1814," which details a significant naval engagement during the War of 1812. Additionally, Trumbull's scholarly interest in linguistics is evident in his book "The Composition of Indian Geographical Names, Illustrated from the Algonkin Languages," where he explores the origins and meanings of place names derived from Native American languages. His works reflect a dedication to preserving and understanding the cultural heritage of the United States.