1812, The War And Its Moral: A Canadian Chronicle (Paperback)

War tests identity and allegiance. In 1812, on a vast wooded frontier, British North America faced invasion from the young United States, and the struggle that followed helped shape the very idea of Canada. William F. Coffin's 1812, The War And Its Moral: A Canadian Chronicle is a vivid war of 1812 Canada book that traces the campaigns, hardships and choices of early 19th century Canada during this Canada US wartime conflict. Written from the standpoint of a committed colonial observer, it explores British North America defence, the loyalties of settlers in the Upper Canada wartime era, and the complex blend of fear, resolve and imperial loyalty and patriotism that sustained a small population against a larger republic. Long recognised as a Canadian military history classic, Coffin's nineteenth century war chronicle combines clear narrative with reflective commentary on character, duty and national destiny. It remains an essential war of 1812 reference for loyalist Canada historical studies, a compelling entry point for readers new to British Empire military history, and a valuable Canadian history students resource for understanding how contemporaries interpreted invasion, resistance and emerging nationhood. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure, this carefully prepared edition invites both general readers and classic-literature collectors to rediscover the conflict that helped define Canada.

Author:

William F Coffin

Publisher:

Alpha Edition

Publication Date:

March 15, 2021

Number of pages:

300 pages

Language:

English

Binding:

Paperback

ISBN-10:

9354485979

ISBN-13:

9789354485978