Revolution on the Hudson: New York City and the Hudson River Valley in the American War of Independence

Interesting read. While not totally it does cover quite a bit of the Hudson Valley.

I decided to write a quick review of this book and was surprised to see a one star review when I thought it was so good. Had to shake my head when I saw that the one star review was written by someone who had not read the book but only looked in the index...The book itself successfully straddles that fine line of providing all the historical detail you could want while still telling a story that keeps your adrenaline pumping. Daughan brings the Revolution alive and I doubt there will be any Revolution buff who fails to have an I never knew that! moment. Definitely worth your while whether your interest in the Revolution is casual or complex.

Frequently went off topic from its supposed focus on The Hudson, BUT I learned a lot about the War from the British viewpoint, about the overlooked years of 1778-1782, and about British and French naval strategy.

Great book. Obviously very well researched and detailed. I felt that the lack of good maps of the period was the weakness of the story. However, I am a map freak who enjoys seeing the campaigns visually. I have already recommended it to friends.

Not a bad overall history of the Revolution, but not specifically about the Hudson River or Valley. It includes an overview of battles fought in that region and why it was important to both sides, but only as a general overview. I didnt find it overloaded with detail and didnt learn anything goes new but I do recommend it for someone looking to read a good, general book about the war.

A very well-written book, clear with an interesting narrative. The title is somewhat misleading: very little of the action takes place on the Hudson River. This is more or less a naval history of the entire war throughout the colonies, although it stresses how both sides saw control of the Hudson corridor as vital. Dr. Daughan is an expert in naval strategy, but writes for the lay readers enjoyment. He also provides unique insights into the mistakes and failures of both sides. All in all, a wonderful book for anyone interested in our War for Independence.

Incredible book that should be read by anyone interested in American history. Very revealing read, interesting and reads like a novel. I purchased this book for myself and then bought two more copies to give as gifts to my history buff friends.

Well written,great attention to detail. Author complete understanding of subject matter on both battlefield, sea board and lake come through in his writing and also his unique take away of the revolution. Good maps and a fresh box set pins are a must. Details are that good.

A very good read about the Revolution not just on the Hudson (North) River but pretty much about the entire war. He goes in details in some of the battles from both sides where some authors stress one side. The only negative I’ve found was the lack of maps. I kept “A Battlefield Atlas of the American Revolution by Craig Symonds nearby to reference the locations and the sequences of many of the battles. Otherwise a great book, well done. Four stars due to a lack of maps. Other wise it would be five.

Very interesting as to how things came together to enable the patriots to defeat England and how very close the British came to winning. Much about the British errors and personalities. The writing was a bit stilted possibly to put the reader in an 18th century mindset. It also showed how the American Congress and the elites began screwing the citizens early on.