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George Washington's Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution
George Washington's Secret Six The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution
Author: Brian Kilmeade, Don Yaeger
When General George Washington beat a hasty retreat from New York City in August 1776, many thought the American Revolution might soon be over. Instead, Washington rallied -- thanks in large part to a little-known, top-secret group called the Culper Spy Ring. Washington realized he couldn't beat the British with military might, so he recruit...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780143130604
ISBN-10: 0143130609
Publication Date: 10/18/2016
Pages: 336
Edition: Reprint
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Publisher: Sentinel
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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eadieburke avatar reviewed George Washington's Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution on + 1613 more book reviews
This is the true story of the anonymous spies who helped win the Revolutionary War. Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger finally give Townsend and his fellow spies their proper due, telling the fascinating story of how they passed information to George Washington that turned the tide of the war. Using a network of citizen operatives that included a longshoreman, bartender, newspaper editor, housewife, tailor, and femme fatale, and employing a series of complex codes, the so-called Culper Spy Ring used sophisticated tactics to subvert the British. Based on previously unpublished research, George Washington's Secret Six is a gripping history of these amazing, anonymous Patriots who risked their lives for our freedom. This is a most interesting book with a good history lesson. If you love history, you will love the stories contained in this book.
SGTBob avatar reviewed George Washington's Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution on + 156 more book reviews
Historically correct account of the spy ring that George Washington formed to help with the fight for independence from England.
I hated to put it down, it was that interesting.
Brian and Don (the authors) did a wonderful job of gathering the facts and laying them out in a logical manner that afforded me the ability to be informed and entertained at the same time.
Sometimes the factual information was a little overwhelming, but the plots and twists kept your attention and made me want to read more about these six spies.
Loved the book.
reviewed George Washington's Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution on + 2 more book reviews
Very interesting. It is amazing what our forefathers were willing to stake to found this great country.


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