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The Fate of the Day

The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780

Rick Atkinson

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Description

The Fate of the Day (2025) chronicles the middle years of the American Revolution, when Washington's exhausted Continental Army fought for survival against the world's most formidable military force while the conflict evolved from a colonial rebellion into a global war. This meticulously researched history reveals how the Revolution's brutal middle phase tested both the Continental Army's endurance and the new democracy's demands on its citizens, ultimately transforming a ragtag militia into a force capable of defeating the British Empire.

Who Should Listen

  • History lovers interested in the epic tale of American independence
  • Military strategy enthusiasts who want the lowdown on iconic battles
  • Biography lovers keen to understand the actions of this era’s key figures

About the Authors

Rick Atkinson is a Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and former Washington Post correspondent renowned for his masterful narrative military histories, including the acclaimed Liberation Trilogy about World War II. His meticulous research and compelling storytelling have established him as one of America's premier writers of battlefield history, bringing epic conflicts to life through vivid character portraits and dramatic reconstructions of pivotal moments.