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Letters From the Prisons and Prison-ships of the Revolution offers a poignant and invaluable glimpse into the lives of American soldiers and citizens held captive by the British during the Revolutionary War. Compiled and edited by Henry Reed Stiles, this collection presents a series of letters written by prisoners detailing their experiences, hardships, and unwavering patriotism. These firsthand accounts reveal the harsh realities of imprisonment, shedding light on the conditions within prisons and notorious prison ships. Through their own words, the prisoners convey their struggles, hopes, and fears, providing a powerful testament to the human spirit in the face of adversity. This historical compilation serves as a vital resource for understanding the personal costs of the American Revolution and the resilience of those who fought for independence. A must-read for anyone interested in American history and the Revolutionary War. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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