War on the Run

[Homesteader]

War on the Run - The Epic Story of Robert Rogers and the Conquest of America's First Frontier, by John F. Ross.

2009 book. I'm only about 150 pages in (of nearly 500), but so far it's pretty good stuff. Well researched and documented, few minor issues that only we charcoal burners would notice, and definitely evocative of that time & place. (I imagine.)

Anyone else read it? I'm hoping the next 350 or so pages are equally interesting.

 

[ADK Ephraim]

07-27-09 08:45 PM - Post#742737


Just completed reading the new F&I War/Robert Rogers book, War on the Run, by John F. Ross, recently premiered at Ft Ticonderoga.This is a compelling and very satisfying read, Mr. Ross presents Rogers' story in a new 'bigger picture' light, than one gets by reading Rogers' journals. Especially interesting is the differential comparison, near the end of the book, of the life shaping experiences of Washington and Rodgers and the effect on their ultimate place in history. John Ross is the Exec Editor of American Heritage magazine; this month's signature article in the magazine excerpts the story of the St. Francis Raid from the book. If you are a F&I War enthusiast or a Rogers Rangers reenactor, I strongly recommend you take a look at this new book!! Homesteader - you'll find the remainder of the book just as good as the first part! Enjoy!!

 

[qtrhrs7]

Gentlemen, I was glad to read your posts. I was wondering about this book and you both have helped me decide. Thank you. :thumbsup:

 

[DanChamberlain]

Another great book is "The Northwest Passage". I have an original from the 1930s. These guys suffered mightily.

Dan

 

[colmoultrie]

White Devil by Brumwell (?) is also a very readable account of Rogers.

 

[Homesteader]

I'm reading that one now. Sure is a fascinating period of our history. Those were some tough ole boys.

Anyone recommend a good read on the other side of the war, the Courer de Bois and Canadian militia?