The first significant offensive operation of the American Revolution was the invasion of British Canada by American troops in 1775. It was the opening act of the Northern Campaign in which we hoped to take control of British Canada and secure our northern flank.
Tom Hand, creator and publisher of Americana Corner, discusses how this campaign began, who was involved, and why it still matters today.
Photo Credits:
Library of Congress
Yale University Art Gallery
New York Public Library
Mount Vernon