Colonel William Prescott
by Donald R. Ryan
"Heroic Commander of the Battle of Bunker Hill"
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Colonel William Prescott by Donald R. Ryan
Details
War:
American Revolutionary War
Perspective:
Commanders
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
North America
Published Date:
2025
ISBN13:
9781636245683
Summary
This biography chronicles the life of Colonel William Prescott, the American Revolutionary War officer who commanded colonial forces at the Battle of Bunker Hill in 1775. Donald R. Ryan examines Prescott's military leadership during this pivotal early battle, where he allegedly gave the famous order "Don't fire until you see the whites of their eyes." The book explores Prescott's background, his role in the battle that became a symbol of American courage and determination, and his contributions to the Revolutionary cause. It provides insight into both the man and the historic engagement that helped define the American Revolution.
