When They Burned The White House

By Andrew Tully

When They Burned The White House is a historical non-fiction book written by Andrew Tully. The book details the events of the War of 1812 and the British invasion of Washington D.C. in 1814. The author provides a detailed account of the battles and events leading up to the burning of the White House, including the capture of Alexandria, Virginia, and the Battle of Bladensburg. The book also explores the political and social climate of the time, including the tensions between the United States and Britain, as well as the role of President James Madison in the conflict. Tully's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American history or military history. Overall, When They Burned The White House is a well-researched and engaging account of a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163821055
• ISBN13: 9781163821053
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"