Moving on from his international bestseller The Real History Of World War II, acclaimed historian Alan Axelrod explains how the American Revolution really began.
In this lively, riveting and authoritative narrative, Axelrod diligently outlines the complicated mix of philosophical ideals and economic self-interest that sparked America’s struggle for independence. From the seeds of dissent and the first bullets at Lexington and Concord, to the victory at Yorktown and the Paris Treaty, this is a thoroughly researched overview.
Interspersed through the detailed text are colourful illustrations and maps, plus informative sidebars covering:
• reality checks
• alternative takes
• pop culture
• medical matters
• statistics
• eyewitness accounts
• and more.
The medical sidebars prove particularly interesting, with one discussing the madness of King George III and another describing a general’s deathbed tantrum.

Excerpt:
According to The Real History Of The American Revolution, "We call the most famous song of the American Revolution "Yankee Doodle", but its original title was "The Farmer and His Son's Return from a Visit to the Camp." Not half as catchy!