Was the Civil War Won by Chance?
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The Timber Ties: Naval Power and American Independence
This chapter explores the relationship between British naval needs and the exploitation of North American timber during the colonial period. It highlights the Pine Tree Riot of 1772 as a significant yet overlooked precursor to the Revolutionary War, emphasizing the broader implications of resource conflicts on the path to American independence.
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