Born Fighting

How the Scots-Irish Shaped America

Autor*innen

• James Webb

Parameter

• 400 Seiten
• 14 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Historische Romane
• Politik
• Politikwissenschaft
• Sachliteratur

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The book explores the rich heritage of the Scots-Irish, who significantly influenced American culture and identity. It highlights their migration to America in the 18th century, driven by a history of conflict and a strong sense of individualism. The Scots-Irish brought essential skills as frontiersmen and guerrilla fighters, shaping the military ethos and working-class values in the U.S. Their legacy is intertwined with the development of a uniquely populist American democracy, reflecting their disdain for aristocracy and commitment to personal freedom.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2005
• Einband: Paperback