{"product_id":"battle-of-white-plains-en","title":"Slaget vid White Plains","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the fascinating Battle of White Plains through this in-depth analysis in Volume 10 of GMT's award-winning Battles of the American Revolution series, designed by Mark Miklos. With a meticulously researched portrayal of this pivotal 1776 battle, you will gain a clear understanding of the strategic maneuvers and historical significance of the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBattle of White Plains\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Battle of White Plains, often overlooked, is a critical part of the 1776 New York Campaign. It is the last field engagement of the campaign and warrants careful examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContext of the Battle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The battle, which took place on October 28, 1776, involved over 4,000 British and Hessian troops against just under 2,000 American soldiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForce Ratios:\u003c\/strong\u003e During this battle, an American main army of 14,500 faced 13,000 British and Hessians, with a final concentration of up to 400 troops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilitary Tactics:\u003c\/strong\u003e George Washington chose a strategically strong position at Chatterton Hill, where he fortified himself with two lines of fieldworks and forty cannons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntensity and Tactics:\u003c\/strong\u003e General Howe's reluctance to launch a frontal assault against Washington's fortified positions and the unfavorable weather contributed to a more protracted conflict.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefensive Strategy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washington's reaction to the loss of Chatterton Hill led him to regroup his forces on North Castle Heights, where he dug new defensive lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattle Dynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The battle was fought under difficult weather conditions and with a history of previous conflicts influencing strategic decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBattle of White Plains\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product offers a comprehensive analysis of the battle that holds significant importance in American history. You will gain insights into how the various forces maneuvered, and you can see how these historical events shaped the future of American independence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo preserve this work, it is recommended that you store it in a dry place and avoid direct sunlight. Feel free to use a bookshelf to protect it from damage. For collectors, it is also important to document and keep notes about your collection to increase its value over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GMT Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47404427805018,"sku":"BFI-817054012466-2213","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/6096\/6746\/files\/96202_0.jpg?v=1746888818","url":"https:\/\/www.gamedungeon.se\/en-en\/products\/battle-of-white-plains-en","provider":"Game Dungeon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}