The Culper Ring, Captivating History
The Culper Ring, Captivating History
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The Culper Ring
A Captivating Guide to George Washington's Spy Ring and Its Impact on the American Revolution

Author: Captivating History

Narrator: Duke Holm

Unabridged: 1 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/26/2018

Synopsis

Explore the captivating history of the Culper Ring!Spying and warfare have always gone hand-in-hand. From Julius Caesar to modern generals, we have accounts of commanders covertly gathering information about their opponents, ensuring they have the intelligence they need to conduct a war.George Washington was not late to realize he needed a spy ring to defeat the British in the American Revolution. So, the Culper Ring was created, and their work during the American Revolutionary War was carried out in the shadows, often informally, and with a great deal of care for secrecy. Anyone caught spying was liable to be hanged by the British.Based in New York during the British occupation, the Culper Ring provided vital intelligence from behind enemy lines. Their work gave Washington an insight into the British forces and their plans. They helped to turn the war in the revolutionaries' favor. And now, their story can be told once more.Some of the topics covered in this book include:Before the Culper RingThe Birth of the Culper RingTeething TroublesRearrangementThe Culper Ring at WorkThe View from the Other SideAfter ArnoldDying DaysAnd a great deal more that you don't want to miss out on!Get the audiobook now to learn more about the Culper Ring!

Reviews

Goodreads review by Nicole on August 08, 2020

I wouldn't recommend this if you know nothing about the Culper Ring. This was more of a speedrun through the history; so, it's a great review for someone wanting to refamiliarize themselves with the information. Note: I listened to the audiobook, so I have no idea if this book contains a bibliography......more

Goodreads review by Peter M. Calabrese on February 28, 2022

Interesting book. I live out by Setauket Long Island. There are markers for Washington's Spy Trail everywhere. Although I enjoyed it, the author left alot out, especially about Anna Strong Smith and how she used to hand clothes on the line to let them know it was safe. Nor did they go into Battle of......more

Goodreads review by Bonnie on January 16, 2018

kindle unlimited, but got it on freebie day Explore the Captivating History of the Culper Ring Free History BONUS Inside! Spying and warfare have always gone hand-in-hand. From Julius Caesar to modern generals, we have accounts of commanders covertly gathering information about their opponents, ensuri......more

Goodreads review by Debbie on March 18, 2021

3.5 stars. It was hard to build a spy ring from scratch and the first attempts didn't work so well. Then the Culper Ring was started and it did get the information needed. However it was hampered by lack of funds and security. This almost cost them and they had to lay low. The speed of communication......more

Goodreads review by David on May 09, 2018

I really good book about a fascinating piece of American history. In my opinion this book is just the right length. I imagine a lot of the details and specifics of a spy ring that operated over 200 years ago are hard to find and put together, but from what's available it makes for a good story. I'd......more

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