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Historians have long considered the Battle of Monmouth one of the
most complicated engagements of the American Revolution. Fought on
Sunday, June 28, 1778, Monmouth was critical to the success of the
Revolution. It also marked a decisive turning point in the military
career of George Washington. Without the victory at Monmouth
Courthouse, Washington's critics might well have marshaled the
political strength to replace him as the American
commander-in-chief. Authors Mark Edward Lender and Garry Wheeler
Stone argue that in political terms, the Battle of Monmouth
constituted a pivotal moment in the War for Independence. Viewing
the political and military aspects of the campaign as inextricably
entwined, this book offers a fresh perspective on Washington's role
in it. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources - many never
before used, including archaeological evidence - Lender and Stone
disentangle the true story of Monmouth and provide the most
complete and accurate account of the battle, including both
American and British perspectives. In the course of their account
it becomes evident that criticism of Washington's performance in
command was considerably broader and deeper than previously
acknowledged. In light of long-standing practical and ideological
questions about his vision for the Continental Army and his ability
to win the war, the outcome at Monmouth - a hard-fought tactical
draw - was politically insufficient for Washington. Lender and
Stone show how the general's partisans, determined that the battle
for public opinion would be won in his favor, engineered a
propaganda victory for their chief that involved the spectacular
court-martial of Major General Charles Lee, the second-ranking
officer of the Continental Army. Replete with poignant anecdotes,
folkloric incidents, and stories of heroism and combat brutality;
filled with behind-the-scenes action and intrigue; and teeming with
characters from all walks of life, Fatal Sunday gives us the
definitive view of the fateful Battle of Monmouth.
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