Historical Background

“Roots of Conflict: British Armed Forces and Colonial Americans, 1677-1763”, Douglas Edward Leach (University of North Carolina Press, 1986). Traces the involvement of the British army in North America and its relationship with the colonists.

“A People’s Army: Massachusetts Soldiers and Society in the Seven Years’ War”, Fred Anderson (University of North Carolina Press, 1984). An excellent view of Massachusetts society and military experience during the Seven Years’ War, extensively quoting primary sources.

“The Minutemen and Their World”, Robert A. Gross (Hill and Wang, 1976). A thorough but readable look at society in Massachusetts during the third quarter of the 18th century, built on rich primary sources.