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by Archibald Bard (Author), G. O. Seilhamer (Introduction by)
Captivity Of Richard Bard, Esq., And His Wife, Catharine Poe Bard (1904) is a historical account of the captivity of Richard Bard and his wife, Catharine Poe Bard, during the American Revolution. The book is written by Archibald Bard, a descendant of Richard and Catharine, and is based on family records and other primary sources. The Bards were captured by British forces in 1777 and held as prisoners for several years. During this time, they endured numerous hardships and witnessed the brutality of war firsthand. The book provides a detailed description of their captivity, including their interactions with their captors and fellow prisoners, as well as their eventual release and return to their home in Pennsylvania. The book also includes a genealogy of the Bard family and a brief history of the American Revolution. Overall, Captivity Of Richard Bard, Esq., And His Wife, Catharine Poe Bard (1904) provides a fascinating glimpse into the experiences of ordinary people during a tumultuous period in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
