Joseph Ellis reviews Washingtons Crossing by David Hackett Fischer. Although he quibbles over some details, he gives it full praise and notes that it is a perfect book upon which a a great film about the War of Independence can be made, "for in a confined chronological space we have the makings of both Patton and Saving Private Ryan, starring none other than George Washington. Fischer has provided the script. And its all true."
I finished the books weeks ago and can attest that it was a riveting account of the battles of Trenton & Princeton, which helped to ensure the survival of the Continental Army and the creation of the Republic. I cant wait to read his, "Paul Reveres Ride!"