Fairfax Downey

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Combat officer in two wars, and author of numerous books, Fairfax Downey contributed “Yankee Gunners at Louisbourg” to the February, 1955, issue of AMERICAN HERITAGE .

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The Girls Behind The Guns | December 1956
It’s the sort of thing that couldn’t happen now, but in the Revolution Molly Corbin and Molly Pitcher were first-rate cannoneers Read >>
Yankee Gunners at Louisbourg | February 1955
Gallant exploits against long odds helped the American militia capture the famous French citadel. Read >>
Tragic Story Of The San Patricio Battalion | June 1955
Ne’er-do-wells and deserters, these soldiers lived hard, fought hard— and died when they saw a flag go up Read >>

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