Making Headlines
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Making HeadlinesEntry/Object ID
2026.2.2Secondary Title
The American Revolution as Seen through the British PressDescription
An analysis of how London and provincial papers covered the conflict, revealing public discussions on topics like George Washington's reputation, the treatment of prisoners, and the morality of using Native American allies, often providing more detailed information than the government.Context
Troy Bickham is an assistant professor at Texas A&M University. This book explores how the British public experienced the American Revolution through newspapers, arguing that the press served as a relatively free and diverse forum that fueled national debate over the war, its conduct, and its global implications.Category
Public Relations, Politics, History, Journalism