Des Barres, Joseph F. W. (Joseph Frederick Wallet), 1722-1824; Published 1780 (London); LOC# gm71000644 After abandoning Philadelphia to the Americans in 1778, the British shifted their focus to the South. By the middle of May 1780, they had secured a decisive victory in Charlestown, South Carolina, with the surrender of the Continental Army and Patriot … Continue reading Hulks in Charlestown Harbor
American War for Independence
The East Webburn River in Widecombe-in-the-Moor
The East Webburn River flows through the ancient, picturesque village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor, past the Rugglestone Inn, and through the vast land holdings of the fictional family of Joseph Buckleigh, the hero of the historical novel A Moon Garden, by Roxane Gilbert. When his tour of duty in the American War for Independence comes to an … Continue reading The East Webburn River in Widecombe-in-the-Moor
After the Battle of Camden 1780
Battle of Camden, August 16th, 1780 Despite the superior numbers of the American Patriot forces, they were resoundingly defeated by the British in the Battle of Camden in South Carolina on August 16, 1780. It was a bloody battle, with both sides suffering many killed and wounded. The Royal Army’s 33rd Regiment of Foot, in … Continue reading After the Battle of Camden 1780
The River Dart
It is July 4, 1778. The British Army’s 33rd Regiment of Foot has returned to the New York colony, after sustaining heavy losses in the horrific Battle of Monmouth. “It was a warm day with a mild breeze in Manhattan. Joseph sat under a tree in the meadow at the end of Broadway, cleaning his … Continue reading The River Dart
My debut novel – A Moon Garden by Roxane Gilbert
Yesterday I called Staples and said, "This is Roxane Gilbert. I am calling to see if my business cards are ready to pick up." The woman at the other end of the phone said, "Yes! And you just published a book! I'm so excited!!" When I got home, there was a package waiting for me. … Continue reading My debut novel – A Moon Garden by Roxane Gilbert
Roxane Gilbert 