The Gaelic and Indian Origins ofthe American RevolutionDiversity and Empire in the British Atlantic, 1688-1783

Samuel K. Fisher

The tension between the British Empire and American colonies that led to the American Revolution is getting a fresh look by historians as a lead-up to the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. Catholic University history professor Samuel K. Fisher’s new book examines the roles of Indigenous natives, Irish Catholics and Scottish Highlanders during this period, who were courted by both the British troops and the colonial rebels, raising questions about the very concepts of individual rights, tyranny and liberty.

Oxford University Press / 320 pages / $45 / 2022