On October 19, 1781, General Charles Cornwallis surrendered British forces to General George Washington at Yorktown, Virginia, effectively ending the Revolutionary War.
Only it didn’t end.
On the frontier, far beyond the cities and towns of the colonies, the war continued, in skirmishes large and small, for months thereafter.
In war-torn Kentucky, a man who’d become a legend in his own time struggled to salvage his relationship with his son while protecting his family and community from a fierce coalition of elite British Rangers and Indian warriors . . . a man named Daniel Boone.
The Battle of Blue Licks occurred on August 19, 1782. This clash on a gently sloping hill in the territory of Kentucky became known as the last battle of the Revolution.
The Last Battle of the Revolution: Daniel Boone and the War for American Independence on the Kentucky Frontier. Available on Amazon as well as Apple Books.
The Last Battle of the Revolution by Jeff Winstead is a thrilling historical fiction novel that reimagines the closing days of the American Revolution. The story follows a cast of compelling characters—soldiers, spies, and civilians—whose lives intertwine as they navigate the chaos of war, loyalty, and betrayal. With vivid settings, high-stakes drama, and unexpected twists, the book explores the human cost of revolution and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of freedom. It’s a gripping tale that blends historical authenticity with dramatic storytelling. A great story about courage, loyalty, and redemption that will appeal to fans of history and adventure alike. —AMAC
