British Logistics Challenges in the American Revolution: How Logistics was a "Critical Vulnerability" in the British Effort to Ensure Victor
Abstract
The British military failed to defeat the American colonists in various methods during the American Revolution, but clearly failed in the area of overcoming logistical deficiencies. As the main supply line depended on a lengthy and unreliable sea voyage from England, British forces found themselves with limited logistical options. The American colonies never generated the Loyalist numbers necessary to augment British forces nor provide the essential logistical supplies needed to sustain operations. The British government and military leadership lost the American Revolution due to its inability to sustain military operations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA600536
Entities
People
- Carter J. Potts
Organizations
- Marine Corps University