Conestoga Wagons in Braddock's Campaign, 1755

Conestoga Wagons in Braddock's Campaign, 1755, by Donald H. Berkebile, is a mid-20th century historical account that examines the critical role of Conestoga wagons during General Edward Braddock's military expedition against Fort DuQuesne in the French and Indian War. The book details the logistical challenges faced in acquiring wagons and teams, including Benjamin Franklin's efforts to mobilize local farmers. It highlights the tensions between military demands and local interests, particularly the Quaker opposition to war, and illustrates how transportation issues contributed to the failure of Braddock's campaign, impacting colonial America significantly.