The Secrets of Crab Island

Lake Champlain's Crab Island is situated in a strategic position in northern Lake Champlain's Plattsburgh Bay. The island played a key role during the War of 1812 Battle of Plattsburgh, where it was the location of a field hospital for the wounded of that terrible land and naval battle. The island is also the place where some 150 American and British seamen killed in the battle are buried together in a mass grave, unmarked to this day. The Secrets of Crab Island is a must for people interested in the early history of the Republic.

Featuring almost 100 photos, maps and illustrations; this important book details the fascinating history of the important Lake Champlain transportation corridor as seen through the history of Crab Island. Discover the remarkable story of this tiny island (and Lake Champlain itself) from prehistoric times until today. Learn about the continuing efforts of modern-day patriots as they work for the preservation and recognition of this small, but significant limestone island in historic Lake Champlain.

"...a superb job of documenting the history of Crab Island. Secrets of Crab Island has made a significant contribution to the public awareness of this important historic site." Dr. Russell P. Bellico- Historian/Author- "Sails and Steam in the Mountains: A Maritime and Military History of Lake George and Lake Champlain"

Author: James P. Millard
Publisher: America's Historic Lakes
Published: 05/27/2004
Pages: 100
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.21d
ISBN: 9780974985404

About the Author
Jim Millard is the author of four books- The Secrets of Crab Island, Fort Montgomery: Through the years... A Pictorial History of the Great Stone Fort on Lake Champlain, Lake Passages: A Journey Through the Centuries and Bastions on the Border: The Great Stone Forts at Rouses Point on Lake Champlain. He has also published the award-winning America's Historic Lakes website for over 20 years. Jim has had articles and photos published in a number of magazines and journals and has also provided materials for use in museum exhibits in the US and the United Kingdom, atlases, public television documentaries and educational textbooks. During 2009 he appeared in the pilot for the History Channel presentation of "How the States Got Their Shapes." In 2018 Jim will be featured in an upcoming episode of the popular BBC Program "Great American Railway Journeys" discussing the fascinating history of Lake Champlain's Fort "Blunder."

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