Chelsea Creek to Bunker Hill: The Story of Andrew Beckett

Andrew Beckett was a British officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War. He was born in England in 1744 and joined the British Army in 1762. Beckett served in the 4th Regiment of Foot and fought in the Siege of Quebec in 1775. He was later captured by the Americans and held as a prisoner of war until 1779. After his release, Beckett returned to England and continued to serve in the British Army. He retired from the military in 1795 and died in 1813.

Andrew Beckett was born in Chelsea, England, on October 2, 1744. His father, John Beckett, was a merchant and his mother, Mary Beckett, was the daughter of a clergyman. Beckett received a good education and entered the British Army in 1762. He was commissioned as an ensign in the 4th Regiment of Foot and served in the Seven Years' War (1756-1763).

After the Seven Years' War, Beckett was stationed in North America. In 1774, he was promoted to lieutenant and served in the Battle of Lexington and Concord. He was also present at the Siege of Boston and the Battle of Bunker Hill.

Chelsea Creek to Bunker Hill: Spring, 1775 (Andrew Beckett Book 2)

by Tony Abbott

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In 1775, Beckett was part of the British force that besieged Quebec City. The siege lasted for several months and Beckett was involved in several skirmishes with the American defenders. On December 31, 1775, Beckett was wounded in the Battle of Quebec. He was shot in the leg and was forced to withdraw from the battle.

After the Battle of Quebec, Beckett was taken prisoner by the Americans. He was held as a prisoner of war for three years. During his captivity, Beckett was held in several different prisons, including the Old Mill Prison in Philadelphia and the Fort Frederick Prison in Maryland.

In 1779, Beckett was released from prison and returned to England. He continued to serve in the British Army and fought in several campaigns during the American Revolutionary War.

After the American Revolutionary War, Beckett retired from the military and settled in England. He married and had several children. Beckett died in 1813 and was buried in the churchyard of St. Mary's Church in Chelsea.

Andrew Beckett was a brave and dedicated soldier who served his country with distinction. He was a skilled officer and was respected by both his fellow soldiers and his opponents. Beckett's story is an important reminder of the sacrifices that were made by those who fought in the American Revolutionary War.

• Chelsea Creek to Bunker Hill: The Story of Andrew Beckett

  • This is a portrait of Andrew Beckett, a British officer who fought in the American Revolutionary War. He is wearing a red uniform and has a sword in his hand.

• Siege of Quebec

  • This is a painting of the Siege of Quebec. The British Army is attacking the city from the south and the American defenders are defending the city from the north.

• Prisoner of War

  • This is a painting of Andrew Beckett being held as a prisoner of war by the Americans. He is sitting in a prison cell and is looking out the window.

Chelsea Creek to Bunker Hill: Spring, 1775 (Andrew Beckett Book 2)

by Tony Abbott

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5934 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	181 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE