. Alice of Old Vincennes: written by Maurice and similar items

Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution Alice of Old Vincennes is the story of the orphan girl Alice Roussillon. In 1778 the French outpost of Vincennes, Indiana revolts against the British and swears allegiance to the American cause. Hoisting her hand-made American flag over the fort Alice provides the rallying symbol of the cause of liberty. The handsome Virginian Lt. Fitzhugh Beverly proves to be both a noble companion in arms as well as of the heart. When the British retake Vincennes the rallying cry Viva la banniere d'Alice Roussillon is heard throughout the land. The true battle for liberty and love has begun. This is a well-researched and interesting novel of historical fiction that draws on primary and secondary resources. The novel depicts the perspective of the French community of Vincennes and their involvement in General George Rogers Clark's famous Revolutionary War Wabash campaign of 1779. Warning: the novel was published in 1900 and includes racist and sexist perspectives and language.