"The order was given to the American soldiers: Captivate, kill or destroy the whole force of the enemy. THE FORT is the blistering new novel from worldwide bestseller Bernard Cornwell. Seven hundred and fifty British soldiers and three small ships of the Royal Navy. The battle that followed was a classic example of how the best-laid plans can be disrupted by personality and politics, and of how warfare can bring out both the best and worst in men. It is a timeless tale of men at war, written by a master storyteller. With vivid detail and gripping action, THE FORT is an unforgettable story of courage, loyalty, and the power of the human spirit."