On June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on Great Britain. Almost immediately they called for an invasion of Canada. The initial American successes turned to a number of defeats resulting in English ships effectively blockading the American coastline and subjecting it to a series of hit and run raids and the capture of numerous ships. The majority of the crew captured from the American ships were transported to Plymouth in south west England to spend their time in the notorious Dartmoor depot, a prison constructed primarily to house 3,000 French prisoners-of-war was used to incarcerate 10,000 American prisoners. None of them were prepared for what lay ahead.
About the Author: The first novel, "Ticket to Ride" ISBN 0-9545945-7-6, by author, musician and music publisher Graham Sclater was published by UK publisher Flame Books - www.flamebooks.com His second novel, "We're gonna be famous" ISBN 978-0-9563977-0-6, was recently published by Tabitha Books - http: //www.tabithabooks.webs.com Graham studied at the Phoenix Arts Centre in Exeter, where he concentrated on creative writing for the screen and television. His key interests are teleplays, and screenplays as well as developing and writing original drama series' for television. An accomplished songwriter and musician, Graham has been featured in a number of arts and musical programmes and has performed and recorded with many artists including Jimi Hendrix, Fats Domino, Ritchie Blackmore, James Taylor, Elton John and numerous name musicians. Graham has produced records in varying styles as diverse as punk, folk, country, heavy rock and MOR in studios as far afield as Trinidad and Jamaica. Many of these productions were released on the Tabitha Record label in the Benelux and Spain and major or independent labels around the World. Graham's production credits have resulted in a number of hit records by many artists. Graham is now working on the novels "Love Shack" based in the east end of London and the red light district of Amsterdam and "Receivers" based around the current recession. Active on developing a number of projects at any one time, Graham is a prolific writer who carefully researches his subject before reaching for the PC. Many of his projects involve music and his background enables him to combine an unusual mix of original music and script. Graham Sclater enjoys working in many arenas, using first hand experience of as many subjects as possible, often spending time researching overseas. He is at home writing and developing any concept. He has an understanding of budgeting, the logistics of production, location and direction. Graham is currently working on a number of film scripts including the titles: More than a woman and Lying eyes.