Drummer Boy Willie McGee, Civil War Hero and Fraud

Autori

• Thomas Fox

Parametri

Pagine

276pagine

Tempo di lettura

10ore

• Biografie e pensieri

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Set during the Civil War, the story follows 15-year-old William McGee, a drummer boy from Newark, who plays a pivotal role in a crucial battle just days after the intense conflict at Franklin, Tennessee. While on convalescent duty as an orderly to General Lovell Rousseau, McGee is credited with leading a Federal force to victory, capturing two guns and hundreds of prisoners, and protecting Fortress Rosecrans from the notorious General Nathan Bedford Forrest. His bravery highlights the significant contributions of young soldiers in wartime.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2008

(In brossura)