Diary of William Bircher: Civil War Drummer (First Person Histories)

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050367
ISBN
9781476551388
Grade 3-6
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Charlotte Mason
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Description

After numerous attempts to join a regiment of the union army, 15-year-old William was finally allowed in the army as a drummer. His first-person detailed account of battles, procedures, and the devastation of war are truly captivating. Written years after the Civil War ended, this volume tells the story of his time in the army from an adult perspective. ~Judy

Publisher's Description of Diary of William Bircher: Civil War Drummer (First Person Histories)
In 1861 William Bircher joined the Union Army to help fight the Civil War. Too young to be a soldier, William was a drummer. He witnessed the many hardships of war long marches, severe cold, hunger, disease, and the great loss of lives. Through it all, 15 year old William recorded his experiences in his diary. Follow his story of challenges and triumphs.

Category Description for First Person History Series

Learn about significant events and times in US history through firsthand accounts told through diary entries of children who lived during the era. This collection would be a marvelous supplemental add on to an early American history curriculum. Because these books regularly feature the actual words or diary entries of period writers, there are occasional interesting misspellings, most with pronunciations included that help to paint the flavor of the era and create a feeling of genuineness to the author. Photos, vocabulary words, a glossary, timelines, and questions for critical thinking are options included in these interesting books. The pictures are colorful and representative of the era. ~Judy

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Capstone Press
Grades:3-6
ISBN:9781476551388
Length in Inches:8.75
Width in Inches:7.5
Height in Inches:0.125
Weight in Pounds:0.25
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