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Guns for General Washington: A Story of the American Revolution (Great Episodes Historical Fiction Series) Hardcover – January 1, 1990

by Seymour Reit (Author)

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Part of: Great Episodes (16 books)

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In the bitter winter of 1775-76, Colonel Henry Knox and his younger brother Will, both of the Continental Army, become frustrated with the British blockade of Boston and decide to attempt to move 183 cannons from Fort Ticonderoga, over 300 miles of mountainous wilderness, to defend the besieged city.Brothers William and Henry Knox devise a daring scheme to transport 183 cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston to aid the rebels in their fight against the British

Reading age

9 - 12 years
Part of series

Great Episodes
Print length

98 pages
Language

English
Grade level

4 - 6
Dimensions

6 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
Publisher

Harcourt Childrens Books
Publication date

January 1, 1990
ISBN-10

0152004661
ISBN-13

978-0152004668
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Grade 4-7-- A novel about a little-known event in American history--the great cannon trek of 1775. Colonel Henry Knox conceived a plan to take desperately needed cannons and ammunition from New York's Fort Ticonderoga to Boston where rebel forces feared that a British attack was imminent. The huge, ungainly guns had to be moved during the winter over hundreds of miles of mountainous wilderness. The bulk of this book re-creates that arduous journey to and from the fort. Despite its pedestrian title and uninspired cover art, this is a fast paced, well-told adventure story. Dialogue among the characters sounds authentic and never forced. Will Knox, the colonel's 19-year-old brother, goes along on the trek and provides a character with whom readers can readily identify. Satisfying historical fiction that deserves a place on library shelves for its clear telling of an important but obscure chapter in American history. --Bruce Anne Shook, Mendenhall Middle School, Greensboro, NC
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harcourt Childrens Books; 1st edition (January 1, 1990)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 98 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0152004661
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0152004668
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 6
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches

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Laurel Hipke

Such a good true heroic story

Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2022

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Henry and Will Knox , against many odds , but with much help from many men and boys that help along the way, haul heavy cannons in winter from fort Ticonderoga to Dorchester heights, and drive the British out of Boston!

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Barbarianz

Must Read

Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2014

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I loved this story. I love history and the Revolutionary War has always been sadly overlooked in American story-telling. So many stepped up in a time of need like this that it is easy to overlook the fact that they were common people who knew how to work within the bounds and elements they faced with a foresight and determination that is uncommon. The heroes in this story exemplify this.I hate to think where we would be without them.

The book is written as an adventure story for young readers, and young readers, as well as senior citizens like me, will enjoy the story. It keeps your interest very well, and since it is a true story of victory, the ending is great. I can't wait to pass it on to my great-nephew and great-nieces. They'll love it, too.

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IWasWondering

This is an exciting book for any outdoorsy kid or ...

Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2018

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This is an exciting book for any outdoorsy kid or one who enjoys history (or any kid who has visited Lake George or Fort Ticonderoga and has taken an interest in their history). It is a little-known part of the War for Independence for historically significant. Those who succeeded in breaking the siege of Boston through the difficult task of bringing the cannons for Fort Ti to Boston showed much grit, perseverance, toughness, patience, and incredible problem-solving abilities. This book is an insperation!

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MAthari

Good read for 8th grader that does not like to read

Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2014

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I bought this book for my pre-teen son. It was an easy read that he was able to finish in one day, digest, and come back and provide me with a book report about. He was able to explain the story to me in a few minutes which tells me the book is well written and understandable. Also, the book was read in one (summer) day giving him a sense of accomplishment and building confidence.

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RavensOyster

Appreciation for the Difficulty of the Revolutionary War Effort

Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2013

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I wouldn't say that I love the writing style of this book, but I do love the detail of what it took to secure the arms and move cannons across the wilderness and the colonies back before we had the infrastructure and machinery that we do now. My son commented on the personalities involved and how people's attitudes would be easier or harder to deal with when you were undertaking such a task and that right there was a win in my book - I want him to understand that history is affected by the personalities of the people involved and also that his own attitude makes a difference with other people. I also appreciate the detail given on the hardships faced, the different landscapes they had to traverse. They could have written a shorter story but, if they had, I don't think my son would have walked away from the book understanding the effort and sacrifice our forefathers made.

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Nicholas Dujmovic

excellent historical storytelling for young boys

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2008

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I read and review stories for young boys, because that's what I have. This was a hugely successful book. It's compelling to read aloud. Reit is a natural storyteller who paces the narrative very well with short chapters that appeal to little ones' attention span. His language is pitched just right--a few words had to be explained, but that stretches the young mind. And, it has the additional advantage of being a true story from our nation's origins. Books for youngsters hardly ever get better than this. Highly recommended.

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Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2020

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😀Great book! This book was so epic!!! I might read all of Seymour Reit`s books.
Well, most of them at least.

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Sherie Ann Peterson

Entertaining and Easy Read

Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2015

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Clear, easy to read, and entertaining account of the Knox Expedition to retrieve the guns from Fort Ticonderoga. It includes details missing in some of the other accounts. Tells part of the story from the viewpoint of youth, which provides a refreshing perspective. I am using it as one of the resources for my Blogging a Book website: PatriotsAndRedcoats.Com.

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