Publisher's Synopsis
Scouts of '76: A Tale of the Revolutionary War is a historical fiction book by Charles E. Willis. The story is set during the American Revolution and follows the adventures of two young boys, Jack and Tom, who join the Continental Army as scouts. The boys are tasked with gathering intelligence on the British army and relaying information to General Washington.As they embark on their mission, Jack and Tom encounter various challenges and dangers, including battles, ambushes, and treacherous spies. They also meet important historical figures such as Paul Revere and Nathan Hale.The book provides an engaging and exciting glimpse into the struggles and sacrifices of the American Revolution. It highlights the bravery and determination of the Continental Army and the importance of intelligence gathering in warfare.Overall, Scouts of '76 is a thrilling adventure story that also educates readers about an important period in American history. It is suitable for readers of all ages who are interested in the Revolutionary War and enjoy action-packed tales of heroism and courage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.