Forgotten Facts about Life During the American Revolution - Library Binding

by Kathleen Connors (Author)

The patriots of the American Revolution are often depicted as fervent, heroic supporters of an independent nation. But did you know that many left the war because they needed to harvest their crops? Facts like these engage readers from the first page of this fun and fascinating volume. The historical content supports the social studies curriculum while interesting tidbits--like the tar and feathering of British supporters--remind readers that revolutionaries were just people too! Fact boxes and historical images add further context for readers.