George Washington: True Patriot (Heroes of History) - Softcover

Benge, Janet; Benge, Geoff

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1883002818 ISBN 13: 9781883002817

Publisher: Emerald Books, 2001

Synopsis

Written for ages 10 and up -- enjoyed by adults!

Behind George were enemies; in front, a raging ice-packed river. Poling across had seemed his best chance, but now large blocks of ice slammed into his makeshift raft, twisting it off course. Just as George dug his pole in and pushed with all his might, a block of ice hit the raft -- the raft slammed into the pole -- and George was overboard.

On a dangerous mission for the British army, young Major Washington had no idea that one day he would lead an army of fellow colonials in a bitter battle for independence against Great Britain herself, the most powerful empire in the world.

In each new crisis, the young United States sought out George Washington. As commander in chief of the Continental army, chairman of the Constitutional Convention, and first president, this indispensable American served the struggling nation when its survival and form hung in the balance.

About this title

About the Author:

Janet and Geoff Benge are a husband and wife writing team with more than twenty years of writing experience. Janet is a former elementary school teacher. Geoff holds a degree in history. Together they have a passion to make history come alive for a new generation of readers. Originally from New Zealand, the Benges make their home in the Orlando, Florida, area.

About this edition

• Publisher: Emerald Books
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 1883002818
• ISBN 13: 9781883002817
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224