Tom McGowen
Author
Language
English
Description
In this action-packed historical fiction novel, Jesse Bowman joins the Union Army in hopes of finding adventure. However, this teenage soldier learns that victory comes at a great cost. He discovers the hardships of war, the horror of battle, and the loss of friendship on his journey through the Civil War. Join Tom McGowen as he tells the story of one boy's contribution to the Union's triumph over the Confederacy.
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1030L
Language
English
Description
Explores the relationship between the United States and Japan that led to the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in 1941, and to the United States' entry into World War II.