| Author: | Warren Reiten | ISBN: | 9780741478627 |
| Publisher: | Infinity Publishing | Publication: | September 18, 2012 |
| Imprint: | Language: | English |
| Author: | Warren Reiten |
| ISBN: | 9780741478627 |
| Publisher: | Infinity Publishing |
| Publication: | September 18, 2012 |
| Imprint: | |
| Language: | English |
During a time our nation was divided in a Civil War, slaves were escaping to the north for freedom. Meanwhile, a young slave boy had a dream. I wonts to be a Union soldier, Ma. I wonts to fight to free you! After his parents were murdered by Confederate soldiers, Henry held on to that dream. This is a story of his right of passage and courageous development through life. Growing up as an orphan, Henry Washington became the first Black Army Officer. His battles went beyond fighting the Sioux Indians; he fought prejudices, personal tragedies, and injustices. This is Henrys journey in becoming an officer and a gentleman…
During a time our nation was divided in a Civil War, slaves were escaping to the north for freedom. Meanwhile, a young slave boy had a dream. I wonts to be a Union soldier, Ma. I wonts to fight to free you! After his parents were murdered by Confederate soldiers, Henry held on to that dream. This is a story of his right of passage and courageous development through life. Growing up as an orphan, Henry Washington became the first Black Army Officer. His battles went beyond fighting the Sioux Indians; he fought prejudices, personal tragedies, and injustices. This is Henrys journey in becoming an officer and a gentleman…
