The Girl Who Rode for Freedom - Webster, Michael
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The name Paul Revere is synonymous with American courage. But few know the name of Sybil Ludington. At just sixteen years old, with the British burning a nearby town, she mounted her horse and rode a harrowing forty-mile circuit in the dark of night to rally her father's militia. Her desperate race against time helped save a community and turned the tide of a battle. Yet, her story was lost to the annals of history for nearly a century, a victim of historical amnesia. This book goes beyond a single act of heroism to tell the full story of her remarkable life. It is a comprehensive exploration…mehr

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The name Paul Revere is synonymous with American courage. But few know the name of Sybil Ludington. At just sixteen years old, with the British burning a nearby town, she mounted her horse and rode a harrowing forty-mile circuit in the dark of night to rally her father's militia. Her desperate race against time helped save a community and turned the tide of a battle. Yet, her story was lost to the annals of history for nearly a century, a victim of historical amnesia. This book goes beyond a single act of heroism to tell the full story of her remarkable life. It is a comprehensive exploration of a life defined not just by one night of bravery, but by a quiet, unwavering spirit of patriotism that helped forge a nation. Discover the forgotten hero and the enduring power of ordinary people in extraordinary times. Approx.146 pages, 27000 word count
Autorenporträt
Born and raised in a small town on the east coast of Scotland, the author brings a unique and refreshing voice to his writing. A late-in-life diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome illuminated his lifelong journey, giving him a deeper understanding of the distinct way he sees the world. Describing himself as an optimist on a mission to entertain and inform, he aims to take the reader's imagination to its limits and deliver a truly unforgettable experience.