True to the Old Flag

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With 59 pages of additional articles, references, and bibliographies of recommended reading. It is hardly necessary to point out the significance of the American Revolution. Untold nonfiction books have been written about it, and it has been the setting for countless novels. But, how many of those novels are written from a Loyalist standpoint-the point of view of Americans who fought FOR the British during that war? That is exactly what Henty has done in True to the Old Flag. A young man, originally a Bostonian, leaves his life on the frontier to join the American Revolution on the British side. As is typical of Henty books, his path is strewn with numerous action-packed adventures, including the rescue of several distressed damsels, brushes with indians, and numerous other perilous situations. But, at the same time, you are taken step-by-step through the Revolutionary War, from Bunker Hill, to the war in South Carolina. It is George Henty, the novelist and the history teacher, at his best. Henty's History Series - Learning History Through Fiction The Henty series is a unique way of learning about history. It consists of over 80 novels, each written by George A. Henty, and each featuring a significant historical person, period or event. * Perfect for busy people who have never lost their desire to learn. * An ideal way for homeschool students to learn history. * Organized by time period. * With additional nonfiction articles and a bibliography of recommended reading. "If you want to fall in love with history, there is simply no better way to do it than this."

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True to the Old Flag by George Henty is a compelling work of historical fiction that explores the tumultuous era of the American Revolution from a remarkably rare perspective. While countless novels and historical accounts focus on the triumphs of the American patriots, Henty shifts the narrative lens to examine the conflict through the eyes of the Loyalists, those individuals who chose to fight for the British Crown during the war for independence. Spanning 344 pages in this 2011 edition, the book is further enriched by 59 pages of additional articles, references, and bibliographies of recommended reading, providing readers with deeper historical context and resources for further exploration. The story follows a young protagonist originally hailing from Boston who eventually leaves his life on the American frontier to align himself with the British cause. True to the classic style of George Henty, the narrative moves at a brisk pace and is thoroughly laden with action-packed adventures that keep the reader engaged from beginning to end. As the young hero navigates the vast and dangerous landscapes of a fractured continent, his path is strewn with perilous situations, including tense brushes with Native American tribes and daring missions to rescue several distressed damsels. Through these high-stakes exploits, Henty weaves a tale of loyalty, duty, and personal conviction against the backdrop of one of history's most defining geopolitical struggles. The novel invites readers to consider the human cost of revolution and civil war, reminding them that historical conflicts are rarely as black-and-white as the victorious side often paints them. By exploring the motivations and hardships of the Loyalist faction, Henty presents a nuanced view of a divided society where neighbors turned against neighbors and families were torn apart by ideological differences. Whether viewed as an adventure-filled coming-of-age story or as an unconventional historical artifact that challenges mainstream narratives, True to the Old Flag offers an entertaining and thought-provoking reading experience for anyone interested in the American Revolutionary period.

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