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    The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston
    The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston
    The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston
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    The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston

    By Danny Kravitz

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    When supplies were running low, Knox led a group of men through treacherous conditions to retrieve weapons and ammunition for the Colonial Army. His brave actions brought about a much-needed victory for the Patriots and saved the city of Boston from destruction. In doing so, Knox played a significant role in saving the American cause. Henry Knox's mission to save Boston from the British makes an unforgettable story, yet it's unfamiliar to many people.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCapstone Young Readers
    Release dateDec 21, 2015
    ISBN9780756554743
    The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston

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      The Untold Story of Henry Knox - Danny Kravitz

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      TABLE OF

      Contents

      CHAPTER One

      Boston Under Siege

      It is the summer of 1775, the beginning of the Revolutionary War. For several years the British have occupied the city of Boston, Massachusetts, and most citizens who are determined to fight for American independence have fled. Under the command of General George Washington, a ragtag bunch of American colonists has surrounded the city and is trying to force out the Redcoats and prevent them from advancing any farther. The odds of regaining control of Boston from the British are hopelessly small, and the colonists are no match for the professional British Army, which has more guns and more training. The American leadership is anxious and desperate. But then one man has an idea. This is his story.

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      British soldiers patrolled the streets of Boston to prevent colonists from protesting British taxes and policies.

      Humble Beginnings

      Henry Knox was born in Boston July 25, 1750. He was one of 10 children. As a boy Henry was smart and curious so his parents enrolled him in one of Boston’s finest schools. But when his father left for work in the West Indies, Henry was forced to leave school to help support his family. He was only 9 years old.

      Henry’s mother arranged for him to work at Wharton & Bowes booksellers in Boston, where he later became a clerk. Henry was an avid reader. He especially loved history and the stories of Greek and Roman battles. He even taught himself to read and speak French.

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      Although he left school at age 9, Henry Knox got an education by reading the books sold in the store where he worked.

      Did You

      Know?

      Henry Knox was so big and strong in his teens that he once lifted a street cart that had lost a wheel during a parade. He simply placed his shoulder under the heavy cart where the wheel had broken off, then carried it down the street. This feat showed signs of

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