I'll Pass For Your Comrade by Anita Silvey

The story of the women who fought in the Civil War.
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Resource: Chapter Book
Time: 1861 - 1865
Place: America

Summary:
Recounting adventures had by women, specifically women who chose to disguise themselves as men, this book brings to light the contribution of women in the American Civil War.  There are seven chapters which together capture whole experience.  There is a first hand account of the experience of the Battle of Bull Run.  The author delves into the motives of women who disguised themselves, the means by which they carried it out, the sometime discovery and life after the war.  In the Battle of Antietam, one of the deadliest of the war, a handful of women fought on both sides.  A recounting of battles from the vantage points of some of these women is shared in some detail.  The text is elaborated with period illustrations and black and white photos.

Potentially Objectionable Content:
There is some detail about the battle including aftermath photos of dead bodies.

Reading Level: grade 5 - 9
Lexile Measure: 1130L
Guided Reading Level: not available


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