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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1957
Rifles for Watie
By Harold Keith
A young soldier faces the harsh realities of the Civil War, caught between enemy lines.
352 pages· 86,265 words· Est. 12 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 11,112 ratings
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Summary: In 1861 Kansas, sixteen-year-old Jeff Bussey eagerly joins the Union army, expecting a swift victory. But as the war drags on, he endures endless marches, hunger, and the loss of friends. When Jeff finds himself among Confederate troops, he must navigate the complexities of loyalty and survival. Encountering both allies and adversaries, including the formidable Stand Watie, Jeff's journey reveals the brutal truths of war and the humanity on both sides. Will he emerge unscathed, or will the war change him forever? Discover the untold stories of the Western campaign in this gripping Civil War tale.
