Rifles for Watie eBook : Keith, Harold: Kindle Store

Rifles for Watie is a captivating and richly detailed novel that tells the story of one young soldier who saw the Civil War from both sides and lived to tell the tale.

The book follows sixteen-year-old Jeff Bussey as he joins the Union volunteers in 1861, eager to fight for the North before the war is over.

However, weeks turn into months of endless marches through fields and woods, and Jeff learns what it means to fight in battle and lose friends.

When he finds himself among enemy troops, he must put his life on the line to advance the Union cause.

Thoroughly researched and based on firsthand accounts, this book should hold a place with the best Civil War fiction for young people.

With its strong focus on historical accuracy and engaging characters, Rifles for Watie is a perfect choice for independent reading or sharing in a classroom or homeschooling setting.