John Lincoln Clem: Civil War Drummer Boy

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John Lincoln Clem: Civil War Drummer Boy

By: E. F. Abbott

John Lincoln Clem: Civil War Drummer Boy by Kristin O'Donnell Tubb (writing as E. F. Abbott) tells the true story of nine-year-old Johnny Clem, who runs away from home to join the Union Army during the Civil War. Determined to fight for his country, Johnny becomes the youngest soldier and a drummer boy in the 3rd Ohio Regiment. Through his eyes, readers witness the brutal realities of battle, hunger, illness, and captivity. The book, featuring black-and-white illustrations and photographs, captures Johnny's journey from soldier to hero. Part of the Based on a True Story series, this book offers an exciting, historically rich read for young readers.

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Do you have what it takes to run off and join the army, leaving your family behind? That's what John Lincoln Clem, a nine-year-old boy living in Ohio, does as the American Civil War rages on.

 In 1861, Johnny sneaks onto a train filled with men from the 3rd Ohio Union Regiment, determined to fight for his country. Taken in by the older soldiers, Johnny becomes a drummer boy - not to mention the youngest person to serve in the war. Living a soldier's life, Johnny experiences the brutalities of battle and the hunger and illness in between. Eventually he is captured by the Confederates, imprisoned, and then sent home a hero.John Lincoln Clem: Civil War Drummer Boy by Kristin O'Donnell Tubb writing as E. F. Abbott, with illustrations by Steven Noble, is a fascinating novel for young readers, featuring black-and-white illustrations and photographs throughout. This book has Common Core connections.

The Based on a True Story books by E. F. Abbott are exciting historical fiction stories about real children who lived through extraordinary times in American History.
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  • By: E. F. Abbott

  • Pages: 192

  • ISBN: 9781250104335

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: 2nd +
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