Francis Marion Lgnd Swamp Fox |
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| Author:
| Palmer, Kate Salley |
| Illustrator:
| Palmer, James |
| ISBN: | 978-0-9667114-5-5 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2005 |
| Publisher: | Warbranch Press, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $13.95 |
Book Description:
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Illustrated story of one of the heroes of the American Revolution.
Attacking from the swamps at night, Francis Marion, and his brigade slowed the British and their march up the coast to attack George Washington's Continental Army. Marion, nicknamed the Swamp Fox, was a native of South Carolina and fought first at the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776 with the colony's 2nd Regiment. Later, he became famous for his role in several British defeats, such as at Fort Watson and Fort...
More DescriptionIllustrated story of one of the heroes of the American Revolution.
Attacking from the swamps at night, Francis Marion, and his brigade slowed the British and their march up the coast to attack George Washington's Continental Army. Marion, nicknamed the Swamp Fox, was a native of South Carolina and fought first at the Battle of Sullivan's Island in 1776 with the colony's 2nd Regiment. Later, he became famous for his role in several British defeats, such as at Fort Watson and Fort Motte. The book's beautiful illustrations give the reader a sense of Marion's impact on the patriot victory.