The Untold Story of Henry Knox: The Man Who Saved Boston

by Danny Kravitz

Overview

When supplies were running low, Knox led a group of men through treacherous conditions to retrieve weapons and ammunition for the Colonial Army. His brave actions brought about a much-needed victory for the Patriots and saved the city of Boston from destruction. In doing so, Knox played a significant role in saving the American cause. Henry Knox's mission to save Boston from the British makes an unforgettable story, yet it's unfamiliar to many people.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756549763
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	01/01/2015
Series:	What You Didn't Know About the American Revolution
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	5.70(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	1080L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Danny Kravitz is an Emmy award-winning writer, songwriter, and a professor of screenwriting at Columbia College in Chicago. He has written for TV, film, and print media. A lover of history and the stories contained within, Danny combines his passion for storytelling with the amazing facts of the past. He is also a sports and nature enthusiast. He resides in Chicago, Illinois.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Boston Under Siege 4

Chapter 2 Starting a Revolution 10

Chapter 3 Hen it Knox Meets George Washington 18

Chapter 4 Mission Impossible 24

Chapter 5 Heading Back to Boston 40

Chapter 6 Driving the British Out of Boston 50

Timeline 58

Glossary 60

Additional Resources 61

Source Notes 62

Select Bibliography 63

Index 64

Interviews

Supplements the curriculum with lesser-known, "behind the scenes" information on the American Revolution                   Primary source quotes Vibrant, colorful illustrations Engaging nonfiction text Maps, info graphics, timeline Extensive research Expert consultation Common core features for informational text Critical thinking writing prompts Carefully written text to match grade level and reading level