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When Frank Thompson sees a poster requesting recruits for the new Union Army, he is ready and willing to enlist. Except Frank isn't his real name. In fact, Frank isn't a man—he is really Sarah Emma Edmonds.

At only nineteen years old, Sarah had already been dressing as a man for three years and living on the run in order to escape an arranged marriage. She had tasted freedom, and there was no going back.

Eager to fight for the North during the Civil War, Sarah joins a Michigan infantry regiment. She excels as a soldier, and she even takes on the grueling task of nursing the wounded. Because of her heroism, she is asked to become a spy, cross enemy lines, and infiltrate a Confederate camp. For her first mission, Sarah must once again disguise herself and rely on the kindness of slaves to help her do her job.

This incredible, true story of a brave young woman who makes an unlikely choice to fight for her country is one that should not be lost to history.

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Marissa Moss

Marissa Moss

1959-
American
Marissa Moss has written and illustrated many books for children, including the popular Amelia's Notebook series and her middle-grade novel The Phar... See more
John Hendrix

John Hendrix

1976 -
American
Born in the gritty midwestern suburbs of St. Louis, John attended The University of Kansas to study graphic design and illustration. He graduat... See more

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