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2007-06-26
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Holmes, Oliver Wendell
1809
1894
Pyle, Howard
1853
1911
Grandmother's Story of Bunker Hill Battle, as She Saw it from the Belfry
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"Grandmother's Story of Bunker Hill Battle, as She Saw it from the Belfry" by Oliver Wendell Holmes is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book presents a vivid and personal narrative of the Battle of Bunker Hill from the perspective of an elderly woman who recounts the events she witnessed from a church belfry. It captures the intensity of the battle and the emotional turmoil experienced by those watching from a distance, while highlighting themes of heroism and sacrifice. The story unfolds through the eyes of a grandmother reflecting on her youth during the pivotal event of the American Revolutionary War. As she observes the battle from the belfry, her memories transport readers to a fateful summer day filled with the sounds of cannon fire and the sight of red-coated soldiers advancing. We witness her fear and uncertainty as she describes the men preparing to fight, the chaos of the battlefield, and the sorrow felt over the losses incurred. Amidst the horror, there are moments of both resilience and connection, as her memories weave a tapestry of human experiences during a time of great struggle, ultimately illustrating the personal impact of war on lives intertwined with the broader historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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