The Minute Boys of the Mohawk Valley

 

Title
The Minute Boys of the Mohawk Valley
Author James Otis
Genre Adventure fiction, Children’s fiction, Fiction, Historical fiction, Juvenile fiction, Revolutionary War fiction
Format Digital

 

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Book Description

The Minute Boys of the Mohawk Valley follows young Jacob Ludwick and his steadfast companions as they confront danger on the New York frontier during the American Revolution. When British forces and their allies threaten the settlements of the Mohawk Valley, the boys rally with the patriot militia to defend their homes, families, and the fragile hope of independence. Through ambushes, scouting missions, and narrow escapes, they learn the meaning of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice. James Otis blends adventure with rich historical detail, bringing to life the resilience of the frontier communities whose bravery shaped the course of the Revolution.

About Author

James Otis
James Otis Kaler (1848–1912), known by his pen name James Otis, was an American journalist, educator, and author of children’s adventure stories. Born in Winterport, Maine, he worked as a reporter before becoming the first superintendent of schools in South Portland. Kaler wrote over 150 books, including Toby Tyler; or, Ten Weeks with a Circus (1877), Mr. Stubbs’s Brother, and The Boy Spies series. His stories blended history with moral lessons on courage and honesty. He died in Portland, Maine, in 1912, reportedly from a heart attack.