Diary of William Bircher: A Civil War Drummer

By William Bircher

Book Overview

In 1861 William Bircher joined the Union Army to help fight the Civil War. Too young to be a soldier, William was a drummer. He witnessed the many hardships of war long marches, severe cold, hunger, disease, and the great loss of lives. Through it all, 15 year old William recorded his experiences in his diary. Follow his story of challenges and triumphs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1476551383
• ISBN13: 9781476551388
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Capstone Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 14.7" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 9