Hope Revolutionary War Diaries: An Intimate Glimpse into the American Struggle for Independence

The American Revolution was a time of great upheaval and change. For the people who lived through it, the war was a deeply personal experience. This is evident in the writings of Hope, a young woman who kept a diary during the war. Hope's diaries offer a unique and deeply personal perspective on the struggle for independence.

Five Smooth Stones: Hope's Revolutionary War Diary #1 (Hope's Revolutionary War Diaries)

by Kristiana Gregory

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1901 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	120 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	97 pages
Reading age	:	10 - 12 years
Grade level	:	5 - 6
Item Weight	:	10.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
Hardcover	:	120 pages

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Hope was born in Rhode Island in 1759. Her father was a wealthy merchant, and she grew up in a comfortable home. However, the outbreak of the war in 1775 changed everything. Hope's father was a strong supporter of the American cause, and he soon joined the militia. Hope and her mother were left alone to run the family business.

Hope's diaries begin in 1776. In her first entry, she describes the excitement and anticipation she felt at the outbreak of the war. She believed that the Americans would quickly defeat the British and win their independence. However, as the war dragged on, Hope's optimism began to dwindle. She witnessed the suffering and death that the war brought, and she began to doubt whether the American cause was worth fighting for.

In addition to her descriptions of the war, Hope's diaries also provide a glimpse into the daily life of ordinary people during the American Revolution. She writes about the food shortages, the lack of clothing, and the constant fear of attack. She also describes the ways in which women contributed to the war effort. Hope and her mother, for example, sewed clothes for the soldiers and donated money to the cause.

Hope's diaries end abruptly in 1780. The reason for this is unknown, but it is possible that she died or that her family was forced to flee their home. Whatever the reason, Hope's diaries provide a valuable and unique perspective on the American Revolution. They offer us a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during this tumultuous period in American history.

Hope's Legacy

Hope's diaries were first published in 1899. They have since been reprinted several times and have been translated into several languages. Hope's diaries are now considered to be a valuable historical resource. They provide a unique and personal perspective on the American Revolution, and they offer us a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during this tumultuous period in American history.

Hope's legacy is not just limited to her diaries. She is also remembered as one of the many women who contributed to the American Revolution. Hope and other women like her played an important role in the war effort. They sewed clothes for the soldiers, donated money to the cause, and provided support for their families and communities.

Hope's story is a reminder of the sacrifices that were made by ordinary people during the American Revolution. Her diaries are a valuable historical resource, and they offer us a glimpse into the lives of women during this important period in American history.

Five Smooth Stones: Hope's Revolutionary War Diary #1 (Hope's Revolutionary War Diaries)

by Kristiana Gregory

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1901 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	120 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	97 pages
Reading age	:	10 - 12 years
Grade level	:	5 - 6
Item Weight	:	10.4 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.75 x 9 inches
Hardcover	:	120 pages

FREE