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Lafayette and the American Revolution

By: Russell Freedman
Narrated by: Luis Moreno
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Newbery Medalist Russell Freedman’s thrilling account of a daring young French nobleman who helped bring victory at Yorktown and who became a lifelong friend of President Washington will fascinate young historians.

When the Marquis de Lafayette ran off to join the American Revolution against the explicit orders of the king of France, he was a strong-willed 19-year-old who had never set foot on a battlefield. Although the U.S. Congress granted him an honorary commission only out of respect for his title and wealth, Lafayette quickly earned the respect of his fellow officers with his bravery, devotion to the cause of liberty, and incredible drive. Playing a pivotal role in the Revolution, Lafayette convinced the French government to send troops, made crucial pacts with Native Americans, and led his men to victory at Yorktown.

©2010 Russell Freedman (P)2011 Recorded Books Biographies Fiction Historical History North America Government

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Listened to this with my history loving 9 year old. Mr. Freedman and the narrator, Luis Moreno, made the story of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette entertaining, educational, and compelling! Sadly this Hero of Two Countries seems forgotten in France and the United States. Thankfully, we rediscovered Lafayette through this wonderful audiobook.

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Rediscovered a Hero

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Who knew all the things that Lafayette accomplished in his lifetime? My daughters and I enjoyed learning about him - his life would make a great movie!

Such an Interesting Man!

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A simple and chronological telling of Lafayette's life story. True to the times and well read, I thoroughly enjoyed this audible book. I plan to seek a more detailed account to satisfy my urge for detail. I highly recommend this book as your introduction to General Lafayette and his passion for liberty and love of America!

Short, but very sweet!

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I dont remember learning much about this man in history classes. We should teach more about him. His hunger for Liberty helped us obtain ours.

Very Interesting

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Concise story written in a way young readers can connect with history. I enjoyed it very much.

Great Story and Performance

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The book was ok. I think people that like history should read it. It was a really good book and I liked it.

Lafayette and the American Revolution

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As mentioned in other reviews, short but very well done. Having read many books on the American Revolution and being a student of early American history, Lafayette's name was familiar. Here we get to know him and how many more accolades he deserves it we are truly embracing how our country was birthed. Here a man who began as an impetuous awkward boy became a man committed to virtue and left a legacy of freedom.

Well Done

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My son and I listened to this over a few road trips. It kept our interest the entire time and was just right for my 10 year old.

Very informative, great listen!

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This was so thoroughly and clearly told. The engaging narrative style held our whole family captive as we learned about the person behind the historic events that happened right near where we live. I feel like Lafayette is now a dear friend.

Fantastic account and narration of an indispensable man

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