When the race started John pulled out two 20 pound hammers, and started drilling away. As time went on the men were cheering, and rooting for John.
At the end of the competition John had drilled 14 feet, and the salesman only drilled 9 feet. Accomplishing a great victory John held up his hammers with a proud face and all the workers roared with excitement. The roars were so loud and overwhelming, that the workers hadn't noticed join tottering.
Exhausted and out of breath, John came tumbling to the ground. The crowd went silent as a foreman hurried to his side, to comfort him. But it was too late. A blood vessel had ruptured in John's brain, causing instant death.
Still today, some say John Henry's likeness is carved into the side of Big Bend Tunnel. His death was not in vain , and it stands as a symbol of a great American victory.
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Soul Food: For the Kings & Queens
Cerita Pendek"Soul Food: For the Kings & Queens" is going to contain poems, short stories, positive quotes, and inspirational messages; touching every subject that has to do with the beautiful people of color. This book is for uplifting your spirit. Now sit back...
