January 1st 1778
It's the new year. I'm seventeen years old, and this is my second year fighting. My father fought with me last year but he went back home to take care of the farm, Nancy, and my mother. I have decided to keep this journal for when I'm gone, my part in this story shall live.
James Cadey
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Life at Valley Forge
Historical FictionIt's the Revolutionary War and the middle of winter. James Cadey is one of the soldiers that is staying at Valley Forge. He fills out a journal of some of the things that he sees and does. Who knew that so many people could die in one place.