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Ariel bradley, spy for george washington by lynda durrant. In late june 1776, as a massive british fleet prepared to invade new york, a complex drama played itself out at the headquarters of general george washingtons continental army. When he had the money he gave the money to the general and that is why the book is called silver for general washington. George washington and the generals dog step into reading. Make a visit to check out the current floorplan options. Based on historical fact of the battles within the northeastern united states, william is faced with assisting general washington by transporting munitions to each battle site.
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