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Book Review of Gentle Annie: The True Story of a Civil War Nurse

Gentle Annie: The True Story of a Civil War Nurse
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Written like fiction, this is the true story of a young Civil War nurse, who became famous for her bravery in treating wounded Union soldiers, even under fire. Gallantry, bravery, cowardice, and the sorrow of war are all in this book aimed at 5th-6th graders.