Paul Revere
Primary Sources of Famous People in American History
Paul Revere was one of the foremost silver craftsmen of his time, crafting tea sets and tankards for many of the finest families in the Massachusetts. He served in the French and Indian War, becoming politically active in the years before the American Revolution. He also took part in the Boston Tea Party. However, he is best known for his ride through Boston on horseback, warning the citizens to assemble in an effort to ward off the advancing British army.
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Collection Review: Primary Sources of Famous People in American History"Excellent series using primary sources. Easy to read; great for biography projects and connecting people in history to 5th grade social studies standards. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED."
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