The aftermath.
Force of 10,000, 300 killed, 800 wounded, 1000 captured. We had been defeated. The British came in with double our force and took over with little casualties.
John died this morning. His wound had been infected and he died shortly from some disease. I didn't understand what was going on. How could we be beated? Weren't we the good guys?
The army I had come with had been either killed or went missing in action. We retreated and are now hiding out. Another attack from the British is unlikely; the weather is too rainy.
General George Washington has just arrived. He seems calm and collect. Rather than blaming individuals for the loss, he is planning our next move. He has told us that more troops are going to arrive soon. We must be ready for a counter attack.
Today has been a long day; I must get my sleep.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Monday, May 17, 2010
27th August 1776
The war was upon us.
The weather was gloomy. It has been rainy and foggy all day. It is difficult to see in front of the troops. We have arrived in Long Island, New York.
After a couple of miles and walking, we reconvened with the other troops. There must be about 10,000 solders. We are anxiously waiting for what is to come next.
They began shooting, relentlessly. Next to me my fellow solders were being shot left and right. John was shot. He went down, but slowly began walking. He had been shot in the arm. We camped out in what the commander called, Jamaica Pass. The sound was unforgettable. The are clearly outnumbering us. They are better prepared with more weapons and armor.
God bless us.
The weather was gloomy. It has been rainy and foggy all day. It is difficult to see in front of the troops. We have arrived in Long Island, New York.
After a couple of miles and walking, we reconvened with the other troops. There must be about 10,000 solders. We are anxiously waiting for what is to come next.
They began shooting, relentlessly. Next to me my fellow solders were being shot left and right. John was shot. He went down, but slowly began walking. He had been shot in the arm. We camped out in what the commander called, Jamaica Pass. The sound was unforgettable. The are clearly outnumbering us. They are better prepared with more weapons and armor.
God bless us.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
26th August 1776
Where are we?
We must be nearing the city of New York. The weather is getting colder and there is a lot of rain. We are all preparing for what is upcoming. They haven't announced much to us, but we can tell there will be an upcoming battle in New York.
General Washington, General Putnam, and General Alexander are in charge. They are slowly leading us to the city. We have been told that there are many troops camping out near the base. New York holds a great importance in this war. It's strategic location is perfect for communication between the north and the south. Protecting this location is pivotal for victory.
I have made a few friends. John and I have known each other for a very long time. We both joined the war in Boston and have built a strong relationship. We will look out for each other throughout the long haul.
I must get some sleep now, tomorrow will be a long day.
We must be nearing the city of New York. The weather is getting colder and there is a lot of rain. We are all preparing for what is upcoming. They haven't announced much to us, but we can tell there will be an upcoming battle in New York.
General Washington, General Putnam, and General Alexander are in charge. They are slowly leading us to the city. We have been told that there are many troops camping out near the base. New York holds a great importance in this war. It's strategic location is perfect for communication between the north and the south. Protecting this location is pivotal for victory.
I have made a few friends. John and I have known each other for a very long time. We both joined the war in Boston and have built a strong relationship. We will look out for each other throughout the long haul.
I must get some sleep now, tomorrow will be a long day.
Friday, April 30, 2010
25th August 1776
It's morning. Time seems inconsistent.
"Father?"
"Father?"
No reply.
We left for war three maybe four days ago. I was given a rusty gun, no armour, no training. They said the war would be long and hard but if we pull through, America would never be the same. My father was a sergeant for the local troop. He never sleeps and is always alert.
My brother didn't agree when my father came home and told us that we had to fight in the war. He argued that the British government were doing their job quite well, and we had no reason to intervene. He ran away that same night. My father was furious; yelling and screaming. He called my brother a traitor. I guess that is what he is.
I believe we are close to New York now, but there is no way to tell. Most of the troop is tired, weary, injured. Some have diseases. The rest have been left onto the cold soil. We have been advised to hide behind trees where we can, lay down where it's possible, and fire, fire at anything or anyone who is not supposed to be there.
The war for independence has a long way to go.
"Father?"
"Father?"
No reply.
We left for war three maybe four days ago. I was given a rusty gun, no armour, no training. They said the war would be long and hard but if we pull through, America would never be the same. My father was a sergeant for the local troop. He never sleeps and is always alert.
My brother didn't agree when my father came home and told us that we had to fight in the war. He argued that the British government were doing their job quite well, and we had no reason to intervene. He ran away that same night. My father was furious; yelling and screaming. He called my brother a traitor. I guess that is what he is.
I believe we are close to New York now, but there is no way to tell. Most of the troop is tired, weary, injured. Some have diseases. The rest have been left onto the cold soil. We have been advised to hide behind trees where we can, lay down where it's possible, and fire, fire at anything or anyone who is not supposed to be there.
The war for independence has a long way to go.
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