Courageous Kate
Courageous Kate by Sheila Ingle, published by Hub City Press in 2006, is a historical narrative that explores the life of Kate Moore Barry, a scout and spy who played a pivotal role in the American Revolutionary War. This edition, written in English and spanning 130 pages, presents a blend of history, folklore, and fiction, focusing on the experiences of Scots-Irish settlers in the South Carolina Upcountry during the 1700s.
Readers will find a compelling account of Kate’s bravery as she navigates the challenges of her time, including encounters with Tories and her courageous actions to protect her family. The story highlights significant events, such as her contribution to General Daniel Morgan’s victory at the Battle of Cowpens. Illustrated by John Ingle, Courageous Kate offers insights into family dynamics and the historical context of the Colonial and Revolutionary periods in the United States.
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Kate Moore Barry served as a scout and a spy and is credited with helping Gen. Daniel Morgan defeat the British at the Battle of Cowpens, a turning point in the war for independence. The author weaves together history, folklore and fiction to create a memorable story about three generations of Scots-Irish settlers who built a life in the wilderness of the South Carolina Upcountry during the 1700s. llustrated by John Ingle, Courageous Kate tells riveting stories of Kate’s encounters with cruel Tories and of the day she tied her youngest child to a bedpost so she could ride out to alert Patriot militiamen about gunfire at her parent’s nearby home.
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