Are you searching for true heroes your children can look up to—heroes who shaped a nation and modeled godly values?
Step into the pivotal years of America’s fight for freedom with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 3, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence.
Learn American History While Building Godly Character
From daring midnight escapes to the drama of battlefield courage, you’ll meet ten real heroes, each demonstrating a powerful character quality:
- Alertness ~ John Paulding & Companions
- Boldness ~ Col. John Sevier
- Bravery ~ Sgt. William Jasper
- Commitment ~ Marquis de Lafayette
- Compassion ~ Martha Washington
- Creativity ~ Rev. James Caldwell
- Discretion ~ Nancy Strong
- Loyalty ~ Col. Francis Marion
- Orderliness ~ Baron von Steuben
- Persistence ~ Col. George Rogers Clark
American Heroes to Emulate
These action-packed stories of the Revolution showcase the very best role models of the period between December 1777 and October 1780.
- Discover how Marquis de Lafayette devoted his life and fortune to the American cause.
- See Nancy Strong’s discretion as a petticoat spy in the Culper Ring.
- Admire Martha Washington’s compassion at Valley Forge, caring for soldiers and her husband.
- Witness Baron von Steuben’s orderliness as he transforms the Continental Army.
- March with George Rogers Clark and his men, whose persistence won the Northwest Territory.
- Stand with Sergeant William Jasper, whose bravery inspired his regiment at Fort Sullivan and Savannah.
- Learn from Rev. James Caldwell’s creativity in the heat of battle.
- Watch John Paulding and companions’ alertness foil Benedict Arnold’s treason.
- Experience Francis Marion’s loyalty as the Swamp Fox of the Carolinas.
- Feel the boldness of John Sevier and the Overmountain Men at King’s Mountain.
The American History Supplement Your Family Needs
Through depictions of dramatic events, each biographical vignette keeps children hooked on the facts of history while simultaneously fostering patriotism and faith. Black and white illustrations bring added context to the stories, showing portraits, battle scenes, and key turning points.
Profiles of Valor is perfect for reading aloud as a family, an ideal gift for a budding historian (grades 7 and up), a great addition to your daily morning basket reading, or a wholesome recreational reading option for independent readers.
Book Format
While the stories are ordered chronologically, each chapter can stand alone if desired. Each biographical sketch will take approximately 30 minutes to read aloud.
Each chapter is introduced with a definition of the virtue demonstrated and a relevant Bible memory verse. At the close of each story, comprehension questions help check for understanding while application questions foster discussion to bring the virtues into modern life. Meaningful quotes from statesmen and important personalities are also included throughout the volume.
Read this volume and the entire four-book series to fall in love with American history, reconnect with its godly founding values, and discover a pathway for its future.
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