Profiles of Valor, Vol. 2: December 1775 - December 1777

Are you searching for true heroes your children can look up to? Step into the turning point of America’s fight for freedom with Profiles of Valor: Vol. 2, a virtue-driven collection of biographical sketches from the War of Independence.

Learn American History While Building Godly Character

From daring midnight crossings to tense debates in Congress, you’ll meet ten real heroes, each demonstrating a powerful character quality:

1. Attentiveness ~ Samuel Fraunces
2. Diligence ~ Col. John Glover & the Marblehead Men
3. Endurance ~ Gen. Horatio Gates
4. Honesty ~ John Hart
5. Perseverance ~ Gen. Henry Knox
6. Persuasiveness ~ Rev. John Witherspoon
7. Resourcefulness ~ Oliver Wolcott
8. Responsibility ~ Richard Henry Lee
9. Valor ~ Gen. George Washington
10. Wisdom ~ Gen. George Washington

American Heroes to Emulate

These action-packed stories of the Revolution showcase the very best role models of the period between December 1775 and December 1777.

1. Discover how Henry Knox braved snow and ice to deliver cannons that saved Boston.
2. See George Washington’s valor as he leads his troops through hardship and victory.
3. Watch Samuel Fraunces’s attentiveness foil a plot against Washington.
4. Hear John Witherspoon’s persuasive words ignite independence.
5. Witness Richard Henry Lee urge Congress toward liberty.
6. Admire Oliver Wolcott’s resourcefulness as his family melts down a king’s statue for bullets.
7. Stand with John Hart as he clings to honesty through personal loss.
8. Row with John Glover’s Marblehead Men as they ferry Washington’s army to victory at Trenton.
9. Persevere with Horatio Gates through the trials of Saratoga.
10. Learn wisdom from Washington’s faith and leadership at Valley Forge.

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