Lucius Fairchild: Civil War Hero

"Lucius Fairchild: Civil War Hero" introduces young readers to a great Wisconsin soldier-statesman. Lucius's life brimmed with adventure. As a young man, he headed west across sprawling prairies and high mountains to seek his fortune in California's gold mines. Finding little gold, Lucius tried his hand as a beef supplier and made his money there. Serving in the Civil War, Lucius grieved over the loss of his men of the Iron Brigade in battles like that of Brawner's Farm, and his own left arm was shattered at Gettysburg. With the glow of a returning hero, Lucius went on to win three terms as governor of Wisconsin, and then to secure diplomatic posts in Europe.

About the author

Stuart Stotts is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller, and has written several books for young readers, including the Badger Biography Curly Lambeau: Building the Green Bay Packers. He is a frequent presenter at conferences and workshops for students, teachers, parents, and librarians.

Product details

• Authors: Stuart Stotts
• Publisher: Wisconsin Historical Society Press
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.01.2011
• EAN: 9780870204609
• ISBN: 978-0-87020-460-9
• No. of pages: 112
• Dimensions: 179 mm x 228 mm x 6 mm
• Weight: 254 g
• Series: Badger Biographies; Badger Biographies
• Subject: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics