Wilkinson Trail - Kids Tour - Station E

Wilkinson Trail - Stop E

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[Sounds of campfire crackling, indistinct background conversations.]

(Mary)
The Rebel Americans fled earlier today. Much of our army is now camped here on John Freeman’s farm. The soldiers are all so very tired, now that the excitement of battle has passed. Mother and I are exhausted from worry, as we still have no word on whether Father is well, or even alive!  

[Campfire crackling, conversation ends.]