History Analysis: A Soldier's Legacy

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Amy Walston 10/03/2017 English 102 History Analysis 1. Why would the author write this, what do you think his purpose might have been? a. I think Mr. Brian Garfield wrote this novel to educate us on the horrific battle in the Aleutian Islands. It’s apparent that many Americans today did not/do not know that this part of World War II took place in 1942 on American Soil. 2. Based on what you see, why do you think this writing was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize? a. It is very clear to see that the author has done extensive research about this subject, and has a vast array of knowledge regarding the “Alaskan War.” Mr. Garfield shed light on a very crucial part of American’ History. The details of all this, deeply researched and with great attention

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