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_aKerbey, Joseph Orton, _d-1913 |
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_aThe Boy Spy : _bA substantially true record of secret service during the war of the rebellion, a correct account of events witnessed by a soldier |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2010-11-16 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Sharon Verougstraete, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"The Boy Spy" by Joseph Orton Kerbey is a narrative non-fiction account chronicling secret service operations during the War of the Rebellion, likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative recounts the experiences of a young boy who serves as a scout and spy for the Union, detailing his adventures in Confederate territory. Major J. O. Kerbey, the author, combines personal anecdotes with historical events, providing an intimate perspective on significant moments of the war, including the actions in Montgomery and Fort Pickens. The opening of the narrative introduces the author’s background, establishing his connection to adventure and spying through tales from his grandfather's experiences. It sets the stage for his youthful and reckless engagement in the political turmoil leading up to the Civil War, highlighting his initial endeavors in the secret service. In this section, Kerbey recounts his time in Montgomery, where he mingles with rebel leaders, witnesses significant events, and undertakes dangerous missions to gather intelligence about the Confederate plans, including the assault on Fort Sumter and the evolving military landscape. His youthful optimism and clever insights are evident as he navigates perilous situations, adding a layer of tension and intrigue to the unfolding historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives | ||
| 653 | _aUnited States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Secret service | ||
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