A story of a nineteen-year-old woman who disguised herself as a man to avoid an unwanted marriage and who distinguished herself as a male nurse during the Civil War, and later as a spy for the Union Army.

Nine-year-old Lizzie writes to her mother, who is deployed overseas during wartime, and includes maps that show her mother what Lizzie has been thinking and doing. Includes nonfiction tips for helping children of military families.

"How much do you know about Deborah Sampson? Find out the facts you need to know about this woman who fought in the Revolutionary War. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American."--