How Long to Read Bluejackets and Contrabands

How Long Does it Take to Read Bluejackets and Contrabands?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 50 minutes to read Bluejackets and Contrabands by Barbara Brooks Tomblin

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

One of the lesser known stories of the Civil War is the role played by escaped slaves in the Union blockade along the Atlantic coast. From the beginning of the war, many African American refugees sought avenues of escape to the North. Due to their sheer numbers, those who reached Union forces presented a problem for the military. The problem was partially resolved by the First Confiscation Act of 1861, which permitted the seizure of property used in support of the South's war effort, including slaves. Eventually regarded as contraband of war, the runaways became known as contrabands. In...

How long is Bluejackets and Contrabands?

Bluejackets and Contrabands by Barbara Brooks Tomblin is 398 pages long, and a total of 102,684 words.

This makes it 134% the length of the average book. It also has 125% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Bluejackets and Contrabands Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 21 minutes to read Bluejackets and Contrabands aloud.

What Reading Level is Bluejackets and Contrabands?

Bluejackets and Contrabands is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Bluejackets and Contrabands?

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