How Long to Read The Boy in Blue

How Long Does it Take to Read The Boy in Blue?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 56 minutes to read The Boy in Blue by Julie A. Schrader

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

Description

Twenty years after the guns of the American Civil War fell silent at Appomattox in 1865, Women's Relief Corps members of Mankato's Alexander Wilkin Post, Grand Army of the Republic, persuaded the City of Mankato to purchase the triangular blood of land, owned by W.H. Shepard, at the intersection of Broad, Grove, and Lincoln Streets in Mankato, for the express purpose of erecting a Civil War veteran's memorial on that site. The monument, known as The Boy in Blue, was built in 1892, and dedicated on May 30, 1893. Although it seems obvious that a memorial of this historical significance should long endure -- that was not the case. The Boy in Blue only lasted for thirty-five years, becoming the victim of neglect, senseless vandalism and the ravages of extreme weather conditions. It would have remained this way, had it not been for renewed interest in the Civil War era, on the occasion of the conflict's sesquicentennial commemoration; coupled with the efforts of a small, but determined group of local citizens, whose goal it was to restore the Boy in Blue to its former glory by reconstructing not only the statue, but the pedestal and fountain pool as well. This book serves as a chronicle of their dedicated efforts, as well as a tribute to all of those who contributed their time, talents and financial resources to make the dream of re-creating Mankato's oldest war memorial a reality.

How long is The Boy in Blue?

The Boy in Blue by Julie A. Schrader is 174 pages long, and a total of 44,196 words.

This makes it 59% the length of the average book. It also has 54% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Boy in Blue Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 1 minute to read The Boy in Blue aloud.

What Reading Level is The Boy in Blue?

The Boy in Blue is suitable for students ages 10 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 The Boy in Blue?

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