Don Yaeger Boeken

From the youngest living recipient of the Medal of Honor comes an extraordinary inspirational memoir that will change the life of every reader. Moving and unforgettable, You Are Worth It is an astonishing memoir from an extraordinary young leader.

A page-turning middle-grade adaptation of the New York Times bestseller about George Washington's top-secret spy ring that helped defeat the British. The American Revolution is well under way in 1776, but things are looking bleak for General George Washington and his Continental Army. With Washington's hasty retreat from New York City in August, many think the war might soon be over. After all: how on earth is this ragtag group going to defeat its enemy, the well-trained and well-funded military of the largest empire in history? But Washington soon realizes he can't win with military might. Instead, he must outsmart the British, so he creates a sophisticated intelligence network: the top-secret Culper Spy Ring. Drawing on extensive research, Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger tell the fascinating stories of these long unrecognized spies: a reserved merchant, a tavern keeper, a brash young longshoreman, a curmudgeonly Long Island bachelor, a coffeehouse owner, and a mysterious woman. This vivid and accessible young readers adaptation of the New York Times bestseller features an exclusive new introduction, extensive back matter, and eye-catching art throughout. Chronicling a crucial moment in American history, this historical thriller will excite and inspire the next generation of patriots.

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The book delves into the intriguing world of espionage during the American Revolution, focusing on a covert spy ring that played a crucial role in the fight for independence. It highlights the enigmatic figure of Agent 355, whose true identity has long been a mystery. The new afterword presents groundbreaking research that sheds light on this secretive character, adding depth to the narrative and inviting readers to explore the complexities of loyalty and betrayal in a time of war.

This is the little-known story of how a newly independent nation was challenged by four Muslim powers and what happened when America's third president decided to stand up to intimidation. When Thomas Jefferson became president in 1801, America faced a crisis. The new nation was deeply in debt and needed its economy to grow quickly, but its merchant ships were under attack. Pirates from North Africa's Barbary coast routinely captured American sailors and held them as slaves, demanding ransom and tribute payments far beyond what the new country could afford. Over the previous fifteen years, as a diplomat and then as secretary of state, Jefferson had tried to work with the Barbary states (Tripoli, Tunis, Algiers, and Morocco). Unfortunately, he found it impossible to negotiate with people who believed their religion justified the plunder and enslavement of non-Muslims. These rogue states would show no mercy -- at least not while easy money could be made by extorting America, France, England, and other powers. So President Jefferson decided to move beyond diplomacy. He sent the U.S. Navy's new warships and a detachment of marines to blockade Tripoli -- launching the Barbary Wars and beginning America's journey toward future superpower status

The War of 1812 posed significant threats to America, with Indian tribes attacking settlers in the West and the Royal Navy menacing the coasts. By mid-1814, President James Madison's generals had lost control, suffering defeats in Canada, culminating in British troops setting the White House ablaze, leading to widespread despair. In this critical moment, Major General Andrew Jackson recognized the urgency of protecting New Orleans. If the British captured the city, they would dominate the Mississippi River, jeopardizing America's trade and stifling its expansion dreams. Jackson faced the challenge of convincing Madison and his War Department to heed his warnings, despite being an outsider to the dominant political factions. He needed to rally a diverse coalition, including frontier militiamen, French-speaking Louisianans, Cherokee and Choctaw Indians, freed slaves, and even pirates. Jackson's task was daunting as he prepared to confront the world's most formidable military force in the complex Louisiana bayous. Kilmeade and Yaeger vividly bring this historical narrative to life, offering a gripping tale that deepens the reader's understanding of one of America's greatest generals and honors the courageous individuals who fought for the nation’s expansion.