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Analysis Of The Drummer Boy Of Shiloh
The Drummer Boy of Shiloh presents a believable picture of a Civil War drummer boy, based on historical facts. The setting, characters and events contribute to making the The Drummer Boy of Shiloh, a realistic representation of a Civil War drummer boy. There are different events, settings and characters that are based on the past in The Drummer Boy of Shiloh.
First, the setting in The Drummer Boy of Shiloh is very believable. “In the April night, more than once, blossoms fell from the orchard trees and lighted with rustling taps on the drumhead.” In the historical record, it says that the date was April 6-7. In the story, the author says this took place in April. The historical record mentions that there was a peach orchard and the peach blossoms

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