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Ghost Soldier Report
Ghost Soldier by, Elaine M. Alphin
Report by, Safia Nizami Stirrup-a loop, ring, or other contrivance of metal, wood, leather, etc., suspended from the saddle of a horse to support the rider's foot. Her foot was stuck in the stirrup.
Musket-a heavy, large-caliber smoothbore gun for infantry soldiers, introduced in the 16th century. He shot the musket.
Hospitable-receiving or treating guests or strangers warmly and generously. That was a vary hospitable family.
Siege-the act or process of surrounding and attacking a fortified place in such a way as to isolate it from help and supplies, for the purpose of lessening the resistance


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