The Bulletproof George Washington

Enjoyed this brief (69 pages) account of Washington's divine protection during the French and Indian war. Inspirational for those of us who believe in America's spiritual beginnings and the effect of Godly men on the course of history. Hats off to Wallbuilders and Barton's efforts to recount history before it was re-written by non-believers. Worth reading, even though it is a quick read. Character counts and this certainly illuminates that nicely. Our first president had character "in spades" and the benefit of that courage and integrity are the subsequent Americans that have been blessed by this noble land of freedom.

Accurate..informative..the story behind the story. I hold a Masters in history from Cambridge. To all the naysayers...Barton uses primary sources...Amazing treasure of America's founders.

Incredible true story of George Washington. Set in Pre -Revolutionary battle.This book was not only interesting and informative.It was a good read. I would say it was probably written in a way, that even a 5th Grader could read and enjoy it.In fact I loaned my copy to an Elementary school teacher to review.I also bought a copy for my Teenage Grandaughter.This young generation are taught little to nothing about American History.We have great Heroes in our Nation.The author, David Barton, an American Historian. Has many other books like this one.I plan to purchase more books like this one. For myself and others.

Heard GW had dreamtHe was visited by an Angel who gave him a declaration that God’s favor was on him and on the USA . The book was interesting, but didn’t address this as I thought it would.Good book, quick read

The author has done an excellent job summarizing in one volume of history the many instances where it seemed that Providence had been close at hand as George Washington would survive battle after battle unscathed, and grow into the man who would be a major force in transforming the English colonies on the east coast of North America into a fledgling nation on the world stage.How many times have many of us noted singular instances of the Hand of Providence seemingly deflecting one or more enemy musket balls away from their certain target, thereby allowing Washington's notariety in battle, from rescuing the remnants of General Braddock's expedition, to the Battle of Monmouth wherein he personally reversed a frantic retreat by American troops and stirred them to remember their training in the snowdrifts of Valley Forge and proceed to acquit themselves well against the world's ablest army. Even an Indian chief was quoted as having traveled a great distance to meet the man who seemed under the protection of the Great Spirit, impervious to the point blank musket shots of his adversaries, and destined to be a great chief to his own people.

This account of Washington's feats prior to the Revolutionary War allows young readers to understand the development of Washington as a leader while teaching these students the art of biography. While the book only covers a few years in the life of George Washington, the relationship between Washington and the British general Braddock gives readers insights into the young officer's growing understanding of military strategies. These strategies would serve him well when leading colonial troops in the American Revolution.The only weakness of this volume was the way in which the author described Washington's errors at Fort Necessity. Other accounts had shown the young officer's lack of logistical training and his ignorance in failing to recognize the magnitude of his actions. The author glosses over the fact that Washington was forced to resign from command after unwittingly signing a document, admitting that he had assassinated a French diplomat.However, other than this oversight in the first chapter, "The Bulletproof George Washington" is an interesting outline of the young colonel's rise to power.

Every American Home should have a copy of this !American History

We liked it very much, as it told us history that we never learned in school or from other books about him.