Captain Fitz: Fitzgibbon, Green Tiger of the War of 1812

by Enid Mallory

Book Overview

The name James FitzGibbon struck terror in the hearts of U.S. soldiers and this is the dramatic story of his life and his daring exploits. Irish-born James FitzGibbon came to Canada with the 49th Regiment to serve under his hero, Major-General Sir Isaac Brock. After the death of Brock at Queenston Heights and the capture of Fort George in the War of 1812, FitzGibbon spied on the enemy encampment, disguised as a settler selling butter. Armed with his...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1459701186
• ISBN13: 9781459701182
• Release Date: January 2012
• Publisher: Natural Heritage Books
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.0" x 7.9"
• Age Range: 12 to 15 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 10