A NARRATIVE OF A REVOLUTIONARY SOLDIER by Joseph Plumb Martin - FULL AudioBook
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In listening to Joseph Plumb Martins account of his day to day life as soldier in the Continental Army you will learn the major military events, and the scenes behind the events, of the American Revolution, and you will feel deeply the suffering and sacrifice of so many youths and appreciate what they accomplished: the beginning of a major liberation of humanity that has spread around the world ever since.
These simple but wise and true and natural youth took the world to a whole new level. There is no trace of them now - of their friendships and broken bodies, their hopes and dreams, their tears and laughter, except the life, liberty and pursuit of happiness they bought for all the generations after them and the wave of creativity and universal love that goes on expanding from these today. We should remember and bless them, and be grateful for the precious blessings that came through them which we now take for granted.
Barry Eads voice is just right for the reading of a youths diary. Great service!
Date: 2024-03-14
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Comments and reviews: 22
TedBronson1918
JPM would be most shocked and surprised to know that the US military was screwing soldiers out of their re-enlistment bonuses while at war 240 yrs later - BREAKING their side of the contract while still holding the soldiers to the letter and spirit of military law with no legal alternatives. I don't know if they ever did get the money OWED them.
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JPM would be most shocked and surprised to know that the US military was screwing soldiers out of their re-enlistment bonuses while at war 240 yrs later - BREAKING their side of the contract while still holding the soldiers to the letter and spirit of military law with no legal alternatives. I don't know if they ever did get the money OWED them.
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Merc_0158E7
51, 000 views, (9-21) TBH I'm surprised that many people have read this. Myself, it took several (8-9) visits to this video to complete it. I suspect the real number of persons who took the time to review actual history is around 4 or 6 thousand.
Hail to the ones who really want to know.
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51, 000 views, (9-21) TBH I'm surprised that many people have read this. Myself, it took several (8-9) visits to this video to complete it. I suspect the real number of persons who took the time to review actual history is around 4 or 6 thousand.
Hail to the ones who really want to know.
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kackljas
A great true story with excellent writing, not bad narration, but I wish the narrator had more contrast in tone to correspond with the occurring events. The reading of the battle scenes should have been more dramatic, ala Dan Carlin's style.
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A great true story with excellent writing, not bad narration, but I wish the narrator had more contrast in tone to correspond with the occurring events. The reading of the battle scenes should have been more dramatic, ala Dan Carlin's style.
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carelessandi
Accurate Chapter Time Stamps
Chapter 1: 0: 00
Chapter 2: 23: 14
Chapter 3: 1: 34: 04
Chapter 4: 2: 51: 55
Chapter 5: 4: 1: 59
Chapter 6: 4: 35: 17
Chapter 7: 5: 41: 05
Chapter 8: 6: 45: 47
Chapter 9: 7: 26: 52
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Accurate Chapter Time Stamps
Chapter 1: 0: 00
Chapter 2: 23: 14
Chapter 3: 1: 34: 04
Chapter 4: 2: 51: 55
Chapter 5: 4: 1: 59
Chapter 6: 4: 35: 17
Chapter 7: 5: 41: 05
Chapter 8: 6: 45: 47
Chapter 9: 7: 26: 52
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nosillalaluna7078
When I read about the lives of random people of our countries past, it gives me hope for our countries future. Knowing that even now, at this very moment someone somewhere in our nation is writing down their memories, their lif
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When I read about the lives of random people of our countries past, it gives me hope for our countries future. Knowing that even now, at this very moment someone somewhere in our nation is writing down their memories, their lif
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TheKayakCrew
Fascinating account of the everyday life of soldiers who fought in the war. Interesting that the vast majority of it is simply about trying to find food, drink and shelter, with the combat almost an infrequent side show
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Fascinating account of the everyday life of soldiers who fought in the war. Interesting that the vast majority of it is simply about trying to find food, drink and shelter, with the combat almost an infrequent side show
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BamaFanUSMC
1: 00: 00 point, the guy dies as he lays down to drink water. I'm confused if he died bc he drank too much water too fast. Or is it bc he was so weak, sick and he just died from starvation and dehydration
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1: 00: 00 point, the guy dies as he lays down to drink water. I'm confused if he died bc he drank too much water too fast. Or is it bc he was so weak, sick and he just died from starvation and dehydration
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31Mike
I have this book but never have time to read it, I've wished that there was an audio book version and was pleased to discover this. If Audible had it, I'd have bought it but I'll listen here.
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I have this book but never have time to read it, I've wished that there was an audio book version and was pleased to discover this. If Audible had it, I'd have bought it but I'll listen here.
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Notkosher308
Was it Napoleon that said An army marches on its stomach. Know the officers had plenty to eat. Washington should have been shot back then. Freemason deists.
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Was it Napoleon that said An army marches on its stomach. Know the officers had plenty to eat. Washington should have been shot back then. Freemason deists.
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nosillalaluna7078
The history of our country should be taught in this fashion. The human connection would appeal to children and bring life to the dead past.
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The history of our country should be taught in this fashion. The human connection would appeal to children and bring life to the dead past.
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horseface31
As a soldier from the modern day I can say with great accuracy, dietary distress is still an ever present concern whilst on campaign (deployed)
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As a soldier from the modern day I can say with great accuracy, dietary distress is still an ever present concern whilst on campaign (deployed)
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brettrinker979
The preface is splendid in it's performance of what normally is an utility. Outstanding! Now eagerly ready to absorb the work itself.
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The preface is splendid in it's performance of what normally is an utility. Outstanding! Now eagerly ready to absorb the work itself.
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blossombogart2
broken promises to the veterans. forgotten. some things never change. damn shame then as now. his ending summation is heartbreaking.
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broken promises to the veterans. forgotten. some things never change. damn shame then as now. his ending summation is heartbreaking.
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danpatrick9080
My ancestor fought in revolution and afterward was given land in what is now Delaware Ohio. My grandfather was born there in 1901.
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My ancestor fought in revolution and afterward was given land in what is now Delaware Ohio. My grandfather was born there in 1901.
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Nancy-vw9jz
This man is a direct descendent to our family, so proud of our history which includes Joseph Plum Martin.
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This man is a direct descendent to our family, so proud of our history which includes Joseph Plum Martin.
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audiobooks
The reader is very good. i put my bluetooth head phones on and lay down. next thing i know it's 3am.
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The reader is very good. i put my bluetooth head phones on and lay down. next thing i know it's 3am.
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paulduckworth5649
My ancestor was shot at Ramsour Mill. Carried the ball till he past at a ripe old age. Proud
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My ancestor was shot at Ramsour Mill. Carried the ball till he past at a ripe old age. Proud
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mikefoley6368
Wow. For liberty and freedom. As a Vietnam combat veteran I feel a kinship with Sgt. Martin.
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Wow. For liberty and freedom. As a Vietnam combat veteran I feel a kinship with Sgt. Martin.
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C0b0urnId3ntity
Amazing first hand source for Revolutionary War researchers, thank you for uploading this!
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Amazing first hand source for Revolutionary War researchers, thank you for uploading this!
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ms. nobody5857
Joseph Plumb Martin is my great grandfather x5. Thank you for giving his journal a voice
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Joseph Plumb Martin is my great grandfather x5. Thank you for giving his journal a voice
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Martin-jk2ng
The part about his broken ankle was something else. JPM was tough as they come. Ugh
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The part about his broken ankle was something else. JPM was tough as they come. Ugh
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danthedewman1
starving while fighting for your country. I bet the officers were eating just fine
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starving while fighting for your country. I bet the officers were eating just fine
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