The Dare Boys of 1776

"The Dare Boys of 1776" by Stephen Angus Douglas Cox, is a historical fiction novel about two young brothers, Dick and Tom Dare, caught up in the whirlwind of the American Revolution. The brothers are full of youthful energy and a strong desire for freedom. At the beginning of the story, the brothers are celebrating the Declaration of Independence but suddenly find themselves in a dangerous fight with Tories while traveling home. This event leads them to join the Continental Army where they begin a quest to find their father, who has been captured by Tories. The story uses vivid descriptions to capture the strong emotions and rising tensions of the era, drawing readers into the action-packed journeys of the Dare brothers as they fight for liberty and family.