Roger Davis, Loyalist

"Roger Davis, Loyalist" by Frank Baird is a tale set during the American Revolutionary War where young Roger Davis's life is upended by his father’s death in the skirmish at Lexington. Thrust into a world of divided loyalties, he finds himself amid the burgeoning conflict, struggling to secure his family’s safety. The story details Roger's emotional journey as he witnesses the impact of war on families and communities, which forces him to choose between allegiance to the King and the rising call for independence, while at the same time he is struggling with the implications of remaining neutral during a time of intense conflict. Roger's journey becomes a testament to the challenges of upholding personal beliefs amidst the turmoil of revolution.