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A Short Biography Of Isabelle Robertson

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1861-1863 Epilogue- Isabelle Robertson a young woman her country within the rough time occurring. It's 1862 and war has started on April 12, 1861, and it's been a brutal time for her and her family. Her father, Devin Robertson died in the Battle Of Bull Run as a hero, when he tried to save general Brig.Gen P.G.T Beauregard from a subtle attack but failed and died in the attempt. Not long after her mom, Lucia Robertson found herself in a severe depression and killed herself. Isabelle was left alone with her aunt in a mansion in Dallas, Texas. BOOM! I ran, ran and ran as fast as I could trying to get shelter in between a pile of building columns and plates. There were shots and screaming coming from every angle, Canons exploding and "BOOM" destroying everything in its way. I was horrified and in a trance unable of helping or moving. At that moment all I could ponder about was my memories, pleasant memories, and disturbing memories. I saw my parents' faces appearing in front of me and taking my hand, I suppose to a better and safe place. If this is my last moment in life, I'm happy with whom I am, and whom I've become. It's 1862, my name is Isabelle Robertson, I'm 17 years old, and I live in Dallas, Texas in my parents' mansion. I live with my Aunt given she's the only familiar I have left since my parents died a year ago. We are …show more content…

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