The Patriot Movie Chapter Summaries

The Patriot is about a man named Benjamin Martin. Benjamin Martin, father of seven, had fought in the French – Indian War and become a legend. This movie takes place during the American Revolutionary War and in South Carolina in the year 1776. Benjamin's son Gabriel wishes to join the Continental Army against his father's wishes. Gabriel is then captured by the Red Coats outside of his own house when he had come home to be aided for his injuries that occurred nearby during the war. When Gabriel's younger brother, Thomas witnessed his brother being captured he attacked a Red Coat soldier named Colonel William Tavington. Colonel Tavington then shoots Thomas, leaving with Gabriel. Thomas then dies in his father's arms. Benjamin then takes