Exceptional Low on provisions. The Longest Day by Sally Law 75 Words Flash Fiction contest entry Artwork by Lilibug6 at FanArtReview.com

The battle had been hellacious, the enemy pounding us into submission with artillery fire. Our wounded were suffering; food and supplies were scarce. I sent word by messenger requesting provisions. My trusted lieutenant courageously volunteered to ride along. The lookout was to alert me as soon as help arrived. The afternoon sun revealed a wagon kicking up dust as it made haste to our encampment. It was my sister, bearing Kool-Aid, Oreos and bologna sandwiches. Recognized Author Notes I often played war with my brothers and cousins in their tree fort. I was usually the one voted to fetch lunch for the troops. Word processor counts 75 words. Art from FanArt Review called, Civil War Cannon by lilibug6. http://www.fanartreview.com/displaystory.jsp?id=477354

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