
A fresh wave of patriotism surges through a bustling training camp in Georgia as a newly formed infantry regiment prepares for its first test. Colonel Cleaves, a seasoned officer with a fierce dedication to excellence, delivers a blunt rallying cry that leaves his officers buzzing with a mix of pride and resolve. Captains Dick Prescott and Greg Holmes, still adjusting to their new commands, eagerly embrace the challenge of molding raw recruits into a fighting force.
The narrative captures the raw energy of early‑war mobilization: noisy mess halls, sweltering September heat, and the relentless push to fill ranks and sharpen skills. As the men hustle to meet quotas, the story offers a vivid snapshot of camaraderie, discipline, and the high stakes of building America’s finest regiment. Listeners will feel the urgency of a nation gearing up for conflict and the personal stakes each officer faces in proving their mettle.
Full title
Uncle Sam's Boys with Pershing's Troops Or, Dick Prescott at Grips with the Boche
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (268K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-07-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1868–1922
Best known for fast-moving adventure stories for boys, this prolific American writer also worked as a chemist and newspaper reporter. His books, from military-school tales to outdoor adventures, helped shape popular juvenile fiction in the early 20th century.
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