The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam

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The Khaki Boys over the Top; Or, Doing and Daring for Uncle Sam

by Josephine Chase

EN·~4 hours

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In the cramped darkness of a World War I front‑line trench, a tight‑knit group of American soldiers—Bob Dalton, the quick‑witted Iggy, and their steady comrades Franz, Jimmy and Roger—wait for the signal to move forward. Their whispered banter and nervous glances capture the mixture of fear and camaraderie that defines life in the mud‑filled no‑man’s land, while the ever‑present threat of enemy ears adds a tense edge to every conversation.

As dawn approaches, the boys learn that a fresh wave of reinforcements will join them, promising a chance to finally go “over the top” together. Their resolve is tested by the looming artillery fire and the uncertainty of what lies beyond the trench line, yet their humor and loyalty keep spirits high. Listeners are drawn into the gritty reality of the front, feeling the pulse of the soldiers as they brace for the pivotal assault that could change everything.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (237K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-07-20

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Josephine Chase

Josephine Chase

d. 1931

Best known for lively girls' adventure stories, this early 20th-century writer published many popular series under several pen names. Her books followed brave, energetic heroines through school, travel, and outdoor exploits, helping define a generation of juvenile fiction.

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