| Author |
Hancock, H. Irving (Harrie Irving), 1868-1922 |
| Title |
Uncle Sam's Boys in the Philippines; or, Following the Flag against the Moros
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Uncle Sam's Boys in the Philippines; or, Following the Flag against the Moros" by H. Irving Hancock is a military adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the experiences of two young sergeants, Hal Overton and Noll Terry, as they navigate both the exotic landscapes and political tensions of the Philippines during a time of conflict with the Moro people. A blend of action and camaraderie, the narrative encapsulates the spirit of young soldiers eager to serve their country. The beginning of the book introduces Sergeants Overton and Terry as they explore Manila, the bustling heart of the Philippines, discovering the new culture and its nuances. Feeling the allure of the East, they encounter a Filipino dandy, Vicente Tomba, who seems overly interested in befriending them. As the plot unfolds, Tomba's intentions become suspect, hinting at danger lurking beneath the surface of their charming surroundings. The chapter ends with a dramatic storm, setting the stage for an intriguing conflict between the soldiers and local forces, suggesting a looming adventure filled with peril and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
United States. Army -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Philippines -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23447 |
| Release Date |
Nov 11, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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