Under Many Flags

** "Under Many Flags" by Katharine Scherer Cronk is a collection of stories honoring the selfless acts of missionaries around the globe. Beginning with Cyrus Hamlin, a young man from Maine, the book traces his early life and his ambitious goal of establishing a college in Constantinople, highlighting his perseverance and dedication. Through descriptive storytelling, the authors create inspiring accounts of people facing adversity and working to improve the well-being of underserved communities, while they served in countries such as Turkey, Brazil, and Africa. The central focus is on the challenges and triumphs of these individuals as they provided education and aid to those in need. **