The Boy Volunteers with the British Artillery

"The Boy Volunteers with the British Artillery" by Kenneth Ward is a tale of two American youths, Ralph and Alfred, who bravely join the British artillery during World War I. Grappling with the grief of losing a friend and recovering from their own injuries sustained as aviators; they choose to dive into the thick of the war. Their journey, fueled by a persistent desire to contribute, leads these young men straight to the battlefront, where they face the harsh truths of combat and the challenges of military life, setting the stage for a powerful story of courage and coming-of-age amid the chaos of war.