"Captain Sam: The Boy Scouts of 1814" by George Cary Eggleston is a historical fiction novel set during the War of 1812, which follows a boy named Sam Hardwicke as a captain of his young troop embarks on a journey. The book examines themes of leadership, bravery, and friendship as the boys face many challenges. The novel starts with Sam and his boy scouts camping near the Alabama River in 1814. Conflict sparks when Jake Elliott tries to take over Sam's leadership role, but Sam quickly uses his authority to remind everyone of their purposes as soldiers. Sam's leadership qualities and Jake's cowardice are shown as central to the story arc. The boys showcase their youthful energy as they get ready for their mission. Hints of conflict suggest upcoming trials and tribulations that make readers want to continue reading.
Captain Sam: The Boy Scouts of 1814
By George Cary Eggleston
During the War of 1812, a young captain and his troop must confront a mutiny and other looming challenges in their journey.
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About the AuthorGeorge Cary Eggleston American writer and brother of fellow writer Edward Eggleston (1837–1902). Sons of Joseph Cary Eggleston and Mary Jane Craig. After the American Civil War he published a serialized account of his time as a Confederate soldier in The Atlantic Monthly. These serialized articles were later collected and expanded upon and published under the title "A Rebel's Recollections."
George Cary Eggleston American writer and brother of fellow writer Edward Eggleston (1837–1902). Sons of Joseph Cary Eggleston and Mary Jane Craig. After the American Civil War he published a serialized account of his time as a Confederate soldier in The Atlantic Monthly. These serialized articles were later collected and expanded upon and published under the title "A Rebel's Recollections."
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