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The Battleship Boys' First Step Upward; Or, Winning Their Grades as Petty Officers

By Frank Gee Patchin

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

** Two young sailors risk everything as they navigate treacherous seas, proving their courage and teamwork as they strive to earn their stripes aboard a mighty battleship during intense challenges and dangerous rescue missions.

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2010-06-18
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** "The Battleship Boys' First Step Upward; Or, Winning Their Grades as Petty Officers" by Frank Gee Patchin is an action-packed story about two young sailors, Dan Davis and Sam Hickey, trying to make their mark on the battleship "Long Island". The book focuses on themes like bravery, friendship, and never giving up, all set within the exciting world of the Navy. The story kicks off with lookout Sam Hickey spotting a distress signal during a terrible storm. The crew of the "Long Island" springs into action to help, showing off their skills and teamwork with Dan Davis showing courage. The book sets the stage for a wild ride of ocean adventures and shows what it takes to accomplish one's goals in hard conditions. **

About the Author

Frank Gee Patchin (1861–1925) was an American author of children's books. He was born in Wayland, New York. He is known for his series Battleship Boys and Pony Rider Boys. Patchin published more than 200 adventure books, many using various pseudonyms including Victor Durham and Jessie Graham Flower. He also wrote for the Edward Stratemeyer Syndicate.

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