"The Dreadnought Boys on Battle Practice" by John Henry Goldfrap is an adventurous tale about young cousins, Ned Strong and Herc Taylor, who dream of escaping their ordinary lives and becoming heroes in the U.S. Navy. The story begins with Ned and Herc, filled with youthful ambition after seeing a captivating poster of a battleship, they decide to enlist. This decision leads to humorous encounters, including a scuffle with a bully and their grandfather, finally giving his hesitant blessing. Full of wide eyed enthusiasm and naivete, the boys embark on a journey from farm life to naval adventure as they join Uncle Sam's Navy.
The Dreadnought Boys on Battle Practice
By John Henry Goldfrap
Two young cousins leave their simple life behind, chasing dreams of heroism and adventure when they join the Navy, setting sail toward an exciting but challenging new world.
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About the AuthorJohn Henry Goldfrap was an English-born journalist and author of boys' books, participating in the "American series phenomenon". He always wrote under pseudonyms.
John Henry Goldfrap was an English-born journalist and author of boys' books, participating in the "American series phenomenon". He always wrote under pseudonyms.
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