It means that fellow wants to ruin the Yankee plane, and perhaps finish the flier who went down with it to the ground. "Not if we can prevent it, I say. Take a nosedive, Tom, and leave it to me to manage the gun!" "He isn't alone, Jack, for I saw a second skulker in the brush, I'm sure." "We've got to drive those jackals away, no matter at what risk. Go to it, Tom, old scout!" The big battle-plane, soaring fully two thousand feet above the earth, suddenly turned almost upside-down, so that its nose pointed at an angle lose to forty-five degrees. Like a hawk plunging after its prey it sped through space, the two occupants held in their places by safety belts.
The Air Service Boys flying against the Kaiser. This volume is an entry in the popular World War I boys' action-adventure series. [Originally published in 1919.]
Air Service Boys in the Big Battle" by Charles Amory Beach takes readers on a thrilling journey through the skies during a pivotal moment in history, offering a captivating blend of adventure, camaraderie, and wartime heroism. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the novel follows a group of young aviators who are part of the Air Service, the aerial branch of the military. These brave pilots navigate the dangers of the sky as they engage in aerial combat, reconnaissance missions, and other crucial tasks to support the war effort. The story centers around the experiences of the main characters as they train, fly daring missions, and form unbreakable bonds with their fellow aviators. The author skillfully captures the excitement and adrenaline of aerial combat, painting a vivid picture of dogfights, aerial maneuvers, and the challenges of flying in the midst of enemy fire. As the young aviators face the perils of war, they also grapple with personal struggles, fears, and doubts. The novel delves into their individual backgrounds, motivations, and aspirations, providing a well-rounded view of their characters. Their interactions with one another create a sense of camaraderie and friendship that adds depth to the narrative. The Big Battle itself serves as a dramatic climax, a turning point that tests the characters' skills, courage, and determination. The tension and stakes are palpable as the pilots confront enemy forces and strive to emerge victorious. Throughout this intense battle, readers are drawn into the heart-pounding action and the characters' unwavering resolve. Beyond the aerial battles and military operations, the novel also explores the impact of war on both the soldiers and the civilians they encounter. Themes of sacrifice, patriotism, and the human cost of conflict are interwoven into the narrative, adding layers of depth and emotion to the story. Through its engaging storytelling and well-drawn characters, "Air Service Boys in the Big Battle" offers readers a captivating glimpse into the world of aviation and warfare during a significant period in history. The novel celebrates the bravery and dedication of young pilots while highlighting the challenges and triumphs they experience on and off the battlefield.
In "Air Service Boys Over the Enemy's Lines" by Charles Amory Beach, join the courageous Air Service Boys as they venture deep into enemy territory during World War I. This thrilling tale follows their daring missions behind enemy lines, where they face danger, outsmart adversaries, and play a crucial role in the war effort. As skilled aviators, the Air Service Boys find themselves tasked with reconnaissance missions, aerial combat, and gathering intelligence on enemy forces. With their bravery, quick thinking, and unwavering determination, they navigate treacherous skies and infiltrate enemy territory, providing vital information to aid their side. In "Air Service Boys Over the Enemy's Lines," Charles Amory Beach masterfully captures the tension, adrenaline, and high stakes of aerial warfare. Readers will be immersed in the exhilarating world of dogfights, daring escapes, and the camaraderie forged in the face of danger. Join the Air Service Boys on their perilous missions as they navigate the enemy's lines, outmaneuver adversaries, and make a significant impact in the fight for victory.
It was once my good fortune to assist in a discovery of some importance to lovers of literature, and to searchers after the new and wonderful. As nearly a quarter of a century has since elapsed, and as two others shared in the discovery, it may seem to the reader strange that the general public has been kept in ignorance of an event apparently so full of interest. Yet this silence is quite explicable; for of the three participants none has heretofore written for publication; and of my two associates, one is a quiet, retiring man, the other is erratic and forgetful. It is also possible that the discovery did not at the time impress either my companions or myself as having that importance and widespread interest which I have at last come to believe it really possesses. In any view of the case, there are reasons, personal to myself, why it was less my duty than that of either of the others to place on record the facts of the discovery. Had either of them, in all these years, in ever so brief a manner, done so, I should have remained forever silent.
There is a story of two "smart" Yankees, one named Hosea and the other Hezekiah, who met in an oyster shop in Boston. Said Hosea, "As to opening oysters, why nothing's easier if you only know how." "And how's how?" asked Hezekiah. "Scotch snuff," replied Hosea, very gravely-"Scotch snuff. Bring a little of it ever so near their noses, and they'll sneeze their lids off." "I know a man who knows a better plan," observed Hezekiah. "He spreads the bivalves in a circle, seats himself in the centre, reads a chapter of Artemus Ward to them, and goes on until they get interested. One by one they gape with astonishment at A. Ward's whoppers, and as they gape my friend whips 'em out, peppers away, and swallows 'em.
In "Air Service Boys Flying for Victory" by Charles Amory Beach, soar into the thrilling world of aviation during World War I alongside a group of young aviators. This exhilarating tale follows the adventures of the Air Service Boys as they take to the skies, fighting for victory and defending their country. As war rages across Europe, the Air Service Boys find themselves in the heart of the action, navigating treacherous skies, engaging in daring aerial combat, and carrying out vital missions for their squadron. With bravery and skill, they become an integral part of the Allied war effort. In "Air Service Boys Flying for Victory," Charles Amory Beach masterfully captures the adrenaline-fueled excitement of early aviation and the camaraderie forged in the face of danger. Readers will be transported to a time when the sky was the battleground, and young men risked their lives for a cause greater than themselves. Join the Air Service Boys on their high-flying adventures as they confront enemy pilots, navigate technological challenges, and learn the true meaning of courage and sacrifice in the pursuit of victory.
In "Air Service Boys Over the Enemy's Lines" by Charles Amory Beach, join the courageous Air Service Boys as they venture deep into enemy territory during World War I. This thrilling tale follows their daring missions behind enemy lines, where they face danger, outsmart adversaries, and play a crucial role in the war effort. As skilled aviators, the Air Service Boys find themselves tasked with reconnaissance missions, aerial combat, and gathering intelligence on enemy forces. With their bravery, quick thinking, and unwavering determination, they navigate treacherous skies and infiltrate enemy territory, providing vital information to aid their side. In "Air Service Boys Over the Enemy's Lines," Charles Amory Beach masterfully captures the tension, adrenaline, and high stakes of aerial warfare. Readers will be immersed in the exhilarating world of dogfights, daring escapes, and the camaraderie forged in the face of danger. Join the Air Service Boys on their perilous missions as they navigate the enemy's lines, outmaneuver adversaries, and make a significant impact in the fight for victory.
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