"Forward, March": A Tale of the Spanish-American War by Kirk Munroe

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Author Munroe, Kirk, 1850-1930
LoC No. 99004276
Title "Forward, March": A Tale of the Spanish-American War
Credits E-text prepared by Al Haines
Summary "Forward, March": A Tale of the Spanish-American War by Kirk Munroe is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Ridge Norris, a young man with aspirations toward heroism, who becomes embroiled in the tumult of the Spanish-American War after the destruction of the USS Maine. The book captures the fervor of wartime sentiment and the personal journey of its protagonist as he grapples with challenges both external and internal, ultimately aspiring to serve and honor his country. At the start of the novel, Ridge Norris is introduced as a flower-loving young man finding himself bewildered by the emotions surrounding the recent news of war. We see him torn between personal duties and the larger calling to serve, especially as he learns of the Maine's destruction. Ridge debates the character of a man named Herman Dodley, whom he perceives as of dubious moral fiber, while feeling the pull of history as war looms. The opening chapters soak the reader in the ambiance of pre-war America, with Ridge feeling a growing sense of purpose that will lead him to enlist. This initial segment sets the stage for our hero's transformation, as he navigates both familial expectations and the onset of a fierce conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Spanish-American War, 1898 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 16231
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Most Recently Updated Dec 11, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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