Captain Sam: The Boy Scouts of 1814

Name: Captain Sam: The Boy Scouts of 1814
Author: George Cary Eggleston

By George Cary Eggleston

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A resourceful adolescent organizes a company of boys who volunteer for military service under an energetic commander; he navigates camp life, personal rivalries, and practical challenges while earning the trust of scouts and frontiersmen. Episodes range from mutinous pranks and private feuds to inventive engineering, covert scouting missions into hostile territory, a woodland shipyard and a small sea engagement. Encounters with Indigenous people, loyalty among companions, and demonstrations of leadership, coolness under pressure, and practical skill shape a coming-of-age portrait framed by adventure and rural military life.

About the Author

George Cary Eggleston

George Cary Eggleston was an American author known for his diverse contributions to literature, particularly in the genres of historical fiction and romance. His works often reflect themes of honor, conflict, and the Southern experience during the Civil War era. Notable titles include "A Captain in the Ranks: A Romance of Affairs" and "A Rebel's Recollections," which provide insights into the lives of soldiers and civilians during tumultuous times. Eggleston's storytelling is characterized by rich detail and a deep understanding of his characters' motivations, making his narratives both engaging and thought-provoking.