Fighting in Cuban Waters; Or, Under Schley on the Brooklyn

Name: Fighting in Cuban Waters; Or, Under Schley on the Brooklyn
Author: Edward Stratemeyer

By Edward Stratemeyer

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A young sailor enlists and serves aboard Commodore Schley's flagship, joining the Flying Squadron en route to Cuban waters. The narrative follows naval maneuvers, blockades, bombardments, and the locating and destruction of an enemy fleet, and interleaves shipboard life, adventures ashore, capture and imprisonment, and a prison escape. Episodes emphasize courage, duty, and comradeship amid danger, and blend reported historical actions, including the sinking of a blockship and the final sea engagement, with youthful heroism and practical religious conviction as the protagonist returns to his ship after the climactic battle.

About the Author

Edward Stratemeyer

Edward Stratemeyer was an American author and publisher, best known for creating a number of popular children's book series in the early 20th century. He founded the Stratemeyer Syndicate, which produced series such as the "Hardy Boys" and "Nancy Drew," shaping the landscape of juvenile literature. Stratemeyer wrote under various pseudonyms and was known for his ability to engage young readers with adventurous and moralistic tales. His works, including titles like "A Young Inventor's Pluck" and "Dave Porter and His Classmates," often featured themes of bravery, ingenuity, and friendship, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.