The Brighton Boys at Chateau-Thierry
by OpenStories
Original author: James R. Driscoll
"The Brighton Boys at Chateau-Thierry" by James R. Driscoll is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work is part of a series that explores the adventures of a group of American boys during World War I as they face the realities of war, patriotism, and friendship. The story likely centers on two main characters, Donald Richards and Clement Stapley, who are portrayed as rivals but ultimately become allies as they uncover a plot involving German spies in their hometown. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Donald Richards and Clement Stapley during a tense argument on a train. Their rivalry is highlighted as they exchange banter about military service. The plot thickens when Donald overhears two German men discussing something suspicious, which leads both boys to decide to follow them after they disembark. This initiates a thrilling adventure that not only tests their bravery but also challenges their previously divided relationship. As they delve deeper into the unfolding mystery, they discover a potential German espionage operation that threatens their town and country.
The Brighton Boys at Chateau-Thierry, by James R. Driscoll. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #53271.
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22 Chapters
- 1.Front Matter201 words
- 2.Chapter I: Overheard1,063 words
- 3.Chapter II: Traced1,282 words
- 4.Chapter III: Bang1,329 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Captured2,015 words
- 6.Chapter V: Rewarded1,698 words
- 7.Chapter VI: Dissension1,699 words
- 8.Chapter VII: Getting in1,408 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: In It1,803 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Reprisals1,766 words
- 11.Chapter X: Zealous Billy2,262 words
- 12.Chapter XI: “gone West”2,225 words
- 13.Chapter XII: TIM2,965 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: Wash2,373 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Shifted2,325 words
- 16.Chapter XV: On the Way2,315 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: Yanks2,278 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: Victory2,660 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: Bushwhacking2,901 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: Bouresches3,329 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Friends1,445 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: Distinguished2,084 words