Dave Porter's war honors
by OpenStories
Original author: Edward Stratemeyer
"Dave Porter's War Honors: Or, At the Front with the Fighting Engineers" by Edward Stratemeyer is a historical adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This installment in the Dave Porter Series follows the titular character, Dave Porter, as he embarks on his journey as an army engineer during World War I. The story captures his experiences and challenges faced alongside his friends while navigating the dangers of the battlefront in France. The opening of the book introduces Dave and his fellow engineers as they search for their missing friend, Roger, amidst the chaos of war. As they maneuver through treacherous terrain, encountering explosions and potential gas attacks, Dave displays leadership and determination. Through dialogue and action, the opening sets the tone for a gripping tale of camaraderie and bravery against the backdrop of a tumultuous wartime setting. The narrative emphasizes Dave’s sense of responsibility and concern for his companions, hinting at the deep bonds formed through shared peril and the trials they face along the front lines.
Dave Porter's war honors, by Edward Stratemeyer. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #74496.
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31 Chapters
- 1.Preface634 words
- 2.Chapter I: Near the Fighting Front2,194 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Gas Attack1,991 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Finding of Roger1,986 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Letters2,305 words
- 6.Chapter V: News From Home2,357 words
- 7.Chapter VI: A Battle in the Air2,071 words
- 8.Chapter VII: The German Aviator2,280 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: The Perils of Road Building2,089 words
- 10.Chapter IX: In the Thick of the Fight2,311 words
- 11.Chapter X: Dave Shows His Bravery2,108 words
- 12.Chapter XI: In the Hospital2,319 words
- 13.Chapter XII: What Nat Poole Said2,170 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The Distinguished Service Medal2,246 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: The Machine-Gun Nests2,129 words
- 16.Chapter XV: Lieutenant Porter2,119 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: A Personal Affair1,938 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: At the Trenches1,834 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: The German Prisoner2,264 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: At the Brook2,051 words
- 21.Chapter XX: Attacked in the Dark1,882 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: In the Abandoned Mines2,175 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: Looking for Dave2,287 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: A Prisoner of the Enemy2,298 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: Trying to Escape2,310 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: The Encounter on the River2,118 words
- 27.Chapter XXVI: Deep in the Woods2,175 words
- 28.Chapter XXVII: What Dave’s Chums DID2,195 words
- 29.Chapter XXVIII: The German Headquarters2,005 words
- 30.Chapter XXIX: The Last Fight1,904 words
- 31.Chapter XXX: Captain David Porter--Conclusion2,616 words