The Boy Scouts of America was founded in 1910 and has grown to be one of the largest youth organizations in the world, with 2.7 million members. Scouts of various types have been a standard feature of young adult literature for generations -- but one of the earliest kicked off in 1913. The "Boy Scouts" series by "Herbert Carter" (a pseudonym for author St. George Rathborne, who wrote the whole series with the exception of volume 9) ran for 12 volumes. It follows scouts through adventures w...

"The Boy Scouts at the Battle of Saratoga" is part of the popular "Boy Scouts" series created by Edward Stratemeyer under the pseudonym Herbert Carter. The novel combines historical events with the adventures of a group of Boy Scouts, focusing on their participation in the American Revolutionary War.Set during the Battle of Saratoga in 1777, the story follows the Boy Scouts as they become involved in the pivotal conflict between the American forces and the British. The scouts, who are port...

The story follows the Silver Fox Patrol, a group of Boy Scouts led by their capable leader, Jack. The patrol embarks on a thrilling adventure into the dense and rugged Maine woods, where they plan to test their scouting skills and earn new badges. The group includes several notable characters, each with distinct personalities and strengths, contributing to the dynamic of the team.As the boys navigate the wilderness, they encounter various challenges that test their knowledge, resourcefulne...

The story is set during World War I and follows the adventures of a group of Boy Scouts who travel to France to assist in the war effort. The protagonist, along with his fellow Scouts, joins a Red Cross Corps stationed near the Marne River, a critical location during the war.As the Scouts engage in various activities to support the Allied forces, they encounter danger, make new friends, and face the harsh realities of war. Their bravery and resourcefulness are tested as they undertake miss...

How is the cripple crowd coming on these days? Hello! Step Hen, any more snake bites? Hope you're not limping with that other leg, now? "I should say not, Thad. But I'm always going to believe you did a lot to keep the poison from getting into my system, when you sucked that wound." "And how about your game limb, Giraffe—was it the right, or the left you bruised so badly on the stones when you fell?" "The left one, Thad; but thank goodness it's healing up just prime, now. That magic salve ...

Tara—tara! Loud and clear sounded the notes of a bugle, blown by a very stout lad, clad in a new suit of khaki; and who was one of a bunch of Boy Scouts tramping wearily along a dusty road. "Good for you, Bumpus! Can't he just make that horn talk, though?" cried one. "Sounds as sweet as the church bell at home, fellows!" declared a second. "Say, Mr. Scout-Master, does that mean a halt for grub?" a third called out. "Sure, Giraffe. Brace up old fellow. You'll have your jaws working right so...

“That’s always the way it goes!” “Why, what’s the matter with you now, Step Hen; you seem in a peck of trouble?” “Who wouldn’t be, when some fellow went and hid his hat away? Didn’t you all see me hang the same on this peg sticking out from the trunk of the pine tree, when we-all came ashore to eat lunch; because that’s what I did, as sure as anything?” “Oh! you think so, do you?” “I know it as well as I know my name. Think because I’ve got a stuffy cold in my head just like Bumpus here sa...

The Silver Fox Patrol: The central group of Boy Scouts in the story, known for their teamwork and scouting skills. The patrol is led by a capable leader and includes several enthusiastic and resourceful members.The Flood: The primary conflict in the story arises when the patrol is caught in a sudden and dangerous flood along the Susquehanna River. This natural disaster tests the scouts' abilities, courage, and resourcefulness.The Adventure: As the flood threatens their safety and disrupts ...

“Call the roll, Mr. Secretary,” said the acting scoutmaster. Of course this was a mere matter of form, because everybody knew that the entire membership of the Silver Fox Patrol, connected with the Cranford Troop of Boy Scouts, was present. But nevertheless Bob White gravely took out his little book, and made each boy answer to his name. “Thad Brewster.” “Present,” said the patrol leader, and assistant scoutmaster. “Allan Hollister.” “Here,” replied the second in command, a Maine boy, now ...

Will you do me a favor, Bumpus? "Sure I will, Giraffe; what is it you want now?" "Then tell me who that is talking to our scoutmaster, Dr. Philander Hobbs; because, you know, I've just come in after a scout ahead, and first thing saw was a stranger among the patrol boys." "Oh! You mean that thin chap who came along in his buggy a bit ago, chasing after us all the way from that town where we had a bite of lunch? Why, I understand he's the son of the telegraph operator there. You know we mad...

The sunset had brought to a close the hottest day of the season (June, 1777). With the fading of the light a cool breeze came in from Lake Champlain, sweeping across the big promontory, near the foot of which a single tent was pitched. As the wind rustled in the tree tops above the canvas shelter, its occupants arose from the rude beds of fir boughs, and sought the outer air. This act revealed their number and character—three lads, not far from eighteen years of age, whose rugged faces, br...

“Call the roll, Mr. Secretary,” said the acting scoutmaster. Of course this was a mere matter of form, because everybody knew that the entire membership of the Silver Fox Patrol, connected with the Cranford Troop of Boy Scouts, was present. But nevertheless Bob White gravely took out his little book, and made each boy answer to his name. “Thad Brewster.” “Present,” said the patrol leader, and assistant scoutmaster. “Allan Hollister.” “Here,” replied the second in command, a Maine boy, now ...