Scars And Stripes (1917)

Scars and Stripes is a novel written by Porter Emerson Browne and first published in 1917. The story is set during World War I and follows the life of a young American soldier named John Strickland. Strickland is sent to France to fight in the war and is soon captured by the Germans. He is taken to a prisoner of war camp where he meets a group of other American soldiers who are also being held captive. As the story progresses, Strickland and his fellow prisoners plot their escape from the camp. They face numerous challenges and obstacles along the way, including betrayal from one of their own. Eventually, they are able to escape and make their way back to American lines.The novel explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the bonds that are formed between soldiers during times of war. It also highlights the harsh realities of war, including the physical and emotional scars that soldiers often carry with them long after the fighting has ended.Overall, Scars and Stripes is a gripping and emotional novel that provides a vivid portrayal of the experiences of American soldiers during World War I. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the war or the experiences of soldiers in combat.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.