Transcriber's Notes
- Punctuation has been normalized to contemporary standards.
- Rolling r's are indicated by repeating the letter, for example from page 140 in the line:
"We're herre because we're herre," he said, in a perfect riot of rolling R's.
About This Book
The narrative follows a young American scout and his companions as they evade capture and undertake a series of episodic adventures in occupied Alsace. After escaping a prison camp they hide in a vineyard's wine vat, improvise camouflage, and travel through contested countryside while observing military activity, aiding allies, and confronting hazards. Episodes emphasize practical resourcefulness, scouting techniques, and the comradeship among youth facing wartime dangers. The book unfolds as a sequence of perilous missions, narrow escapes, and inventive problem-solving that highlight courage, loyalty, and the moral challenges of acting under occupation.