In The Track Of The Troops

In The Track Of The Troops is a novel by R.M. Ballantyne that follows the adventures of a young Scottish boy named Dick Harbottle during the Crimean War. Dick is eager to join the army and fight for his country, but his parents are against it. Despite their objections, Dick sets off to join the army and ends up serving as a drummer boy. As he travels with the troops, Dick experiences the harsh realities of war, including battles, injuries, and death. He also makes new friends and learns valuable lessons about courage, loyalty, and perseverance. Along the way, he encounters various historical figures, including Florence Nightingale and General William Simpson.The book provides a vivid and detailed account of life during the Crimean War, including the conditions soldiers faced on the battlefield and in camp. Ballantyne’s writing style is engaging and accessible, making it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. Overall, In The Track Of The Troops is a thrilling historical adventure that offers a glimpse into a significant period in British history.When at a sufficient distance from the ship, an order was given by the officer in charge. Immediately the outrigger on the right or starboard side was run out by invisible hands to its full extent -- apparently fifteen feet beyond the bow of the launch; then the inner end of the outrigger was tilted violently into the air, so that the other end with its torpedo was thrust down ten feet below the surface of the water. This, I was told, is about the depth at which an enemy’s ship ought to be struck. The launch, still going at full speed, was now supposed to have run so close to the enemy, that the submerged torpedo was about to strike her.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.