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Book Description |
| Set against the backdrop of America’s 1898 conflict with Spain, The Boys of ’98 chronicles the courage, chaos, and camaraderie of young Americans thrust into war. Beginning with the dramatic explosion of the battleship USS Maine in Havana Harbor and culminating in the victories at Manila Bay and Santiago de Cuba, Kaler’s account offers a vivid portrait of patriotism, sacrifice, and the forging of character under fire. Through historic detail, personal stories, and battle-scenes, the book brings to life the young men who answered the call of duty in the Spanish-American War—and helps us understand how that moment shaped America’s role in the world. |
About Author |
| James Otis |
| James Otis Kaler (1848–1912), known by his pen name James Otis, was an American journalist, educator, and author of children’s adventure stories. Born in Winterport, Maine, he worked as a reporter before becoming the first superintendent of schools in South Portland. Kaler wrote over 150 books, including Toby Tyler; or, Ten Weeks with a Circus (1877), Mr. Stubbs’s Brother, and The Boy Spies series. His stories blended history with moral lessons on courage and honesty. He died in Portland, Maine, in 1912, reportedly from a heart attack. |
