Boy Scouts with Joffre; Or, In the Trenches in Belgium

"Boy Scouts with Joffre; Or, In the Trenches in Belgium" by G. Harvey Ralphson is a fictional adventure story written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows a group of three young Boy Scouts, Jack, Jimmie, and Harry, as they navigate thrilling escapades and challenges in their quest to assist the war effort during a time of international conflict." "The opening of the story introduces readers to the boys as they ride their motorcycles toward New York City. During their ride, they encounter mechanical issues, which are soon revealed to be the result of sabotage. This sets the stage for wider adventures in which they become entangled with a dangerous criminal, known as The Rat, who is suspected of espionage and treasonous activities related to the ongoing war. Their journey unfolds with themes of camaraderie, bravery, and the spirit of adventure typical of the Boy Scouts, promising an exciting tale filled with action and intrigue." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

George Harvey Ralphson was a collective pen name used by multiple ghost writers of juvenile adventure books working for M.A. Donohue & Company in the early 20th century. According to the Los Angeles Times and the New York Times, several of the books credited to Ralphson may have been written by J. Frank Honeywell. The best-known works credited to Ralphson were the "Boy Scout" series of adventures. Several sources have erroneously reported that he was a real person.