Harper's Round Table, March 24, 1896

"Harper's Round Table, March 24, 1896" by Various is a periodical publication containing a variety of stories, articles, and illustrations written during the late 19th century. The opening portion highlights the imaginative tale of "The Battle of Easter Monday," written by W. G. Van Tassel Sutphen, where young characters Fred March and Jack Howard devise a plan to form a bicycle corps to assist their local national guard in a mock battle. The narrative showcases their enthusiasm for military strategy and their hopes to demonstrate the bicycle's utility in warfare. At the start of the story, Fred March shares his innovative idea to organize his peers into a bicycle corps to participate in an upcoming sham fight. As they present their proposal to Colonel Howard, he becomes intrigued by the suggestions and agrees to implement them. Following the plans, the boys prepare for the military exercise, excited to see how their strategy unfolds in the context of the battle, which involves tactical maneuvers and engagements reminiscent of real military operations but set within a spirited mock environment. The focus on youthful adventure and the innovative spirit of the boys lends a sense of nostalgia and excitement, appealing to readers of all ages. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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