The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Cass, De Lysle F. (De Lysle Ferrée) (1887–1973).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell" by De Lysle F. Cass is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows two young aviators, Alan Hope and Ned Napier, as they embark on a daring mission to rescue their friend Bob Russell, who has been imprisoned in Europe during World War I and is at risk of being executed as a spy. Their journey is marked by thrilling aerial escapades, confrontations with enemy forces, and the challenges of navigating through war-torn landscapes. At the start of the novel, Alan and Ned discover alarming news about their friend Bob's dire situation through a newspaper article, which propels them into action. They devise a plan to fly their advanced airship, the Ocean Flyer, to Belgium where Bob is held captive. The opening chapters set the stage for their decision-making process, showcasing their determination and bravery as they gather supplies and enlist their reporting friend, Buck Stewart, to accompany them. The urgency and suspense of their mission immediately hook the reader, promising a tale filled with action, camaraderie, and the spirit of adventure amidst the backdrop of war.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Airship Boys in the Great War; or, The Rescue of Bob Russell
- Author credits: Cass, De Lysle F. (De Lysle Ferrée) (1887–1973)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction
- World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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