In Blue And White

In Blue And White: The Adventures And Misadventures Of Humphrey Vandyne, Trooper In Washington�������s Life Guard (1899) is a historical fiction novel written by Elbridge Streeter Brooks. The story is set during the American Revolutionary War and follows the adventures of Humphrey Vandyne, a trooper in George Washington's Life Guard.The novel begins with Humphrey's enlistment in the Continental Army and his subsequent assignment to the Life Guard, a select group of soldiers responsible for protecting General Washington. As Humphrey adjusts to military life, he becomes embroiled in a series of harrowing adventures, including a daring escape from British captivity and a perilous mission to deliver a message to General Washington.Along the way, Humphrey falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Lucy, and the two must navigate the challenges of their relationship amidst the chaos of war. As the conflict intensifies, Humphrey and Lucy find themselves drawn deeper into the struggle for independence, ultimately facing the ultimate test of their courage and loyalty.In Blue And White is a thrilling tale of adventure, romance, and heroism set against the backdrop of one of the most pivotal periods in American history. With vivid descriptions of battles, skirmishes, and other historical events, Brooks brings the Revolutionary War to life, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and emotions of the era.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.