Three Boy Scouts in Africa

von Robert Dick Douglas, Douglas L Oliver, David R Martin

218 Seiten, Taschenbuch

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"Three Boy Scouts in Africa" is a captivating first-hand account of an extraordinary adventure undertaken by three young Americans in the late 1920s. Selected from thousands of candidates across the United States, Robert Dick Douglas, Jr., David R. Martin, Jr., and Douglas L. Oliver journeyed to the heart of British East Africa to join renowned explorers Martin and Osa Johnson on a photographic safari.This narrative chronicles their immersive experiences in the wild, offering readers a unique glimpse into the landscapes and wildlife of the African continent as seen through the eyes of youth. From encounters with lions and elephants to the challenges of navigating the bush, the book captures the spirit of the Boy Scouts of America's ideals-resourcefulness, bravery, and a keen interest in the natural world. Rich with observations of local cultures and the realities of early 20th-century exploration, "Three Boy Scouts in Africa" remains a significant historical document of travel literature and a testament to the timeless appeal of adventure and discovery.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• ISBN: 9781026040287
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC