07 - Sergeant York and His People by Sam K. Cowan

From a humble cabin nestled in the Tennessee mountains, a young man set off to fight in World War I. Untutored in the ways of the world, he faced the enemy courageously in the Argonne Forest, where he single-handedly took on a battalion of German machine gunners. Rather than fleeing, he hid among the bushes and compelled them to surrender, ultimately leading 132 prisoners back into the American lines. Described by Marshal Foch as the greatest feat accomplished by any private soldier of all the armies of Europe, this tale goes beyond mere warfare; it chronicles the journey of a man shaped by the rich legacy of his ancestors—cane-cutters and Indian fighters. Their lives were filled with adventure, strong passions, and simple joys, instilling in him a profound sense of American manhood. Since his return from the mountains, he has achieved three remarkable feats, any one of which would set him apart. This is not just a war story; it’s an inspiring narrative about the making of a remarkable man. (Summary by Sam Cowan)