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Real Heroes #8 (1943)

Parents' Magazine Press · 1943 · 69 pages

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ContinueReal Heroes #9 →
Contains 12 stories
Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet
6 pp

Admiral Chester W. Nimitz rises from a Texas hotelier’s grandson to lead the U.S. Pacific Fleet during World War II, driven by a lifelong commitment to planning and precision. As he takes command in Hawaii following Pearl Harbor, his strategic mind begins shaping the Allied push across the Pacific, turning early setbacks into decisive victories.

One Man Army of the American Revolution
8 pp

In 1765, a mysterious ship leaves a young boy named Peter Francisco on the banks of the James River, where he is taken in by Judge Winston and raised among American patriots. As a teenager, Peter joins the Revolutionary Army, proving his strength and courage in battles across the colonies, earning the nickname "One Man Army" for his legendary feats, including carrying a 1,100-pound cannon and outwitting an entire British regiment through sheer cunning.

Commando Commander
5 pp

Lord Louis Mountbatten leads the elite Commandos through grueling training, emphasizing stealth, adaptability, and combat readiness in preparation for daring missions across Europe. As he pushes his men to master navigation, survival, and surprise attacks, the Commandos become a feared force in the Allied war effort.

Fighting Blood
4 pp · non-fiction; biography; war

In January 1942, a man enlists for active duty, explaining that his father served in the Philippines under General Arthur MacArthur, and his son, Lieutenant Henry Mark, now fights under General Douglas MacArthur. As the story unfolds, Lieutenant Mark leads a small force of Filipino cavalry in a desperate stand to delay Japanese tanks, using cunning and bravery to buy crucial time. The narrative reflects on how the legacy of courage—passed down through generations—continues to shape the war effort.

They'll Fly Again
8 pp · non-fiction; war

A bomber crew, lost in the jungle after a crash, must navigate treacherous terrain, find water, and survive extreme conditions while holding onto hope of rescue. With dwindling supplies and no clear path, they push forward, relying on each other and their determination to endure. Their journey leads them to a village, then a ship, and ultimately back to their mission — with the resolve to fly again.

The Man Who Wouldn't Die
5 pp

Hugh Glass, a seasoned trapper, is mauled by a grizzly bear during a hunting expedition in 1823. Left for dead by his companions, he vows to survive and crawls over a hundred miles through treacherous terrain to reach Fort Kiowa, enduring starvation, wolves, and relentless pain.

Yanks Launch Jap Carrier
4 pp · non-fiction; war

A U.S. submarine lies hidden on the muddy bottom of Tokyo Bay, patiently waiting for a Japanese aircraft carrier—still under construction—to be launched. As the crew endures dwindling supplies and growing frustration, they finally get their chance when the carrier is set to float, and they prepare to strike.

He Teaches Commandos to Get Tough
2 pp

A grizzled instructor trains a group of commandos in a unique blend of Jap jiu-jitsu and Chinese boxing, demonstrating his method by disarming a student who charges with a pistol. The story focuses on the intense, no-nonsense physical discipline he uses to prepare soldiers for the brutal realities of war.

Sailor from Nevada
4 pp

A young sailor from Nevada, Seaman Claude Becker, risks his life to rescue his shipmates from a blazing gun turret aboard the U.S. cruiser "Marblehead" during the Battle of the Java Sea. Despite overwhelming danger and near-fatal conditions, he repeatedly enters the inferno to pull trapped men to safety, then battles smoke and fire to prevent a deadly explosion, helping keep the sinking ship afloat with a makeshift bucket brigade.

Canada's All-Around Athlete
1 pp
Ghost of the Confederate Cavalry
4 pp

General J.E.B. Stuart leads a daring raid behind Union lines during the Civil War, using clever deception to outmaneuver enemy forces and secure supplies—only to face a final, fateful battle where his legendary courage meets its end. The story captures his flamboyant spirit and tactical brilliance, weaving real history with the mythic aura that earned him the nickname "the Ghost of the Confederate Cavalry."

Escape!
8 pp · non-fiction

Emile, a Belgian patriot hunted by the Gestapo, undertakes a perilous journey across occupied Europe to escape to England, aided by forged passports and the help of fellow refugees. With courage and cunning, he and his companion Robert evade capture, cross the Pyrenees, and finally reach a hidden dory on the Zeebrugge coast, braving Nazi patrols and the open sea in a desperate bid for freedom.

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