A Soldier's Trial: An Episode of the Canteen Crusade

A Soldier's Trial: An Episode of the Canteen Crusade, written by Charles King in 1905, is a novel set in the aftermath of the Spanish-American War. It follows Colonel Ray, a disillusioned officer grappling with his stagnant military career and personal life, particularly as he navigates the moral implications of a controversial canteen serving alcohol to soldiers. The narrative explores themes of duty, morality, and the impact of societal expectations within the military community, highlighted by the arrival of his niece Priscilla, who opposes alcohol consumption, and the emotional struggles of his son Sandy returning from war.