Dave Dawson with the Commandos

“Dave Dawson with the Commandos” by Robert Sidney Bowen is a fictional novel written in the early 1940s. This entry in the Dave Dawson series follows the adventures of Dave Dawson and his friend, Freddy Farmer, both airmen who undergo Commando training during World War II. The story revolves around their preparations and subsequent orders relating to a high-stakes military operation, setting the stage for exciting aerial encounters and ground missions as they engage with enemy forces. The opening of the narrative introduces Dave and Freddy in a New York hotel, where they are awaiting orders after completing their Commando training. Their light banter reveals their camaraderie, but it quickly transforms into tension as they sense they are being watched by suspicious individuals in the dining room, indicating the backdrop of intrigue and danger they are about to face. Just as they begin to speculate about their uncertain future, they receive a mysterious envelope containing instructions that lead them into immediate action, hinting at the thrilling and perilous adventures that lie ahead. The scene perfectly balances humor with suspense, suggesting that their new mission will tests their skills, resolve, and friendship in the chaos of war.