Submarine Boys and the Middies

Submarine Boys and the Middies, written by Frank Gee Patchin, follows the adventures of Jack, Hal, and Eph as they assist in training midshipmen at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. The story revolves around their efforts to showcase the capabilities of submarines, particularly in persuading the Navy to purchase a second submarine, the Farnum. Published in the early 20th century, this novel is notable for its depiction of naval training and submarine technology during that era.