Discover Under Dewey at Manila; or, The War Fortunes of a Castaway by Edward Stratemeyer, an exciting historical adventure novel set during the Spanish-American War. First published in 1898 as the first volume of the Old Glory Series, this classic juvenile fiction combines adventure, naval history, and patriotic storytelling. The story follows young Larry Russell, whose adventures lead him from hardship and survival as a castaway to service aboard the flagship USS Olympia under Commodore George Dewey during the famous Battle of Manila Bay. Through action-packed events, the novel introduces young readers to naval life, courage, loyalty, and the historical events surrounding the American campaign in the Philippines. Edward Stratemeyer was a prolific American author and publisher best known for creating popular juvenile adventure series. This volume reflects his talent for combining historical events with thrilling fictional narratives designed for young readers. This carefully formatted Public Domain edition preserves the complete original text, making it an excellent addition to collections of classic children's literature, historical adventure fiction, naval history, and American war stories.