The cheering burst forth again, but died away as Jack pushed Frank forward.

Frank made a brave effort and finally managed to say a few words.  He grew more at ease as he went along and his audience listened intently.  He spoke for perhaps five minutes, then concluded: 

“And now, fellows, I want you all to step up and shake hands with my friend—­also my commander—­Captain Jack Templeton.  He’s an Englishman, but a pretty good fellow at that—­and he’s no older than any of us.”

There was another cheer and the boys gathered around to shake Jack’s hand and get acquainted with him.  And after they had talked and talked and feasted their eyes on the British uniforms to their hearts’ content they went away.  Then Jack and Frank went in to breakfast, where Dr. Chadwick was awaiting them at the table.

A few words more and the history of The Boy Allies on the Sea is complete.

Jack remained with Frank for several weeks, then returned to England upon receipt of a message from Lord Hastings announcing that he had found a place for the lad in the diplomatic service.  The story of Jack’s struggles in his chosen profession would make interesting reading, perhaps, but it is in no wise connected with the great war.  Suffice it to say that he is rapidly rising to fame and fortune and that in years to come, in all probability, he will hold one of the most important posts in the British government.

Frank, for his part, remained in his home town, where he took up the study of law.  He proved an apt student and soon showed signs of talent that undoubtedly will make him famous.

So here we shall take our leave of Jack Templeton and Frank Chadwick, knowing that, in years to come, they will meet again, both famous then, and that through all the years their friendship shall survive, and grow stronger than it was in the days when they fought side by side for the freedom of the world.

THE END