His Last Bow - The War Service of Sherlock Holmes

His Last Bow: The War Service of Sherlock Holmes is a short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in September 1917. Set against the backdrop of the First World War, it features Sherlock Holmes in a rare spy narrative, moving away from the traditional detective format. The plot centers on the German agent Von Bork, who prepares to leave England with crucial British intelligence, while anxiously awaiting an important meeting with his informant. Recognized for its patriotic themes, the story serves as a morale booster for British readers during wartime.