World's War Events Volume 3 by Francis J. Reynolds and Allen L. Churchill
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| Editor | Reynolds, Francis J. (Francis Joseph), 1867-1937 |
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| Editor | Churchill, Allen L. (Allen Leon), 1873- |
| Title |
World's War Events Volume 3 Beginning with the departure of the first American destroyers for service abroad in April, 1917, and closing with the treaties of peace in 1919. |
| Series Title |
World's War Events Recorded by Statesmen, Commanders, Historians and by Men Who Fought or Saw the Great Campaigns |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "World's War Events Volume 3" by Francis J. Reynolds and Allen L. Churchill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume provides a detailed chronicle of key moments from World War I, starting with the departure of American destroyers in 1917 and concluding with the treaties of peace in 1919. The book captures the thoughts, emotions, and experiences of various individuals involved in the war, showcasing their perspectives on both the battles and daily life during this tumultuous period. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to an American officer aboard a destroyer, reflecting on the declaration of war and the routine of life on board. The officer expresses a mixture of equanimity and a desire for action, indicating his readiness to face the challenges ahead. Throughout this opening, he reveals his thoughts on duty, personal sacrifice, and the camaraderie among his crew as they prepare for service in the war. The text sets a tone that balances the gravity of military responsibility with personal introspection, effectively drawing readers into the complexities of life as a naval officer during World War I. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16513 |
| Release Date | Aug 12, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 145 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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