Italy's War for a Desert (Classic Reprint): Being Some Experiences of a War-Correspondent With the Italians in Tripoli - Couverture souple

Francis McCullagh

9781330939772: Italy's War for a Desert (Classic Reprint): Being Some Experiences of a War-Correspondent With the Italians in Tripoli

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Eye-opening, frontline reflections from Tripoli’s war years This firsthand account follows Italian forces from bombardment to occupation, offering vivid scenes, practical details, and human stories from the desert front.

In these pages, readers are pulled into the day-to-day realities of war, from crowded harbors and improvised trenches to the worries of civilians and the chaos behind the lines. The narrator’s close proximity to events provides a steady, grounded view of leadership, morale, and the everyday decisions that shaped a turbulent campaign.

On-the-ground perspectives from a war correspondent embedded with Italian troops

Account of the bombardment, occupation, and the desert campaign’s key moments

Observations on leadership, discipline, and the human impact of war

Histories, rumors, and the atmosphere of Tripoli during a critical period

Ideal for readers who want a vivid, on-the-ground look at the North African theater of World War I-era conflict, and for those interested in war reporting, colonial campaigns, and 20th-century military history.

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Tripoli even as a gift Dr. Viacher Frenchman who sank well 240 feet without finding water Railways and schools for Tripoli :nothing for Sicily Socialists make capital out of this Italian poverty Delusion of Italian emigration to Tripoli Same delusions entertained when Italians took Eritrea and Benadir Importance of Tripolitania to Turkey Sole point of contact with African Mohammedans .... Page 37 PART II THE BOMBARDMENT AND OCCUPATION CHAPTER I THE BOMBABDMENT Forts cannot respond Delirious enthusiasm of Italians Only four artillerists in each battery The soldierly letters of Enver Bey ......... 47 CHAPTER II IN TRIPOLI TOWN The Hotel Minerva at Tripoli Excitement of Consuls Italians make no provision to save Christian population Consuls rely on Turks Turkey gains from moral point of view The Ottomans are at length civilised ... 57 CHAPTER III THE RETURN OF THE ROMANS Roman remains strewn all over Tripolitania Corinthian columns for camels to scratch themselves against Arch of Triumph as a cinematograph show ..... 65 CHAPTER IV THE LANDING OF THE BEBSAGLIEBI The landing of the troops Harbour crowded with shipping Sunken Turkish vessels Illumination at night Ignorance of sanitary precautions Over-ripe melons and bad beer Unsuitable dress for soldiers The sword of the Prophet and of I slam ....... .69 CHAPTER VTHE CONQUERED TURK Old Turks left behind Scurvily treated by victors Mixture of races in street The hardy and desperate Touaregs The eye of a wild beast watching its prey ,.
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Italy's War for a Desert (Classic Reprint)

Francis McCullagh

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a searing indictment of the Italian invasion of Tripoli in 1912, challenging the prevailing narrative of a noble liberation and exposing the brutal realities of colonial conquest. The author, a war correspondent who witnessed the conflict firsthand, unveils the jingoistic fervor that gripped Italy, fueled by a rising tide of nationalism and a hunger for empire. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world order, the book delves into the complex interplay of political ambitions, economic interests, and media manipulation that paved the way for the war. It meticulously documents the Italian army's unpreparedness, tactical blunders, and the horrific massacres of innocent civilians, shattering the illusion of a swift and righteous victory. Through vivid descriptions of battlefield horrors, the desperation of soldiers, and the suffering of the local population, this book raises profound questions about the true cost of imperial ambition and the ethical responsibilities of nations in the pursuit of power. Ultimately, it serves as a powerful reminder that history is often written by the victors, and that the pursuit of truth demands a critical examination of official narratives and a willingness to confront uncomfortable realities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330939772_0

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