The Daredevil of the Army (Classic Reprint): Experiences as a "Buzzer" And Despatch Rider - Couverture souple

A. P. Corcoran

9781331049753: The Daredevil of the Army (Classic Reprint): Experiences as a "Buzzer" And Despatch Rider

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ISBN 10 : 133104975X ISBN 13 : 9781331049753

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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The Daredevil of the Army: Experiences as a Buzzer and Despatch Rider

A frontline memoir that follows the daring work of motorcycle despatch riders, the vital “nerves” of the modern army. Set against the early battles of World War I, this account blends high-speed travel with the grit of trench warfare, showing how messages kept the army moving when everything else faltered.

What you’ll read about in this edition:
- The daily dangers and strict discipline of sending critical orders across battle lines.
- The camaraderie and challenges faced by riders, from crowded quays to the trenches.
- Real-life episodes of courage, misfortune, and the human cost of war, from the road to the casualty clearing station.
- The evolution of tactics and technology that kept communications alive amid shellfire and chaos.

Experience the stories of bold riders, the risks they faced, and how the nerve of the army depended on quick thinking, resilience, and bold, often reckless, rides into danger. Ideal for readers who want a vivid, first-hand glimpse of wartime logistics and heroism on the move.

Ideal for readers of frontline memoirs and historical battles, who seek a candid view of mobilization, signal corps life, and the personal cost of war.

- 3–4 vivid episodes of fast-paced despatch riding and battlefield improvisation
- Behind-the-scenes look at how messages traveled under fire
- Reflections on courage, fear, and the human side of wartime duty

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 133104975X
ISBN 13: 9781331049753
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 224
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The Daredevil of the Army: Experiences as a "Buzzer" And Despatch Rider

A. P. Corcoran

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 133104975X ISBN 13 : 9781331049753

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This gripping account chronicles the experiences of a civilian volunteer who joined the Motor Cycle Despatch Corps during the early days of World War I. As part of the British Army's Signal Section, the author played a crucial role in maintaining communication between different regiments, often under perilous conditions. The book transports readers back to the muddy trenches and bloody battlefields of the Great War, offering a vivid portrayal of the daily lives, personal struggles, and camaraderie of these brave soldiers. Through a series of engaging anecdotes and historical insights, the author conveys the intensity, chaos, and challenges faced by those on the front lines. This book provides an invaluable historical record and a profound appreciation for the sacrifices made by individuals during one of the most significant conflicts in human history. 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 9781331049753_0

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