Over the Canadian Battlefields (Classic Reprint): Notes of a Little Journey in France, in March, 1919 - Couverture souple
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Explore the Canadian battlefields of France and Flanders through the eyes of a wartime traveler. This firsthand account invites you to connect with the places, people, and memories that shaped a nation’s story.
In these notes, a contemporary traveler moves along historic roads and ruined towns to recount sights from Ypres to Amiens and beyond. The book blends vivid field impressions with reflections on Canada’s wartime role, memory, and the idea of lasting battle shrines that could help future generations understand the cost and courage of the war.
Structured around key sites and moments, it offers a clear, accessible window into the Western Front as seen from a Canadian perspective: the human cost of destruction, the resilience of communities, and the possibilities for healing and national pride that followed the fighting.
- On-site observations of major battlefields and memorials, including shifts in landscape and the marks of war.
- Discussion of Canada’s military contributions and the broader Allied effort, with emphasis on sacrifice and moral meaning.
- Portraits of people, places, and the stories behind graves, ruins, and liberated towns.
- Considerations of how memorials, guides, and future pilgrimages could educate and inspire.
Ideal for readers interested in military history, national memory, and the Canadian experience of the Great War.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book transports readers to the heart of the First World War, offering a firsthand account of the Canadian battlefields in France. The author, having witnessed the devastation firsthand, shares vivid descriptions of the destroyed landscapes, ruined cities, and the profound silence that pervades the war-torn regions. More than just a chronicle of destruction, the book delves into the human stories behind the conflict, exploring the sacrifices made by Canadian soldiers and the resilience of those who survived. The author also examines the unique challenges faced by civilian armies, revealing how ordinary men and women from diverse backgrounds rose to the occasion to defend their nation. Through poignant reflections and stirring descriptions, the book illuminates the enduring legacy of the Great War and its impact on the Canadian identity. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781331177371_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331177371
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