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Synopsis
Discover how the One Hundred Thirty-ninth Infantry united two state regiments and fought through the Argonne.
From the merging of the 4th Missouri and 3rd Kansas Infantry to the front lines in France, this book traces the formation, training, and long service of a unit shaped by shared pride and battlefield duty. It offers a clear narrative of how a diverse group of Kansans and Missourians became a single fighting force, tested by movement, logistics, and combat in World War I. The story blends organizational history with the daily realities of soldiers, including rosters, movements, and the grit of frontline duty.
What you’ll experience
- A grounded account of how two National Guard regiments were united to form the 139th Infantry.
- Chapter-by-chapter details of mobilization, training, and transport to Europe.
- Insights into campaigns, front-line shifts, and the day-to-day life of soldiers.
- Reference-style sections that document rosters, movements, and unit notes.
Ideal for readers of military history and World War I enthusiasts seeking a clear, documentary-style account of a storied infantry regiment.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
When the History Committee of the 139th Infantry put the production of this book into the hands of the Guard Pubhshing Company early in September, 1919, that company arranged with me to write it. -M any difficuhies have arisen in the collection of data, principally through my inability to obtain the regimental records. Officers and men of the regiment have resumed their civilian pursuits and some of them have wandered far afield since they were discharged from the army, so far indeed that letters and telegrams are unanswered. The Regimental History, which would have been of great assistance, has not been found. Such officers and men as I have been able to get in touch with have been most kind and helpful, and whatever value the book has is due to them. I am fully aware that the narrative given here does not do justice to the fine regiment with which it deals, but no book could do that. The great bravery of these men, the grim persistence, the fortitude in the face of great odds, have made for them a fame which should live forever. My poor words cannot add to their glory. All I can hope to do is briefly to tell their story and off er a book which will preserve the pictures of these gallant men in the uniforms they wore with so much honor on the fields ofF
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About the Publisher
Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
Présentation de l'éditeur
This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the extraordinary story of the 139th Infantry Regiment during World War I. The author offers a vivid account of the regiment's formation from two National Guard units, one from Missouri and one from Kansas, their training in the United States, and their deployment to France. The narrative captures the transformation of these men from civilian volunteers into seasoned soldiers, culminating in their pivotal role in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, one of the most brutal battles of the war. The author weaves individual stories of heroism, sacrifice, and loss within the larger context of the regiment's campaigns, offering a powerful glimpse into the human cost of war. The book highlights the resilience of the soldiers in the face of overwhelming odds, their unwavering determination to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and the bonds of brotherhood forged in the crucible of combat. Through gripping descriptions of battles and poignant details of individual lives, the book reveals the enduring significance of courage, camaraderie, and the unyielding spirit of those who fought in the Great War. 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 9781331563884_0
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