The History of the 2/6th (Rifle) Battalion "the King's" (Liverpool Regiment) 1914-1919 - Couverture souple

C. E. Wurtzburg

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9365979919 ISBN 13 : 9789365979916

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2024

Synopsis

This detailed history chronicles the experiences of the 2/6th (Rifle) Battalion of the King's Liverpool Regiment during World War I. From its formation in 1914 as part of the Territorial Army, the battalion was initially tasked with home defense before transitioning to active service in France and Belgium. Wurtzburg captures the battalion’s rigorous training, the camaraderie among soldiers, and their eventual baptism of fire on the Western Front. The narrative delves into the battalion’s key engagements, including their role in trench warfare, major offensives, and the challenges of maintaining morale under relentless enemy fire. The book vividly describes the soldiers’ perseverance through harsh conditions, logistical difficulties, and heavy casualties, reflecting the broader struggles faced by the British Army during the war.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9365979919
• ISBN 13: 9789365979916
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 210
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• Personne responsable: non disponible