A novel of four college friends called to the war on the Western Front in 1917. In this historical setting, author Sidney Little provides an epic view of history as America enters the First World War.
This is the human story of the men and cannons of the 149th Field Artillery and the horsepower used to move the wagons, caissons, and guns into position to fire upon the enemy.
Though the characters are fictitious all of the battles are based on actual events. The action follows the Rainbow (42nd) Division from its inception in the States and its progress from New York to the battlefields of France. The story recounts the important battles they fought from the Champagne to the Ourcq River, to St. Thierry, to St. Mihiel, to the Meuse-Argonne, and finally to the armistice of 1918.
This story also includes the introduction of the airplane as an instrument of war following the action of the Kicking Mule (95th Aero) Squadron.
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Softcover. Etat : Fine. Leichte Gebrauchsspuren. The story follows four young men as they navigate the realities of war in France during World War One, detailing their training, trials, and emotional responses. Each character represents a diverse range of individuals involved in the conflict, exploring their feelings, fears, loves, and friendships. The narrative highlights the unprecedented role of aviation and submarines in combat, marking a significant shift in warfare. Set against the backdrop of a stalemate in 1917, the war is characterized by extensive trench networks from the North Sea to Switzerland, symbolizing the deadlock that defined much of the conflict. The devastating firepower of modern artillery and machine guns resulted in enormous casualties, with America's entry into the war ultimately helping to break this impasse. Among the main characters are two members of the 149th Field Artillery, a pilot from the 96th Squadron, and an infantry officer with the 167th Infantry. Supporting characters include a Chicago newsman, a Stars and Stripes reporter, and a history professor who sheds light on the war's origins. The narrative captures the personal experiences of these men, their emotional struggles, and the profound impact of war, which claimed over 100,000 American lives. The story emphasizes the movement of troops and the various modes of transport involved, while also illustrating the deep personal toll of the Great War. N° de réf. du vendeur acc10b25-6877-4354-93c2-be4a06118741
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - A novel of four college friends called to the war on the Western Front in 1917. In this historical setting, author Sidney Little provides an epic view of history as America enters the First World War.This is the human story of the men and cannons of the 149th Field Artillery and the horsepower used to move the wagons, caissons, and guns into position to fire upon the enemy.Though the characters are fictitious all of the battles are based on actual events. The action follows the Rainbow (42nd) Division from its inception in the States and its progress from New York to the battlefields of France. The story recounts the important battles they fought from the Champagne to the Ourcq River, to St. Thierry, to St. Mihiel, to the Meuse-Argonne, and finally to the armistice of 1918.This story also includes the introduction of the airplane as an instrument of war following the action of the Kicking Mule (95th Aero) Squadron. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798893910605
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. One Step From Glory | America In World War One | Sidney P. Little | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2024 | CITIOFBOOKS, INC. | EAN 9798893910605 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. N° de réf. du vendeur 129017733
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