The Story of the Munsters at Etreux, Festubert, Rue du Bois and Hulloch by Rickard
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| Author | Rickard, Jessie Louisa Moore, 1879-1963 |
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| LoC No. | 19013494 |
| Title | The Story of the Munsters at Etreux, Festubert, Rue du Bois and Hulloch |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Story of the Munsters at Etreux, Festubert, Rue du Bois and Hulloch" by Mrs. Victor Rickard is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the valiant actions of the Royal Munster Fusiliers during key battles of World War I, highlighting the bravery and sacrifice of its soldiers, particularly under the leadership of notable figures such as Major Charrier and Colonel Rickard. This tribute serves not only to document military engagements but also to commemorate the men who fought and fell during the war. The opening of the book establishes its purpose as a tribute to the Royal Munster Fusiliers, detailing their experiences during critical battles like Etreux and Festubert. The narrative portrays the emotions and sentiments of the soldiers as they embark on their military journey from Ireland to the battlefields of France in 1914. It sets the stage for a harrowing account of their struggles and heroism, peppered with poetic reflections on their steadfast spirit amid the challenges of warfare. The author expresses gratitude towards various individuals and institutions for their contributions to the regiment's history and acknowledges the loss and valor of those who served. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Royal Munster Fusiliers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45625 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 69 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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