"Pen Pictures of British Battles" by Various is a collection of historical s and analyses of significant battles involving British forces, compiled during the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. This book includes contributions from notable authors such as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and John Buchan, and it aims to provide readers with a vivid depiction of the heroism and struggles faced during these pivotal moments in military history. The content of the book offers firsthand s and narratives that detail various battles, including the Battle of the Marne and the Charge at Loos. Each chapter presents a unique perspective on the events, highlighting both military strategy and the emotional experiences of soldiers. The battles are portrayed not just as mere military engagements but as dramatic human experiences, filled with valor, sacrifice, and the gruesome realities of warfare. From naval victories at the Falkland Islands to harrowing land assaults, the collection captures the complexity of war and aims to inspire confidence in the enduring spirit of British soldiers amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents
The victory of the Falkland islands, by R. Wilson -- The battle of the Marne, by Sir A.C. Doyle -- A glimpse of Canada in Flanders, by Lord Beaverbrook -- The second battle of Ypres, by J. Buchan -- The battle of Jutland Bank, by H.W. Wilson -- The charge at Loos of the London Irish -- The landing at V beach, near Sedd-el-Bahr, by J. Masefield -- The Coldstream Guards at the battle of the Somme, by P. Gibbs -- The moonlight battle for Baghdad, by E. Candler -- The battle of Arras, by P. Gibbs -- Warfare under water, by R. Kipling.
Credits
Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
