Through Palestine with the Twentieth Machine Gun Squadron by Unknown
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| Author | Unknown |
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| Title | Through Palestine with the Twentieth Machine Gun Squadron |
| Alternate Title | Through Palestine with the 20th Machine Gun Squadron |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Through Palestine with the Twentieth Machine Gun Squadron" by Unknown is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text recounts the experiences of the 20th Machine Gun Squadron during World War I, focusing on their formation and operations in Palestine as part of the Egyptian Expeditionary Force. It provides a detailed narrative of military life, the challenges faced in combat, and the interactions with the local terrain and people, capturing both the bravery and hardships of the soldiers involved. The opening of the account sets the stage for the formation of the squadron in July 1917, detailing their initial struggles with health and training as they prepare to embark on a significant trek through the desert. The narrative highlights the difficulties they faced, including the harsh environment, lack of qualified gunners, and the need for rigorous organization. Additionally, it outlines the early days of their military operations, including the logistical challenges of transporting supplies and the emerging camaraderie among squadron members. This portion of the book serves to establish a sense of the historical context and the personal experiences 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. Machine Gun Squadron, 20th -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17109 |
| Release Date | Nov 19, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 206 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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