Fighting France by Stéphane Lauzanne
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| Author | Lauzanne, Stéphane, 1874- |
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| Translator | Williams, John Lauris Blake |
| LoC No. | 18014505 |
| Title | Fighting France |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Fighting France" by Stéphane Lauzanne is a historical account written during the late 19th century to early 20th century, specifically contextualized within the backdrop of World War I. The book recounts the experiences of the author, a lieutenant in the French Army, as he describes the mobilization for war and the early battles against Germany, including personal observations and reflections on the broader implications of the conflict for France and civilization as a whole. At the start of "Fighting France," Lauzanne vividly depicts the atmosphere of Paris on the eve of World War I, a time marked by an impending sense of conflict as the German Ambassador presents a declaration of war. He captures the calmness amidst chaos as mobilization orders are issued, and soldiers prepare to embark on their military duty. These early scenes illustrate the resolute spirit and sense of duty among the French populace, as well as the profound impact of the war on the nation. Lauzanne’s dedication to his comrades and reflections on the broader societal implications of war set the tone for a heartfelt exploration of courage, sacrifice, and the moral imperative to resist barbarism. (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 -- France |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18483 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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