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LoC No.: 18014505

Title: Fighting France

Note: Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Sogard, Diane Monico, and the Project
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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.)

Author: Lauzanne, Stéphane, 1874-

Translator: Williams, John Lauris Blake

EBook No.: 18483

Published: Jun 1, 2006

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- France

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 18014505

Title: Fighting France

Note: Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Sogard, Diane Monico, and the Project
Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http: //www.pgdp.net

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.)

Author: Lauzanne, Stéphane, 1874-

Translator: Williams, John Lauris Blake

EBook No.: 18483

Published: Jun 1, 2006

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- France

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.