For The Honor Of France by Thomas A. Janvier
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| Author | Janvier, Thomas A. (Thomas Allibone), 1849-1913 |
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| Title |
For The Honor Of France
1891 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "For The Honor Of France" by Thomas A. Janvier is a historical short story written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the experiences of a brave French soldier during the Crimean War and explores themes of valor and sacrifice. The story unfolds through the lens of an old veteran recounting his wartime exploits, shedding light on the camaraderie and challenges faced by soldiers. The plot revolves around Private Labonne, who finds himself in a critical situation while on picket duty in the Carenage Ravine. When he sees Russian forces preparing to attack, he makes a split-second decision to spike the enemy's guns to protect his regiment. Despite facing overwhelming odds and nearly being killed, his bravery earns him the recognition of the Emperor, who promotes him to the rank of Major and awards him a cross for his valor. The story not only highlights Labonne's fearless actions but also emphasizes the honor associated with serving one’s country, creating a poignant reflection on the costs of war and the heroic spirit of soldiers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23805 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 47 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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