La Belgique héroïque et martyre by Various

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Author Various
Title La Belgique héroïque et martyre
Note Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Avant-propos / Armand Dayor -- Pour la Belgique / Maurice Maeterlinck -- Parmi les cendres / Émile Verhaeren -- Liége / Maurice Wilmotte -- Villes et villages sacagés par les vandales: Dinant, Malines, Termonde / L. Dumont-Wilden -- Le crime de Louvain / P. Delannoy -- Ypres / Paul Lambotte -- Nieuport, Furnes, Dixmude / Pierre Nothomb -- Lampernisse / Jean de Mot -- Les criminels au pilori.
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Summary "La Belgique héroïque et martyre" by Various is a historical account that focuses on the impact of World War I on Belgium, likely written in the early 20th century. This compilation gathers reflections and artistic representations of the devastation experienced by the Belgian people and their cultural heritage during the German invasion. The work serves as a tribute to the resilience and sacrifices made by the Belgians in the face of overwhelming adversity. At the start of the text, the author establishes a solemn tone, highlighting the noble stand of King Albert I and the Belgian army against the German forces, emphasizing their commitment to honor and dignity even amid dire consequences. The opening sections feature poignant prefaces by prominent figures such as Maurice Maeterlinck, who reflect on the cruel suffering inflicted upon the nation, and capture the destruction of towns, monuments, and artworks. The narrative paints Belgium not only as a battlefield but as a cultural loss that resonates with the pain of a nation mourning its heroes and heritage, illustrating the broader implications of war on artistic and historical achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Destruction and pillage -- Belgium
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Belgium
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EBook-No. 46350
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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