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Title: A Soldier's Experience; or, A Voice from the Ranks
Showing the Cost of War in Blood and Treasure. A Personal Narrative of the Crimean Campaign, from the Standpoint of the Ranks; the Indian Mutiny, and Some of its Atrocities; the Afghan Campaigns of 1863

Note: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "A Soldier's Experience; or, A Voice from the Ranks" by T. Gowing is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents a personal narrative of the Crimean War, the Indian Mutiny, and the Afghan campaigns from the perspective of a soldier, T. Gowing, who served in the Royal Fusiliers. The work aims to provide insight into the realities of war, illustrating the sacrifices made by soldiers and the costs of these conflicts in both blood and treasure. The opening of this narrative sets the stage for Gowing's experiences as he reflects on his early life and enlistment into the military. He recounts his motivations for joining the Royal Fusiliers amidst the excitement of impending war, describing the fervor of the British public as troops prepare to embark for the East. Gowing shares vivid recollections of his voyage, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the initial encounters with the harsh conditions of military life, including disease and the relentless march toward conflict. These foundational experiences establish a personal lens through which Gowing will detail the brutal reality of battle, his encounters in fierce fighting, and the enduring legacy of his fallen comrades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gowing, T. (Timothy), 1834-1908

EBook No.: 46989

Published: Sep 28, 2014

Downloads: 99

Language: English

Subject: Crimean War, 1853-1856 -- Personal narratives

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:46989:2 2014-09-28T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Gowing, T. (Timothy) en 1
2024-11-10T13:42:20Z A Soldier's Experience; or, A Voice from the Ranks

This edition has images.

Title: A Soldier's Experience; or, A Voice from the Ranks
Showing the Cost of War in Blood and Treasure. A Personal Narrative of the Crimean Campaign, from the Standpoint of the Ranks; the Indian Mutiny, and Some of its Atrocities; the Afghan Campaigns of 1863

Note: Reading ease score: 74.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "A Soldier's Experience; or, A Voice from the Ranks" by T. Gowing is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book presents a personal narrative of the Crimean War, the Indian Mutiny, and the Afghan campaigns from the perspective of a soldier, T. Gowing, who served in the Royal Fusiliers. The work aims to provide insight into the realities of war, illustrating the sacrifices made by soldiers and the costs of these conflicts in both blood and treasure. The opening of this narrative sets the stage for Gowing's experiences as he reflects on his early life and enlistment into the military. He recounts his motivations for joining the Royal Fusiliers amidst the excitement of impending war, describing the fervor of the British public as troops prepare to embark for the East. Gowing shares vivid recollections of his voyage, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the initial encounters with the harsh conditions of military life, including disease and the relentless march toward conflict. These foundational experiences establish a personal lens through which Gowing will detail the brutal reality of battle, his encounters in fierce fighting, and the enduring legacy of his fallen comrades. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Gowing, T. (Timothy), 1834-1908

EBook No.: 46989

Published: Sep 28, 2014

Downloads: 99

Language: English

Subject: Crimean War, 1853-1856 -- Personal narratives

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:46989:3 2014-09-28T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Gowing, T. (Timothy) en 1