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LoC No.: 25006306

Title: Barracks, Bivouacs and Battles

Note: Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "Barracks, Bivouacs and Battles" by Archibald Forbes is a collection of historical accounts written in the late 19th century. The work recounts riveting tales of military life, focusing largely on the experiences of soldiers during significant conflicts, particularly in India. Through vivid storytelling, Forbes aims to capture the camaraderie, hardships, and valor displayed in the barracks and on the battlefield. The opening of the book introduces the character Mick Sullivan, a private soldier in the 30th Light Dragoons, who reflects on his life and aspirations amidst the rigors of military discipline. Despite his humble beginnings and lack of formal education, Mick's brave heart and humorous spirit shine through as he navigates military challenges, including his desire to marry without permission from his superiors. His love story unfolds against the backdrop of historical military engagements, illuminating both the personal and collective struggles of soldiers during this tumultuous era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Forbes, Archibald, 1838-1900

EBook No.: 48566

Published: Mar 23, 2015

Downloads: 49

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain. Army -- Military life

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 25006306

Title: Barracks, Bivouacs and Battles

Note: Reading ease score: 61.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Brian Coe, Charlie Howard, and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Barracks, Bivouacs and Battles" by Archibald Forbes is a collection of historical accounts written in the late 19th century. The work recounts riveting tales of military life, focusing largely on the experiences of soldiers during significant conflicts, particularly in India. Through vivid storytelling, Forbes aims to capture the camaraderie, hardships, and valor displayed in the barracks and on the battlefield. The opening of the book introduces the character Mick Sullivan, a private soldier in the 30th Light Dragoons, who reflects on his life and aspirations amidst the rigors of military discipline. Despite his humble beginnings and lack of formal education, Mick's brave heart and humorous spirit shine through as he navigates military challenges, including his desire to marry without permission from his superiors. His love story unfolds against the backdrop of historical military engagements, illuminating both the personal and collective struggles of soldiers during this tumultuous era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Forbes, Archibald, 1838-1900

EBook No.: 48566

Published: Mar 23, 2015

Downloads: 49

Language: English

Subject: Great Britain. Army -- Military life

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.