Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War by Buchan and Newbolt

Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War

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Title: Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War

Note: Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: The causes of the war -- A bird's-eye view of the war -- The turn at the Marne -- The Worcesters at the First Battle of Ypres -- The Canadians at the Second Battle of Ypres -- The taking of Loos -- Delville Wood -- The Third Battle of Ypres -- The tanks at Cambrai -- The South Africans at Marrières Wood -- The Battle of the Lys -- The Second Battle of the Marne -- The beginning of the end -- The Australians at Mont St. Quentin -- The last battle -- The landing at Gallipoli -- The departure from Gallipoli -- The capture of Jerusalem -- Allenby's great drive -- The silent service -- Coronel -- The Falklands -- Mystery ships -- Jutland -- The British submarine service -- The Mercantile Marine and the Fishing Fleets -- Zeebrugge -- Behind the lines and at home -- The last day -- Looking backward.

Credits: Produced by Al Haines

Summary: "Days to Remember: The British Empire in the Great War" by John Buchan and Henry Newbolt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides an overview of the events and significant battles of World War I, particularly focusing on the experiences and contributions of the British Empire, including forces from Canada, Australia, and other Commonwealth nations. The narrative centers around the complex causes of the war, its key battles, and the collective effort of the British and their allies. The opening of the book introduces the multiple causes that led to the outbreak of World War I. It discusses the rising tensions in Europe, particularly Germany's ambitions and the alliances formed among the other powers. The narrative details the assassination of Archduke Francis Ferdinand, which acted as a catalyst for the conflict, and subsequently outlines Britain’s difficult position as it moved from neutrality to involvement due to Germany’s invasion of Belgium. The first chapter sets the stage for a discussion of pivotal moments in the war by describing the initial strategies and responses of the major players, preparing readers for a deeper dive into the battles the British Empire would face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Creator: Buchan, John, 1875-1940

Creator: Newbolt, Henry John, Sir, 1862-1938

EBook No.: 49540

Published: Jul 28, 2015

Downloads: 117

Language: English

Subject: World War, 1914-1918

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

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.