Adventures of a Soldier, Written by Himself by Edward Costello

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Author Costello, Edward, 1788-1869
Title Adventures of a Soldier, Written by Himself
Being the Memoirs of Edward Costello, K.S.F. Formerly a Non-Commissioned Officer in the Rifle Brigade, Late Captain in the British Legion, and Now One of the Wardens of the Tower of London; Comprising Narratives of the Campaigns in the Peninsula under the Duke of Wellington, and the Subsequent Civil Wars in Spain.
Note Reading ease score: 59.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Adventures of a Soldier, Written by Himself" by Edward Costello is a historical memoir likely written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the experiences of Edward Costello during his military service as a non-commissioned officer in the Rifle Brigade, detailing his life in the British Legion and his participation in various campaigns, including the Peninsular War under the Duke of Wellington. This engaging narrative provides not only a personal account of military life and battles but also insights into camaraderie, hardship, and the challenges faced by soldiers. The opening of the memoir introduces Edward Costello, discussing his background and motivations for joining the military. Born in Ireland, he felt compelled to embrace a soldier’s life, spurred on by an old veteran and a desire for adventure. As a young recruit, Costello quickly finds himself immersed in military culture, forming bonds with fellow soldiers like Wilkie and experiencing the ups and downs of military training and early deployments. His narrative sets the stage for a series of events that will take him across various battlefields, blending personal anecdotes with the historical context of the military campaigns in which he participated. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Personal narratives, British
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EBook-No. 50181
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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