With Methuen's Column on an Ambulance Train by Ernest Nathaniel Bennett

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Author Bennett, Ernest Nathaniel, 1865-1947
Title With Methuen's Column on an Ambulance Train
Note Reading ease score: 63.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "With Methuen's Column on an Ambulance Train" by Ernest N. Bennett is a personal memoir and historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative documents Bennett's experiences serving in an ambulance train during the Second Boer War, providing a detailed perspective on the events, settings, and the human experiences of the campaign. The book likely intertwines elements of military life, war injuries, and the challenging conditions faced on the front lines. The opening of the book sets the scene as Bennett arrives in Cape Town, striking a contrast between the picturesque view arriving by sea and the city’s less appealing aspects upon landing. He reflects on the vibrant multicultural environment of Cape Town against the backdrop of war, highlighting the hospitality of the local people amidst the turmoil of the ongoing conflict. As Bennett prepares for service on the ambulance train, he introduces readers to his fellow volunteers, their diverse backgrounds, and the urgency of the medical tasks awaiting them as they embark on their mission to care for wounded soldiers in a challenging and often chaotic environment. This opening establishes a sense of camaraderie and sets the tone for the reflections on war and humanity that follow in his narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Red Cross and Red Crescent
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Hospitals, charities, etc.
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EBook-No. 15520
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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