| Author |
Cuttriss, G. P. |
| Illustrator |
McBeath, Neil |
| Title |
Over the Top With the Third Australian Division
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Elaine Walker, Jeannie Howse and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Over the Top With the Third Australian Division" by G. P. Cuttriss is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the experiences and emotions of the Australian soldiers during World War I, focusing on the Third Australian Division's journey to the front lines and their subsequent engagements in battle. It reflects on the camaraderie, discipline, and challenges faced by these troops amidst the backdrop of war, illuminating their spirit and resilience. The opening of the book sets the tone for a personal and candid portrayal of military life, as Cuttriss introduces the reader to the atmosphere leading up to the Division's deployment to the front lines. It describes the mixed emotions of anticipation and apprehension felt by the soldiers as they transition from training in England to the realities of war in France. Through vivid imagery and anecdotes, the author captures moments of connection with local villagers, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the lurking dangers of artillery fire, all while highlighting the unique character of the Australian soldier, who manages to find humor and humanity even in the direst circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16588 |
| Release Date |
Aug 24, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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