| Author |
Doyle, Arthur Conan, 1859-1930 |
| Title |
The British Campaign in France and Flanders—July to November, 1918
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"The British Campaign in France and Flanders—July to November, 1918" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the events of the final months of World War I, focusing on the British military actions during this critical period in France and Flanders. Doyle provides a detailed narrative of battles, strategies, and military movements, shedding light on the determination and valor of British troops during the war's concluding stages. At the start of the book, the author establishes the dire situation for the Allies as of mid-1918, with German forces appearing to be in the ascendant. He details significant military engagements, including the German attack of July 16 and the subsequent French counter-attack on July 18, marking a crucial turning point in the war. The opening portion emphasizes the complex dynamics of coalition warfare, highlighting the contributions of various Allied forces, including British, French, and American troops, as they combat a formidable German army. Arthur Conan Doyle sets the stage for the narrative by illustrating the challenges and triumphs that shaped the final months of the conflict, as the tide began to turn against the Germans. (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 -- Campaigns -- Western Front
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65047 |
| Release Date |
Apr 9, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 10, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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