With Cavalry in the Great War

The British Trooper in the Trench Line Through the Second Battle of Ypres

von Frederic Coleman

348 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

With Cavalry in the Great War: The British Trooper in the Trench Line Through the Second Battle of Ypres is a historical account of the experiences of British cavalrymen during World War I. Written by Frederic Coleman, a former trooper himself, the book provides a firsthand perspective on life in the trenches and the brutal realities of war. The book focuses on the Second Battle of Ypres, a major conflict that took place in Belgium in 1915. Coleman describes the chaos and confusion of the battle, as well as the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought in it. He also provides insight into the daily life of a trooper, including the challenges of living in the trenches and the camaraderie that developed between soldiers.Throughout the book, Coleman emphasizes the importance of the cavalry in World War I, even though they were often overshadowed by other branches of the military. He also highlights the role of horses in the war effort, and the bond that developed between soldiers and their mounts.With Cavalry in the Great War is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I, particularly the experiences of British soldiers. It offers a unique perspective on the war and provides a vivid picture of life on the front lines.1917. Illustrated. The author's narrative of and opinion on events of World War I. Partial Contents: General De Lisle and the 1st Cavalry Division Staff; Army Service Corps vagaries; Through the mud to the trenches; Rumors and Lord Kitchener's visit; The shortening of the Ypres Salient; and The Great German attack on May 13th.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Militärgeschichte Besondere Kriege und militärische Feldzüge Zweiter Weltkrieg
• ISBN: 9781417908936
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 16.04.2004
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC