Kitchener's Mob

The Adventures Of An American In The British Arm (1916)

von James Norman Hall

220 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Kitchener's Mob: The Adventures of an American in the British Army is a non-fiction book written by James Norman Hall and published in 1916. The book chronicles Hall's experiences as an American volunteer in the British Army during World War I, specifically as a member of Lord Kitchener's army. The book begins with Hall's decision to enlist in the British Army and his journey to England. From there, he describes his training and the camaraderie he develops with his fellow soldiers, many of whom are also volunteers from other countries. The book then follows Hall and his unit as they are deployed to France and take part in various battles, including the Battle of the Somme.Throughout the book, Hall provides vivid descriptions of the harsh realities of war, including the physical and mental toll it takes on soldiers. He also offers insights into the cultural differences between the American and British soldiers, as well as the challenges of language barriers and adapting to a new military structure.Overall, Kitchener's Mob offers a unique perspective on World War I and the experiences of foreign volunteers in the British Army. It is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in military history or personal accounts of war.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: Biographie, Literatur und Literaturwissenschaft Biografien und Sachliteratur Tatsachenberichte, wahre Begebenheiten Kriege und Schlachten
• ISBN: 9781436883894
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 29.06.2008
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC