The Irish at the Front by Michael MacDonagh
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| Author | MacDonagh, Michael, 1862-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 16010885 |
| Title | The Irish at the Front |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Irish at the Front" by Michael MacDonagh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the significant exploits of Irish regiments during World War I, particularly in France, Flanders, and the Dardanelles. It highlights the bravery and contributions of Irish soldiers, portraying Ireland's military legacy during a crucial period in history. The opening of the narrative provides a detailed overview of the Irish forces involved in the war, illustrating their composition, regimental histories, and the various battalions that formed part of the British Expeditionary Force. It emphasizes the importance of these regiments through anecdotes and testimonies from both Irish soldiers and foreign observers, setting the tone for a celebration of Irish valor and sacrifice in the face of overwhelming odds. The introduction also notes the widespread recognition of the Irish troops' heroism from high-ranking officials, underscoring the pride in their contributions to the larger war effort. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33222 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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