Adventures in the Rifle Brigade, in the Peninsula, France, and the Netherlands
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| Author | Kincaid, J. (John), 1787-1862 |
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| Title |
Adventures in the Rifle Brigade, in the Peninsula, France, and the Netherlands from 1809 to 1815 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Adventures in the Rifle Brigade, in the Peninsula, France, and the Netherlands" by Captain J. Kincaid is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This narrative chronicles the experiences of a soldier in the Rifle Brigade during the Peninsular War from 1809 to 1815, detailing campaigns in various locations, including Spain and Portugal. The book features Captain Kincaid as the central character, providing a first-person perspective on the trials, humor, and camaraderie of military life during this tumultuous period in history. At the start of the narrative, Kincaid recounts his enlistment into the Rifle Brigade, describing his youthful eagerness, the challenges of embarking on a military expedition, and his experiences aboard a warship heading for Holland. He humorously depicts the mischief of fellow soldiers, the absurdity of encountering difficulties such as illness and bad weather, and his impressions of places like Lisbon and Coimbra. The opening sets the tone for a vivid and often lighthearted exploration of military life, filled with personal anecdotes and sharp observations, drawing readers into the challenges faced by soldiers during the war while highlighting moments of humor and humanity amid strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Contemporaries |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Kincaid, J. (John), 1787-1862 |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Rifle Brigade (Prince Consort's Own) -- Biography |
| Subject | Peninsular War, 1807-1814 -- Personal narratives, British |
| Subject | Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Personal narratives, British |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28981 |
| Release Date | May 29, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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