To Kiel in the 'Hercules' by Lewis R. Freeman
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| Author | Freeman, Lewis R. (Lewis Ransome), 1878-1960 |
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| LoC No. | 19016278 |
| Title | To Kiel in the 'Hercules' |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "To Kiel in the 'Hercules'" by Lieutenant Lewis R. Freeman, R.N.V.R. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows the author's experiences as he serves as an official correspondent with the Grand Fleet during the final days of World War I, specifically detailing the mission of the British battleship 'Hercules' as it navigates German waters post-armistice. Freeman offers insights into the naval operations that marked the transition of power in the war-torn region and features his observations of the changing political landscape in Germany. The opening of the book sets the stage for this naval expedition, describing the voyage of the 'Hercules' through fog-shrouded waters, as the crew awaits a German pilot to guide them safely among floating mines into Kiel, a pivotal moment following Germany's surrender. Freeman vividly captures the anticipation and tension among the crew while recounting significant reflections on previous naval battles and the state of the German naval forces. He introduces the intricacies of navigating the treacherous German coastline, and sketches the first interactions with German officers, highlighting both the bureaucratic challenges and the stark realities faced by the crew as they step into the aftermath of the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Allied Naval Armistice Commission |
| Subject | Hercules (Battleship) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Air-fleet bases, Naval -- Germany |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42374 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 71 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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