Canada in Flanders, Volume III by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts
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"Canada in Flanders, Volume III" by Major Charles G. D. Roberts is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as an official record of the Canadian Expeditionary Force's participation in World War I, particularly focusing on the Autumn Campaign of 1916, including the pivotal Battle of the Somme. Roberts, who was present with the Canadian Corps during these events, narrates the experiences and contributions of Canadian soldiers,
emphasizing their bravery and strategic significance in the unfolding war. The opening of the work introduces readers to the intricacies involved in the organization and deployment of the 4th Canadian Division during World War I. It builds upon previous volumes, detailing the formation and challenges faced by this new division as it prepared to join the larger conflict alongside experienced Canadian units. The author notes the complexities of mobilization, trench warfare, and the sacrifices made by various battalions, setting the tone for a detailed exploration of military engagements, strategies, and the valor showcased by Canadian forces in the harrowing conditions of battle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Beaverbrook, Max Aitken, Baron, 1879-1964 |
| Title | Canada in Flanders, Volume III |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories -- Canada |
| Subject | Canada. Canadian Army |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 46116 |
| Release Date | Jun 27, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 334 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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