9781331376545 - From Montreal to Vimy Ridge and Beyond (Classic Reprint): The Correspondence of Lieut. Clifford Almon Wells, B.A, of the 8th Battalion, Canadians, B. E. F, November... (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a poignant and intimate look at the experiences of a young Canadian man during the First World War, through the lens of his letters home. Clifford Almon Wells, a promising student of archaeology, chose to leave his studies and enlist in the Canadian army in 1915. The book comprises his correspondence, spanning from his initial recruitment in Montreal to his tragic death at the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917. Readers will experience the war through Wells's eyes, from the bustling recruiting efforts in Montreal, to the harsh realities of training in England, and ultimately, the anxieties and hopes of combat in France. The author meticulously preserves Wells's voice, offering a glimpse into the daily life of a soldier, his hopes, fears, and reflections on the conflict. These letters provide a window into the personal struggles and sacrifices made by countless young men during this pivotal moment in history. This book offers a deeply moving and valuable perspective on the human cost of war, as told through the compelling voice of a young man who embraced his duty with unwavering patriotism. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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