02277cam a22003253u 4500 72116 UtSlPG 20260610134652.0 m cr n 260607r20231914utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 D501 Takalampi, Kaarlo, 1887-1918 Saksalaisten sotavankina Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-11-13 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Saksalaisten sotavankina: Muistelmia ja kuvia" by Kaarlo Takalampi is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book details the experiences of soldiers captured during World War I, focusing particularly on their time aboard a ship that is intercepted by a German torpedo boat. The narrative is enriched with personal reflections and vivid descriptions of the environment and interactions among the prisoners and captors. The opening of the memoir introduces readers to the atmosphere aboard the Finnish steamship "Uleåborg," as it embarks on a journey unaware of the impending threat. Captivating imagery portrays the ship’s passengers and crew preparing for departure, alongside hints of a violent confrontation to come. As the narrative unfolds, the calm setting is shattered by the appearance of a German torpedo boat, leading to chaos as the ship’s passengers are ordered to abandon "Uleåborg" and transfer to the vessel. The dramatic scene sets the tone for the book, showcasing the sudden shift from normalcy to the harsh reality of captivity, while also introducing a range of characters who share this harrowing experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1914 World War, 1914-1918 -- Prisoners and prisons, German World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations, German World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Finnish https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72116 112842 112842