02295cam a22003373u 4500 73624 UtSlPG 20260610134713.0 m cr n 260607r20241918utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 18004140 UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Baldwin, Harold, 1888-1982 "Holding the line" Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-05-14 Al Haines "Holding the Line" by Sergeant Harold Baldwin is a memoir recounting the experiences of a Canadian soldier during World War I, written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Baldwin's enlistment, his journey through training camps in Canada and England, and his eventual deployment to the front lines in France. The memoir captures not only the camaraderie of the soldiers but also the harsh realities and psychological strains of war. The opening of the memoir introduces the author, who provides a vivid depiction of his enlistment in August 1914. He describes his initial feelings of self-doubt due to his short stature compared to other recruits, yet his determination to serve is palpable. The narrative quickly transitions to his journey from Saskatoon to Valcartier and beyond, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of his fellow soldiers. Baldwin's candid reflections on the absurdities and challenges of military life set the tone for a story that balances humor with the grim realities of war. His camaraderie with comrades like Morgan, as well as the experiences of training and preparation, establish the foundational narrative that will lead into the intense battles to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Chicago: A. C. McClurg & Co., 1918 World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Western Front World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian https://archive.org/details/holdingline00bald https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73624 114349 114349