02573cam a22003253u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003701000130007804000110009104100170010205000090011910000390012824500360016726400510020330000470025433600260030133700260032733800360035350000310038950802220042052013650064253400450200765300690205265300660212185600430218799900170223020468UtSlPG20260610133455.0mcr n260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  a20014470  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aD5011 aBachman, William Elmer,d1894-196614aThe Delta of the Triple Elevens 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2007  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2007-01-28  aProduced by David Edwards, Christine P. Travers and the
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domain material from the Google Print project.)  a"The Delta of the Triple Elevens: The History of Battery D, 311th Field Artillery United States Army, American Expeditionary Forces" by William Elmer Bachman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive narrative details the experiences and events surrounding Battery D from its formation to its demobilization, including training, camaraderie, and the realities of war. The book is likely a tribute to the soldiers and a personal memoir reflecting on camaraderie, service, and the trials faced during World War I.  At the start of the history, the author sets the stage by discussing the buildup to America's entry into World War I, touching upon the historical events that necessitated military mobilization. It introduces the formation of Battery D and the selection of Camp Meade, emphasizing the contrast between the soldiers’ peaceful civilian lives and the impending trials of military service. The initial chapters provide insights into the soldiers' training routines, personal anecdotes, and how they adapted to their new military life while highlighting the friendships forged during this transformative time. Bachman aims to create a lasting memory for the veterans of Battery D, capturing the shared experiences and challenges each faced in service to their country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aUnited States. Army. Field Artillery Battalion, 311th. Battery D  aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories -- United States40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20468  c61739d61739