02575cam a22003493u 4500 33929 UtSlPG 20260610133755.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16006717 UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Le Goffic, Charles, 1863-1932 Dixmude: The epic of the French marines (October 17-November 10, 1914) Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-10-13 Produced by Moti Ben-Ari and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Dixmude: The Epic of the French Marines (October 17-November 10, 1914)" by Charles Le Goffic is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the valiant efforts of the French Marines during a critical period of World War I, specifically detailing the intense battle of Dixmude in Belgium. It highlights the heroism and camaraderie of the Marines as they faced overwhelming odds against enemy forces, aiming to hold their ground and protect their allies. The opening of "Dixmude" introduces the reader to the dire circumstances faced by the French Marines as they prepare for combat. Stressing the necessity of their courage and the extraordinary conditions they must endure, it recounts their camaraderie and bond with their officers, which are essential for maintaining morale amid relentless bombardments and the chaos of battle. The narrative recounts personal stories of valor among the troops, including Lieutenant Martin des Pallières and others who exemplified bravery and selflessness even in the face of death, setting the stage for an epic saga of sacrifice and resilience. This initial portrayal of the Marines establishes a foundation for an exploration of their grueling experiences in the coming weeks. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium Yser, Battle of the, Belgium, 1914 France. Marine. Brigade des fusiliers marins Simmonds, Florence https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33929 74775 74775