Le Goffic, Charles 1863-1932 creator Simmonds, Florence text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) 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.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium Yser, Battle of the, Belgium, 1914 France. Marine. Brigade des fusiliers marins D501 Original publication data not identified 16006717 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33929 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33929 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133755.0 33929