TY  - BOOK
AU  - MacDonagh,Michael
TI  - The Irish on the Somme: Being a Second Series of 'The Irish at the Front'
AV  - D501 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Somme, 1st Battle of the, France, 1916
KW  - Great Britain. Army
KW  - World War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories
N1  - Release date is 2011-01-10; Produced by Jeannie Howse, David Clarke and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries); Original publication data not identified
N2  - "The Irish on the Somme" by Michael MacDonagh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. It focuses on the contributions and experiences of Irish soldiers during World War I, specifically in the context of the Battle of the Somme. The book emphasizes the bravery and valour of various Irish battalions, including the Ulster Division and the Irish Guards, showcasing their pivotal role in the war as they fought for both Britain and the cause of freedom.  The opening of this work introduces the narrative against the backdrop of the war, highlighting the Irish people's unexpected commitment to the fight alongside the British Empire. It recounts the attitudes and preparations of the Connaught Rangers as they move into the trenches for the first time, revealing their mix of excitement and naivety about the realities of war. The text illustrates their camaraderie and humor amidst the grim conditions of trench warfare, setting the stage for the exploration of profound themes like sacrifice and national identity that resonate throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34907
ER  -