02388cam a22003253u 4500 41308 UtSlPG 20260610133938.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Gibbs, Philip, 1877-1962 The Soul of a Nation Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-11-06 Produced by Charlene Taylor, Sandra Eder and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The Soul of a Nation" by Sir Philip Gibbs is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This poignant work reflects on the ceremonies and emotions surrounding the burial of the Unknown Soldier in Westminster Abbey, a significant event marking a nation's commemoration of the sacrifices made during World War I. Through vivid descriptions and heartfelt reflections, the book captures the collective grief and reverence of a society mourning its fallen heroes. The narrative delves into the momentous ceremony that unfolded in Whitehall, where diverse groups of people gathered to honor an unidentified soldier who represented all the nameless individuals who fought valiantly in the war. Gibbs highlights the deep connections among the crowd, including those who had lost loved ones, while contrasting their humble sacrifices against the backdrop of military dignitaries and the monarchy. As the Unknown Soldier is laid to rest, the book encapsulates the somber yet noble spirit of a nation united in grief, serving as a tribute not only to the life of one soldier but to the countless lives lost and the endurance of the human spirit amidst the horrors of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Armistice Day -- Great Britain World War, 1914-1918 -- Monuments -- Great Britain War memorials -- Great Britain https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41308 82147 82147