02427cam a22003133u 4500 46097 UtSlPG 20260610134046.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Hogue, Oliver, 1880-1919 Trooper Bluegum at the Dardanelles : Descriptive Narratives of the More Desperate Engagements on the Gallipoli Peninsula Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-06-25 Produced by Brian Coe, MWS 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.) "Trooper Bluegum at the Dardanelles" by Oliver Hogue is a descriptive narrative written in the early 20th century. This account chronicles the experiences of the Australian Light Horse Brigade during the Gallipoli campaign in World War I, focusing on the character of Trooper Bluegum. The narrative captures the spirit, camaraderie, and resilience of Australian soldiers as they face the challenges of warfare. The opening of the book sets the stage for the adventure, presenting Trooper Bluegum's initial experiences as he volunteers and undergoes military training in Australia. We meet various fellow troopers, including those from the bush and city, who face challenges together during their rigorous riding tests. Hogue's vivid descriptions paint a picture of camaraderie amidst the military preparations, hinting at the emotional depths and personal sacrifices that will unfold as they journey to the front lines in the Dardanelles. The tone suggests a blend of humor, determination, and the gravity of impending conflict, making it an engaging introduction to the overall narrative of bravery and the harsh realities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Australian World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Turkey -- Gallipoli Peninsula https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46097 86936 86936