Forester, Wolston B. C. W. (Wolston Beaumont Charles Weld) creator Forester, Elspeth Lascelles -1931 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "From Snotty to Sub" by Wolston B. C. W. Forester is a naval memoir written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the experiences of young British naval officers during World War I, focusing on the transitions and challenges faced by the main character, who is a Midshipman, as he rises to the rank of Sub-Lieutenant. The narrative paints a vivid picture of naval life, camaraderie, and the harrowing events during the war, providing a glimpse into the world of young men tasked with serving on the front lines of a brutal conflict. At the start of the memoir, the author provides a foreword explaining the challenges involved in documenting the Midshipman's journey due to wartime restrictions on diary-keeping. The opening chapter describes the protagonist's assignment to H.M.S. "C——", a super-Dreadnought, and his experiences settling into life aboard the ship, including meeting fellow Midshipmen and participating in naval routines. A significant event during this early period is a tragic picnic that leads to the loss of a fellow officer, highlighting the duality of joy and sorrow faced by those in military service. The opening sets the tone for a narrative filled with exploration of personal growth amid the tumult of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-02-18 Produced by 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.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, English World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations D501 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48301 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48301 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134118.0 48301