02552cam a22003253u 4500 51595 UtSlPG 20260610134204.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Faughnan, Thomas, active 1835-1883 Stirring Incidents in the Life of a British Soldier: An Autobiography Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-03-29 Produced by Brian Coe, Chris Pinfield, 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) "Stirring Incidents in the Life of a British Soldier: An Autobiography" by Thomas Faughnan is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and experiences of Thomas Faughnan after enlisting in the British Army, detailing his observations and adventures as a soldier serving in various locations, including Ireland, Gibraltar, and during the Crimean War. The narrative aims to provide insights into military life and its impact on the ordinary soldier, avoiding overly scholarly language to be accessible to a broad audience. The opening of the autobiography introduces the author's childhood memories, including mischievous school days and life in a small Irish village. Faughnan recounts experiences with a strict schoolmaster and the dynamics of his family, providing a glimpse of his early life before military service. He reflects on his enlistment, highlighting the factors contributing to his decision to join the army, such as the socio-economic conditions in Ireland and emigration trends. This personal history sets the stage for a compelling recount of his military experiences, filled with humor and poignant reflections, inviting readers to engage with his journey from innocent youth to a seasoned soldier. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Great Britain -- History, Military -- 19th century Crimean War, 1853-1856 -- Personal narratives Faughnan, Thomas, active 1835-1883 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51595 92429 92429