02073cam a22003133u 4500 55048 UtSlPG 20260610134252.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16022253 UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Corbett-Smith, Arthur, 1879-1945 The Retreat from Mons : By one who shared in it Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-07-05 Produced by Al Haines "The Retreat from Mons" by A. Corbett-Smith is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the experiences of British soldiers during the early days of World War I, focusing particularly on the retreat from Mons to Ypres. It aims to provide a personal and humanized perspective on the events that took place, highlighting the challenges and camaraderie among the troops. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the initial mobilization of the British Army in August 1914, capturing the mix of excitement and surprise at the outbreak of war. Scenes are painted of soldiers preparing for deployment from Aldershot, intertwined with glimpses of civilian life and the atmosphere of impending conflict. The opening chapter illustrates the rush to readiness, the organization of troops, and the author’s initial feelings of anticipation as they set out on what will become a significant historical campaign. Throughout, there is a sense of an adventure unfolding, though tinged with the foreboding of the harsh realities of war that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Western Front https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55048 95880 95880