02302cam a22003493u 4500 58509 UtSlPG 20260610134340.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 18005306 UtSlPG en iso639-1 D501 Buffin, Camille, 1871-1928 Brave Belgians Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-12-21 E-text prepared by Brian Coe, Graeme Mackreth, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) "Brave Belgians" by Camille Buffin is a historical account written in the early 20th century. It chronicles the extraordinary acts of bravery and sacrifice by Belgian soldiers during the early days of World War I, emphasizing their determined resistance against invading German forces. The narrative is drawn from firsthand accounts of various soldiers, showcasing both individual and collective valor in the face of overwhelming odds. At the start of this compelling chronicle, the author introduces the crucial defense of the Visé and Argenteau bridges as the German Army begins its incursion into Belgium. Through the eyes of Deputy Staff Major Collyns, readers witness the strategic measures and challenges faced by a small contingent of Belgian troops as they prepare for an imminent assault. The opening sets a vivid scene of camaraderie, determination, and the harsh realities of war, highlighting the soldiers' commitment to their homeland and the sheer tenacity required to counter the might of a much larger enemy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Belgian Broqueville, Charles, baron de, 1860-1940 Hallard, Alys https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58509 99336 99336