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100	1		_aDuffy, Francis Patrick, _d1871-1932
245	1	0	_aFather Duffy's story
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2023
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2023-07-02
505	0		_aPreparations at home -- In training abroad -- the Lunéville sector -- The Baccarat sector -- The Champagne defensive -- The Battle of Ourcq -- After the battle -- The St. Mihiel offensive -- The Argonne offensive -- With the Army of Occupation -- Historical appendix by Joyce Kilmer -- Appendices: Regimental Record. Decorations, 165th Infantry. Officers who served in the 165th Infantry. Citations, 165th Infantry. Officers of New York Chapter "Rainbow Division". Board of Trustees of the 165th Infantry. Woman's Auxiliary to the 165th Infantry.
508			_aBob Taylor, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520			_a"Father Duffy's Story: A Tale of Humor and Heroism, of Life and Death with the Fighting Sixty-Ninth" by Francis P. Duffy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative documents the experiences of the 69th New York Infantry Regiment during World War I, focusing on the unique camaraderie and valor displayed by its members, particularly the author himself, who serves as the regiment's chaplain. The book intertwines humor and poignant moments, showcasing the spirit of the Irish-American soldiers as they navigate the challenges of war. At the start of the book, the author introduces the context of the regiment's preparation for war as America declares its involvement in World War I. He recounts the vigorous recruitment efforts, the personalities of the men who joined, and the spirit of camaraderie that permeates the unit. Duffy emphasizes the pride and tradition behind the 69th, filled with humorous anecdotes about military life, the well-known camaraderie, and the cultural diversity among the soldiers. The opening chapters illustrate not only the preparations at home but also the early stages of training, hinting at the more substantial challenges and experiences that will unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: George H. Doran Company, 1919
653			_aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, American
653			_aUnited States. Army. Infantry Regiment, 165th
700	1		_aKilmer, Joyce, _d1886-1918
856	4		_uhttps://archive.org/details/fatherduffysstor01duff/page/n17/mode/2up
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71091
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