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050 4 _aD
100 1 _aForbes, Archibald,
_d1838-1900
245 1 0 _aCamps, Quarters, and Casual Places
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-12-01
508 _aProduced by Eric Eldred, Andy Schmitt and PG Distributed Proofreaders. HTML version by Al Haines.
520 _a"Camps, Quarters, and Casual Places" by Archibald Forbes is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores various facets of military life during pivotal moments in history, particularly focusing on the Franco-German War and British colonial experiences, detailing the intertwining of warfare, culture, and human relationships. The narratives center around a variety of characters, such as soldiers, civilians, and women impacted by the tumult of war, highlighting their personal experiences and emotional landscapes amid historical events. At the start of the book, Forbes sets the scene during the early phase of the Franco-German War, detailing the atmosphere in Saarbrücken, where soldiers and civilians coexist in a seemingly tranquil yet tense environment. The author introduces a colorful cast of characters in a comfortable hotel where officers and war correspondents gather, sharing camaraderie despite the looming threat of conflict. The narrative focuses on the charming Minna Vogt, who arrives in Saarbrücken to meet her fiancé, Feldwebel Eckenstein, for their wedding just days before he is called to battle. The opening vividly describes the preparations for their marriage and the ensuing chaos as the realities of war intrude, ultimately leading to poignant farewells and the stark contrast between the innocence of love and the grimness of warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMilitary history, Modern
653 _aMilitary camps
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/9460
999 _c51193
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