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100 1 _aSellers, William E.
245 1 0 _aFrom Aldershot to Pretoria
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 2005-08-07
508 _aProduced by Jonathan Ingram, Taavi Kalju and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"From Aldershot to Pretoria: A Story of Christian Work among our Troops in South Africa" by W.E. Sellers is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This book focuses on the efforts of Christian chaplains and lay workers who provided spiritual support and care to British soldiers during the South African War. It highlights the transformation in societal attitudes toward soldiers, emphasizing their spiritual needs and the vital role of religious work amidst the harsh realities of warfare. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on the awakening of national consciousness regarding the care and moral duty owed to soldiers, drawing parallels with past conflicts like the Crimean War. The opening chapters describe the bustling environment of the Aldershot camp as troops mobilize for war, the challenges they face with inadequate facilities, and the dedicated Christian efforts to provide a supportive community. Key figures such as Rev. E.P. Lowry are introduced, showcasing their commitment to fostering a sense of spiritual camaraderie among the men. These opening moments set the tone for a deeper exploration of faith, resilience, and the ongoing struggle to uplift the spirits of soldiers in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain. Army -- Military life
653 _aSouth African War, 1899-1902 -- Religious aspects
653 _aSouth African War, 1899-1902 -- Hospitals
653 _aSouth African War, 1899-1902 -- War work
700 1 _aAllen, R. W.
_q(Richard Watson),
_d1833-1914
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16460
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