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100 1 _aBurke, Kathleen,
_d1887-1958
245 1 4 _aThe White Road to Verdun
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-10-25
508 _aE-text prepared by Irma Spehar, Emmy, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net/) from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries (http://www.archive.org/details/toronto)
520 _a"The White Road to Verdun" by Kathleen Burke is a historical account written during the early 20th century, likely around the time of World War I. This book provides an insightful narrative centered around the experiences and observations of the author as she journeys to the front lines of the war in Verdun, France, capturing the resilience and spirit of the French soldiers, or "poilus", as they face the harsh realities of battle and sacrifice. In this evocative account, Burke accompanies a group traveling towards Verdun, recounting the experiences of soldiers and civilians alike during one of history's most brutal conflicts. The narrative is rich with vivid depictions of the war-torn landscape, poignant stories of camaraderie and bravery among the troops, and the emotional toll on families and society. Through her encounters, Burke highlights the kindness, humor, and indomitable spirit of the French people, emphasizing their capacity for compassion even amidst the devastation of war. The book showcases the triumph of humanity in the face of adversity, illustrating the struggles and sacrifices made for the love of one's country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Anecdotes
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16945
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