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100 1 _aChisholm, Cecil,
_d1888?-1961
245 1 0 _aSir John French: An Authentic Biography
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
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 2006-02-16
508 _aProduced by David Clarke, Jeannie Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Sir John French: An Authentic Biography" by Cecil Chisholm is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This biography chronicles the life and military career of Field-Marshal Sir John French, focusing on his contributions and experiences in the British Army, particularly during the Boer War and World War I. The text explores his background, character, and tactical ingenuity, examining how he became a renowned military figure despite facing various challenges and setbacks throughout his career. The opening of the biography introduces readers to Sir John French's early life, highlighting his formative years and initial experiences in the military. It describes his determination to rise through the ranks, beginning with his naval training before transitioning to the cavalry. Early anecdotes depict him as ambitious and spirited, emphasizing his evolving military education and early assignments, which laid the groundwork for his later successes in action. This section gives the reader an understanding of French's character and foundational military experiences that would shape his strategic vision and leadership tactics in later conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrench, John Denton Pinkstone, Earl of Ypres, 1852-1925
653 _aMarshals -- Great Britain -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17778
999 _c59164
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