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100 1 _aJanvier, Thomas A.
_q(Thomas Allibone),
_d1849-1913
245 1 0 _aFor The Honor Of France :
_b1891
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-12-10
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"For The Honor Of France" by Thomas A. Janvier is a historical short story written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the experiences of a brave French soldier during the Crimean War and explores themes of valor and sacrifice. The story unfolds through the lens of an old veteran recounting his wartime exploits, shedding light on the camaraderie and challenges faced by soldiers. The plot revolves around Private Labonne, who finds himself in a critical situation while on picket duty in the Carenage Ravine. When he sees Russian forces preparing to attack, he makes a split-second decision to spike the enemy's guns to protect his regiment. Despite facing overwhelming odds and nearly being killed, his bravery earns him the recognition of the Emperor, who promotes him to the rank of Major and awards him a cross for his valor. The story not only highlights Labonne's fearless actions but also emphasizes the honor associated with serving one’s country, creating a poignant reflection on the costs of war and the heroic spirit of soldiers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23805
999 _c64837
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