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| 100 | 1 | _aLewis, R. | |
| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aOver the top with the 25th: Chronicle of events at Vimy Ridge and Courcellette |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2008-10-16 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by "A Louis/Lewis Family Member in Newfoundland" and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) | ||
| 520 | _a"Over the Top with the 25th: Chronicle of Events at Vimy Ridge and Courcellette" by Lieut R. Lewis, M.M. is a historical account documenting the experiences of the 25th Battalion of Nova Scotia during World War I, specifically focusing on the significant battles of Vimy Ridge and Courcellette. Written in the early 20th century, this book provides a firsthand perspective from a soldier who participated in these monumental events, highlighting the camaraderie, courage, and sacrifices of his fellow soldiers. The narrative unfolds chronologically, beginning with the battalion's formation in 1914 and its eagerness to engage in combat. Lewis shares vivid accounts of their training in England, initial experiences in the trenches, and the harsh realities of warfare, including bombardments, raids, and the camaraderie among soldiers. He recounts battles with gripping detail, including the intense preparation leading up to the Vimy Ridge assault, the chaos of the battlefield, and the ultimate triumph of the 25th Battalion despite suffering heavy casualties. The book serves not only as a record of these events but also as a tribute to the valor of those who fought for their country. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian | ||
| 653 | _aCanada. Canadian Army. Battalion, 25th | ||
| 653 | _aVimy Ridge, Battle of, France, 1917 | ||
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