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100 1 _aSimonds, Frank H.
_q(Frank Herbert),
_d1878-1936
245 1 0 _aThey Shall Not Pass
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
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 2009-02-24
508 _aProduced by Jeannie Howse 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"They Shall Not Pass" by Frank H. Simonds is a historical account written during the early 20th century. This work primarily focuses on the Battle of Verdun during World War I, exploring the experiences and sentiments of soldiers and military leaders amidst the destruction of warfare. It paints a vivid picture of the morale, strategies, and human impact of the conflict, offering insights into the broader implications of this pivotal moment in history. The opening of the book narrates the author’s journey to Verdun, where he begins to witness the devastating effects of the war. Simonds describes meeting influential figures, including General Pétain, and conveys the atmosphere of both despair and determination among the soldiers defending Verdun. He illustrates the stark contrast between the peaceful scenes of suburban Paris and the grim realities of the battlefront, highlighting encounters with ruined villages and the ever-present graves of soldiers. Through reflective observations, he captures the essence of courage and sacrifice, emphasizing the ongoing fight for the spirit of France amidst the backdrop of relentless destruction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aVerdun, Battle of, Verdun, France, 1916
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28171
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