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100 1 _aKeene, Louis
245 1 1 _a"Crumps", The Plain Story of a Canadian Who Went
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-05-25
520 _a"Crumps" by Louis Keene is a memoir written in the early 20th century, specifically during the time of World War I. This account chronicles the experiences of a Canadian soldier serving in the Canadian Expeditionary Force, detailing his transition from an artist to a machine-gun officer in the heat of battle. The narrative covers his enlistment, training, and vivid descriptions of the warfront, reflecting the spirit of Canada and the personal and collective sacrifices made during this tumultuous period. The opening of "Crumps" sets the stage for a gripping, personal narrative steeped in the realities of the First World War. It begins with Keene enjoying a peaceful summer in Quebec, sketching with his father, but soon the impending war disrupts their lives. As the news escalates, the excitement and anxiety sweep through his community, encapsulated through the conversations on the train to Montreal and the chaotic atmosphere as men rush to enlist. The chapter vividly details the mobilization of Canadian troops, the camaraderie and patriotism that emerge amidst the chaos, and Keene's initial decision to enlist in the newly formed Auto Machine Gun Brigade, laying the groundwork for his journey through the war. This early portion serves to capture the reader's attention, foreshadowing the stark and emotional experiences that will unfold in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28964
999 _c69812
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