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100 1 _aDavis, Richard Harding,
_d1864-1916
245 1 0 _aWith the French in France and Salonika
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 2009-12-31
508 _aProduced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"With the French in France and Salonika" by Richard Harding Davis is a historical account written during the early 20th century. The work primarily consists of letters that the author penned while visiting various fronts during World War I, showcasing his firsthand experiences and observations of the French military and civilians in France, Greece, and Serbia. The text thoroughly explores themes of national resolve, admiration for the French efforts in the war, and the implications of American neutrality during this tumultuous time. At the start of the narrative, the author reflects on his journey to France amidst the ongoing war, vividly describing the mood aboard the ship and the precautions taken against potential submarine attacks. Upon arrival, he observes the state of Bordeaux, noting the presence of the wounded and the somber atmosphere. He recounts interactions with soldiers and the resilience displayed by the French populace amid adversity, showing a mixture of admiration and concern for their situation. Davis sensitively captures the human cost of war and the complexities of international relations, particularly the changing perceptions of America within Europe due to its neutrality. This opening segment sets the tone for a deeper exploration of the experiences of those affected by the war, both on the battlefield and at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30812
999 _c71658
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