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100 1 _aManion, R. J.
_q(Robert James),
_d1881-1943
245 1 2 _aA Surgeon in Arms
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-11-04
505 0 _aLife in the trenches -- Over the top -- Overland -- Kelly -- The language of the line -- Just looking about -- Gassed! -- Relief -- Dugouts -- The sick parade -- Caring for the wounded -- Cheerfulness -- Courage; fear; cowardice -- Air fighting -- Staff officers -- The battle of Vimy Ridge -- A trip to Arras -- Ragoût à la mode de guerre (trench stew) -- Leave -- Paris during the war -- Paris in wartime -- In a château hospital -- On a transport -- Decorations -- On a hill.
508 _aProduced by Al Haines
520 _a"A Surgeon in Arms" by R. J. Manion is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a memoir of a medical officer during World War I, providing a firsthand perspective of life in the trenches, the challenges faced by soldiers, and the camaraderie fostered in dire circumstances. The narrative likely chronicles the experiences of Captain Manion and his interactions with fellow soldiers as they navigate the brutal realities of war, particularly focusing on the Canadian forces. The opening of the book establishes a vivid atmosphere of trench warfare, describing the unique challenges and extraordinary occurrences of life on the front lines. Beginning with a depiction of life in the trenches, the narrative introduces readers to the heavy shelling and perilous conditions faced by soldiers, including a poignant moment of reunion between two brothers unexpectedly meeting after years apart. The text emphasizes the hardships, dangers, and the sense of brotherhood among soldiers, while also illustrating the operational aspects of trench warfare, such as reconnaissance missions and the complexities of communication. Through engaging anecdotes and character interactions, Captain Manion sets the stage for a deeper exploration of life as a soldier and medical officer amidst the chaos of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian
653 _aMedicine, Military
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58233
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