Entertaining the Tommies: Two Accounts of British Concert Parties 'Over There' During the First World War-Modern Troubadours by Lena Ashwell & M

by Lena Ashwell

Book Overview

The experiences of the pioneers of entertainment for troops

Troupes of entertainers visiting armed forces in areas of conflict are now a familiar concept, and the performers have become highly respected for their patriotism, courage and commitment to 'the boys over there'. Most people now accept this as a normal and invaluable demonstration of support for the military, but this was not always so. Senior officers understood...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1782827552
• ISBN13: 9781782827559
• Release Date: June 2018
• Publisher: Leonaur Ltd
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"