Facing The Hindenburg Line: Personal Observations At The Fronts And In The Camps Of The British, French, Americans, And Italians, During The Campa

By Burris Jenkins

Book Overview

""Facing The Hindenburg Line"" is a first-hand account of the experiences of Burris Atkins Jenkins during the campaigns of 1917 in World War I. Jenkins was an American journalist who traveled to Europe to report on the war, and this book is a compilation of his personal observations while embedded with the British, French, American, and Italian armies. The book covers a range of topics, from the daily life of soldiers in the trenches to the strategies and tactics employed by the various armies. Jenkins describes the brutality of the war, including the use of gas attacks and the devastating effects of artillery fire. He also provides insight into the relationships between soldiers and their officers, as well as the camaraderie and sense of duty that kept them fighting.In addition to his experiences on the front lines, Jenkins also spent time in prisoner-of-war camps, where he witnessed the harsh treatment of captured soldiers. He provides a detailed account of the conditions in these camps and the struggles faced by those held there.Overall, ""Facing The Hindenburg Line"" offers a unique and personal perspective on one of the most significant conflicts in modern history. Jenkins' vivid descriptions and firsthand accounts provide a valuable insight into the experiences of soldiers and civilians during World War I.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104054175
• ISBN13: 9781104054175
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"