Fighting With King Albert (1915)

By Gabriel de Libert de Flemalle

Book Overview

Fighting With King Albert is a historical book written by Gabriel De Libert de Flemalle, originally published in 1915. The book focuses on the early months of World War I, specifically the Belgian resistance against the German invasion in 1914. The author, who was a Belgian soldier and a member of King Albert's staff, provides a detailed account of the war, including the battles, the strategies, and the hardships faced by the Belgian army.The book is divided into two parts. The first part describes the initial invasion of Belgium by the German army and the resistance offered by the Belgian army. The author provides a vivid description of the battles, including the Battle of Li�����ge and the Battle of Mons. He also describes the heroism of the Belgian soldiers and the sacrifices they made to defend their country.The second part of the book focuses on the role of King Albert in the war. The author describes the king's leadership and his personal involvement in the war effort. He also provides an insight into the king's character and his determination to defend his country against the German invaders.Overall, Fighting With King Albert is a fascinating account of the early months of World War I, and a tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the Belgian soldiers who fought against overwhelming odds. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War I or the role of Belgium in the conflict.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: 1166049434
• ISBN13: 9781166049430
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"