Sergeant Atkins: A Tale of Adventure Founded on Fact is a historical novel written by James Lowry Donaldson and originally published in 1870. The book tells the story of Sergeant Atkins, a British soldier who served in the 95th Rifles during the Napoleonic Wars. The novel is based on real-life events and characters, and the author has taken great care to ensure historical accuracy.The story begins with Atkins joining the army at a young age and follows his adventures through some of the most significant battles of the Napoleonic Wars, including the Peninsular War and the Battle of Waterloo. Along the way, Atkins faces numerous challenges, including enemy soldiers, harsh weather conditions, and personal tragedies.Despite these challenges, Atkins remains a brave and dedicated soldier, earning the respect and admiration of his fellow soldiers and superiors. The novel also explores the relationships between soldiers and the impact of war on their mental and physical health.Overall, Sergeant Atkins: A Tale of Adventure Founded on Fact is a thrilling and historically accurate depiction of the Napoleonic Wars, told through the eyes of a brave and dedicated soldier. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, adventure stories, or historical fiction.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.
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