The Orphan Battery And Operations: 128th U.S. Field Artillery, 1st Missouri F. A.

By Leslie L. Bucklew

Book Overview

The Orphan Battery and Operations: 128th U.S. Field Artillery, 1st Missouri F.A. is a historical account written by Leslie L. Bucklew. The book tells the story of the 128th U.S. Field Artillery, which was also known as the Orphan Battery, during World War I. The battery was made up of soldiers from Missouri who were not assigned to any other unit and were organized into a separate artillery unit. The book covers the battery's training and deployment to France, where they supported the Allied forces in various battles, including the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. The author provides a detailed account of the battery's operations, including the challenges they faced on the battlefield and the strategies they used to overcome them. The Orphan Battery and Operations also includes personal accounts from soldiers who served in the battery, as well as photographs and maps to help readers better understand the events described in the book. The author also provides background information on the history of the battery and the role it played in World War I. Overall, The Orphan Battery and Operations: 128th U.S. Field Artillery, 1st Missouri F.A. is a comprehensive and engaging account of an important unit in World War I. It provides a unique perspective on the war and the experiences of the soldiers who fought in it.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: 1430480882
• ISBN13: 9781430480884
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"