The Victorious 77th Division, New York's Own, In The Argonne Fight

By Arthur McKeogh

The Victorious 77th Division, New York's Own, In The Argonne Fight is a historical book written by Arthur McKeogh in 1919. The book provides a detailed account of the 77th Division, a unit of the United States Army composed primarily of soldiers from New York City and the surrounding areas, during the Argonne Offensive of World War I. The book begins with an overview of the 77th Division's formation and training, before delving into the specifics of their deployment to the front lines in France. McKeogh describes the division's experiences in the Argonne Forest, one of the deadliest and most grueling battles of the war, as they fought against German forces in the fall of 1918. Throughout the book, McKeogh provides vivid descriptions of the horrors of trench warfare, including the use of gas attacks, artillery bombardments, and hand-to-hand combat. He also highlights the bravery and sacrifice of individual soldiers, including several Medal of Honor recipients from the 77th Division. The Victorious 77th Division, New York's Own, In The Argonne Fight is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I, particularly the experiences of American soldiers on the front lines. It provides a compelling and detailed account of one of the most significant battles of the war, and honors the sacrifices of the soldiers who fought and died in the service of their country.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: 1165645041
• ISBN13: 9781165645046
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"