With Joffre On The Battle Line: The Adventures Of An American Boy In The Trenches (1915)

By Ross Kay

Book Overview

With Joffre On The Battle Line: The Adventures Of An American Boy In The Trenches is a first-hand account of the experiences of an American boy who fought in the trenches during World War I. The author, Ross Kay, was only 19 years old when he joined the French Foreign Legion and was sent to fight in the war. Kay's memoir offers a unique perspective on the war, as he fought alongside French soldiers and was under the command of General Joseph Joffre. He describes the harsh conditions of life in the trenches, the constant danger of enemy fire, and the camaraderie that developed among the soldiers. The book also provides insight into the tactics and strategies used by the French army during the war, as well as the role of the Foreign Legion in the conflict. Kay recounts his experiences in battles such as the Battle of the Marne and the Battle of Ypres, offering vivid descriptions of the fighting and the devastation it caused. Overall, With Joffre On The Battle Line is a gripping and informative account of one young man's experiences in the trenches of World War I, and provides valuable insight into the realities of war for soldiers on the front lines.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: 1164894641
• ISBN13: 9781164894643
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"