Many Fronts by Lewis R. Freeman
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"Many Fronts" by Lewis R. Freeman is a collection of accounts and stories reflecting on the experiences of soldiers during World War I, written in the early 20th century. The book explores various theaters of war, particularly focusing on the Middle Eastern fronts and the role of Britain in the conflict. Through the personal narratives and reflections of the characters, Freeman likely aims to shed light on the complexities and human experiences
surrounding warfare during this tumultuous period. The opening of "Many Fronts" introduces a character who recounts personal experiences while stationed in Arabia and Mesopotamia before the onset of World War I. This individual, whose identity is partially concealed, provides insights into his long-term immersion within Arab culture, hinting at deep connections with local tribes and the geopolitical tensions that foreshadow the coming war. As he anticipates potential conflicts involving his region and reflects on the challenges and dangers of his position, readers are drawn into the narrative of a world on the brink of significant military upheaval, setting the stage for the broader themes of loyalty, survival, and the unpredictable nature of war that the book is likely to explore further. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Freeman, Lewis R. (Lewis Ransome), 1878-1960 |
|---|---|
| Title | Many Fronts |
| Contents | The fight for the Garden of Eden -- "It's a way they have in the Air Corps" -- Sharks of the air -- To British merchant captains -- The passing of a Zeppelin -- Fighting for Serbia -- Beating back from Germany (as told by an escaped prisoner) -- The singing soldier -- Blowing up the Castelletto -- Wonders of the teleferica -- The Garibaldi fight again for freedom. |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42446 |
| Release Date | Mar 31, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 537 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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