Carry On: Letters in War-Time by Coningsby Dawson
"Carry On: Letters in War-Time" by Coningsby Dawson is a collection of personal letters written during World War I, likely in the early 20th century. This poignant work captures the thoughts and experiences of Dawson, who served as a lieutenant in the Canadian Field Artillery, as he shares his emotional journey from a peaceful civilian life to the brutal realities of war. The letters reflect a deep sense of duty, love for
his family, and the camaraderie found among soldiers amidst the harrowing contexts of battle. The opening of the volume sets the tone by introducing the intimate nature of the letters, highlighting their candid reflections on life and death during wartime. Dawson reveals his initial thoughts upon joining the military, articulating a mix of excitement and solemn responsibility. He expresses profound longing for his home and family while detailing the growth of his understanding of courage, sacrifice, and the harsh truths of combat. The letters offer vivid imagery of the war landscape and the humanity of the soldiers, revealing a balance of fear and profound resolve as they confront one of history's most devastating conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dawson, Coningsby, 1883-1959 |
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| Title | Carry On: Letters in War-Time |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Produced by Rick Niles, Charlie Kirschner and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14086 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 172 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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