Soldier silhouettes on our front by William L. Stidger
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"Soldier Silhouettes on Our Front" by William L. Stidger is a collection of personal reflections and experiences written during the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. The book captures the heartfelt moments of soldiers and the emotional landscape of war, illustrated through the lens of a Y. M. C. A. worker, who endeavors to present an accurate portrayal of the soldiers' lives and their connections to loved
ones at home. Stidger's aim is to resonate with the families of soldiers, evoking both pride and compassion through the trials, sacrifices, and moments of grace encountered in the face of battle. The opening of the work sets a poignant tone, as the narrator recounts the tense atmosphere aboard a transport ship heading to France. He offers vivid imagery of young American soldiers, transformed by the weight of war, singing hymns in the midst of a storm, a symbol of their resilience and hope. The narrative further unfolds with moments of reflection on the sacrifices made by the soldiers and the shared suffering of their allies, emphasizing the deep emotional connections forged during these turbulent times. With the backdrop of trench life and the somber realities of war, Stidger aims to immortalize the men who lived through these experiences, highlighting their humanity and spiritual strength amid the horrors of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Stidger, William L. (William Le Roy), 1885-1949 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Gillespie, Jessie, 1888-1972 |
| LoC No. | 18020634 |
| Title | Soldier silhouettes on our front |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- War work -- Young Men's Christian Associations |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18078 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18078-6 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2006 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 966 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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