The Diggers: The Australians in France by Patrick MacGill
"The Diggers: The Australians in France" by Patrick MacGill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the experiences and bravery of Australian soldiers during World War I, particularly in battles on the French front such as the Somme and Villers-Bretonneux. MacGill vividly depicts the grim realities of warfare and celebrates the courage and sacrifice of the Diggers, aiming to instill a sense of national pride in
Australia’s military efforts. At the start of the narrative, we find the author reflecting on the desolated landscape of the Somme, a region devastated by the war, where once-bustling farms and industries now lay in ruins. The opening portion introduces the emotional toll of battle, revisiting the dark winter experiences of 1916-17 faced by Australian soldiers in the trenches. Through descriptive accounts of the harsh conditions, the fear of death, and the relentless struggle for survival, MacGill sets the stage for the exceptional resilience displayed by these soldiers as they confront the horrors all around them while still aspiring for freedom and victory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacGill, Patrick, 1890?-1963 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Hughes, William Morris, 1864-1952 |
| Title | The Diggers: The Australians in France |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Australia |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51024 |
| Release Date | Jan 24, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 175 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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