An American Crusader at Verdun by Philip Sidney Rice
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"An American Crusader at Verdun" by Philip Sidney Rice is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the author’s experiences as an ambulance driver during World War I, particularly focusing on his service at Verdun. Through his personal narrative, Rice captures the harsh realities of war and portrays the camaraderie among the volunteers who sought to aid the Allied forces. The opening of the book introduces Philip
Sidney Rice as he embarks on his journey to France aboard a French liner filled with other volunteers, referred to as "crusaders." It sets the tone of anticipation and seriousness as Rice reflects on his motivations to join the war effort, driven by a sense of duty and a desire to help. He begins to form connections with fellow passengers, hinting at friendships that will be important throughout his experiences. This initial section paints a vivid picture of the spirit of adventure and the emotional weight carried by those leaving their homes for the daunting and destructive landscapes of the battlefield. As the narrative unfolds, the readers can sense the compassion, fear, and camaraderie that define the life of an ambulance driver in a war-torn France. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rice, Philip Sidney, 1878-1927 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 19026164 |
| Title | An American Crusader at Verdun |
| Note | Earlier edition published under title: An ambulance driver in France. |
| Credits |
Produced by Carol Brown and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (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 | American Field Service |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Medical care -- France |
| Subject | Ambulance drivers -- United States -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63520 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 297 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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