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Miller, Francis Trevelyan
1877
1959
Miller, Francis T.
True Stories of the Great War, Volume 1 (of 6)
Tales of Adventure--Heroic Deeds--Exploits Told by the Soldiers, Officers, Nurses, Diplomats, Eye Witnesses
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"True Stories of the Great War, Volume 1" by Francis Trevelyan Miller is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work is a collection of narratives that seeks to preserve firsthand experiences of the Great War, as told by soldiers, nurses, diplomats, and other witnesses. This compilation draws from numerous sources to depict the harrowing realities of war, focusing on human experiences and emotions that arose during this tumultuous time. The opening of the volume sets the stage for the personal and often poignant tales that follow, emphasizing the vast range of human experiences influenced by the war. Miller introduces the concept that every soldier has a unique story worth telling, suggesting that these collected narratives form an oral tapestry that showcases the complexities and psychological impacts of warfare. In this introduction, he describes the process of gathering these stories from various frontlines, touching on themes such as heroism, tragedy, and the deep psychological scars left by the conflict. There is a distinct focus on the resilience and humanity of those involved, leading readers to anticipate a series of compelling personal testimonials that encapsulate the essence of the Great War. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives
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