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Barry, Richard
1881
1958
Barry, Richard Hayes
05013189
Port Arthur : $b a monster heroism
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"Port Arthur: A Monster Heroism" by Richard Barry is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative chronicles the intense military siege of Port Arthur during the Russo-Japanese War, showcasing the strategic maneuvers, military challenges, and human experiences involved in this significant confrontation. The work likely includes observations from Barry himself, who serves as a war correspondent witnessing these events firsthand. The opening portion of the book establishes the context of the siege, with Barry describing the landscape around Port Arthur and introducing himself and a group of military observers. As they observe the distant sounds of battle, the atmosphere is marked by silence interrupted only by the booming artillery. Barry reflects on the beauty of the city of Dalny juxtaposed with the looming threat of war, portraying the complexities of the situation. He hints at the significance of the siege, which challenges the perceived invincibility of the Russian forces and foreshadows the impending conflict that will unfold in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Russo-Japanese War, 1904-1905
Lüshun (China) -- History -- Siege, 1904-1905
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Category: History - European
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
Category: History - Warfare
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