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LoC No.: 17028634
Title: Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit
Credits:
Produced by Sonya Schermann, John Campbell and the Online
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Summary: "Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit" by Mrs. Stuart Menzies is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the life and character of Lord William Beresford, a notable figure in British military history, known for his sporting achievements and charm. This work aims to provide insights into his engaging personality and the fond memories shared by his contemporaries." "At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on the impact of Lord William Beresford’s life and character, emphasizing his popularity and the kind words from friends and family. The introduction reveals that Beresford was not only a gallant soldier but also a man of generous nature and humor, sparking the motivation for this tribute. The opening chapters detail his early days, showcasing a lively childhood filled with mischief at Eton, his spirited involvement in sports and horse riding, and his familial pride that shaped his character. The narrative vividly brings to life his carefree youth and adventurous beginnings, setting the stage for a life intertwined with military service and comedy." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Menzies, Stuart, Mrs.
EBook No.: 63218
Published: Sep 17, 2020
Downloads: 441
Language: English
Subject: Beresford, William Leslie de la Poer, Lord, 1847-1900
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 17028634
Title: Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit
Credits:
Produced by Sonya Schermann, John Campbell and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit" by Mrs. Stuart Menzies is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the life and character of Lord William Beresford, a notable figure in British military history, known for his sporting achievements and charm. This work aims to provide insights into his engaging personality and the fond memories shared by his contemporaries." "At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on the impact of Lord William Beresford’s life and character, emphasizing his popularity and the kind words from friends and family. The introduction reveals that Beresford was not only a gallant soldier but also a man of generous nature and humor, sparking the motivation for this tribute. The opening chapters detail his early days, showcasing a lively childhood filled with mischief at Eton, his spirited involvement in sports and horse riding, and his familial pride that shaped his character. The narrative vividly brings to life his carefree youth and adventurous beginnings, setting the stage for a life intertwined with military service and comedy." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Menzies, Stuart, Mrs.
EBook No.: 63218
Published: Sep 17, 2020
Downloads: 441
Language: English
Subject: Beresford, William Leslie de la Poer, Lord, 1847-1900
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.