The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19,…
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Collett, Herbert Brayley, 1877-1947
English
"The 28th: A Record of War Service in the Australian Imperial Force, 1915-19," by Colonel H. B. Collett is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work documents the formation, campaigns, and experiences of the 28th Battalion of the Australian Imperial Force during World War I, eventually detailing their journey to the front. It...
of war on the soldiers involved. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to the origins of the 28th Battalion amidst the backdrop of World War I. It discusses the early motivations of Australians to enlist, driven by loyalty to Britain, and outlines their initial training at Blackboy Hill in Western Australia. Readers are presented with the challenges faced by the battalion as they organize, train, and prepare for their journey overseas, including logistical issues and the spirit of unity among the soldiers. As the text progresses, the tone reveals a sense of pride in duty and the recognition of the sacrifices made by the individuals, foreshadowing the pivotal events that lie ahead in their military service. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Brian Mitchell
5 months agoIt took me a while to start, but it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. An unexpectedly enjoyable experience.
Kenneth Campbell
5 months agoI’ve been searching for content like this and the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Patricia King
1 month agoFrom start to finish, the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. An excellent read overall.
Nancy Hall
3 months agoHonestly, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. I appreciate the effort put into this.
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Dorothy Williams
3 months agoI came across this while researching and the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. This deserves far more attention.