The Irish on the Somme by Michael MacDonagh
"The Irish on the Somme" by Michael MacDonagh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. It focuses on the contributions and experiences of Irish soldiers during World War I, specifically in the context of the Battle of the Somme. The book emphasizes the bravery and valour of various Irish battalions, including the Ulster Division and the Irish Guards, showcasing their pivotal role in the war as they fought forboth Britain and the cause of freedom. The opening of this work introduces the narrative against the backdrop of the war, highlighting the Irish people's unexpected commitment to the fight alongside the British Empire. It recounts the attitudes and preparations of the Connaught Rangers as they move into the trenches for the first time, revealing their mix of excitement and naivety about the realities of war. The text illustrates their camaraderie and humor amidst the grim conditions of trench warfare, setting the stage for the exploration of profound themes like sacrifice and national identity that resonate throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacDonagh, Michael, 1862-1946 |
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| LoC No. | 18002825 |
| Title | The Irish on the Somme Being a Second Series of 'The Irish at the Front' |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeannie Howse, David Clarke and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Somme, 1st Battle of the, France, 1916 |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Regimental histories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34907 |
| Release Date | Jan 10, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 127 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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