Private Journal of Henry Francis Brooke by Henry Francis Brooke
"Private Journal of Henry Francis Brooke" by Henry Francis Brooke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This journal details the experiences of Henry Francis Brooke, a Brigadier-General, during his military service commanding the 2nd Infantry Brigade at Kandahar, Southern Afghanistan, amidst the tumult of the Second Anglo-Afghan War. The journal's narrative likely captures the challenges of military life in hostile territories and reflects on the personal sacrifices madefor duty and country. At the start of the journal, the author describes the context of his deployment to Afghanistan, beginning with his preparations for the journey. He details the logistical challenges he faces, such as acquiring horses and managing supplies, as well as the interactions with fellow officers. Brooke's narrative illustrates the initial excitement for adventure, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the harsh realities encountered on the march to Kandahar, setting the stage for the conflicts and significant events that will follow. The tone is reflective and practical, capturing both the external landscape and internal thoughts of a soldier amid the unfolding historical drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brooke, Henry Francis, 1836-1880 |
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| Editor | Brooke, Annie, Mrs. |
| Title | Private Journal of Henry Francis Brooke Late Brigadier-General Commanding 2nd Infantry Brigade, Kandahar Field Force, Southern Afghanistan, from April 22nd to August 16th, 1880 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Brian Coe, MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Afghan Wars |
| Subject | Brooke, Henry Francis, 1836-1880 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46095 |
| Release Date | Jun 25, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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