The Military Sketch-Book, Vol. 2 (of 2) by William Maginn
"The Military Sketch-Book, Vol. 2 (of 2)" by William Maginn is a collection of military reminiscences written in the early 19th century. This volume presents a series of anecdotes and lively accounts from the perspective of a British officer, detailing his experiences during a lengthy military career, which includes the various eccentricities of life in the barracks and action in the Peninsular War against Napoleon's forces. The stories encompass events from guardhousetales to depictions of campaigns, exploring themes of camaraderie, the harsh realities of military life, and the humor that soldiers find amidst their trials. The opening of the book introduces several characters in a guardhouse setting where Jack Andrews, a lively private, captivates his comrades with songs and stories of their military past. As he prepares to sing an inspirational song, "The Sentinel," the scene transforms into a reflective moment filled with nostalgia for their experiences on various campaigns, particularly in the Peninsula. The narrative showcases the soldiers’ connections, memories of battles, and their longing for glory, all while hinting at the weight of their duties and the camaraderie that helps sustain them through their trials. The mix of humor and pathos sets a tone that promises both entertaining and thought-provoking insights into military life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Maginn, William, 1793-1842 |
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| Title | The Military Sketch-Book, Vol. 2 (of 2) Reminiscences of seventeen years in the service abroad and at home |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Brian Coe, Wayne Hammond, The book cover image was created by the transcriber and is placed in the public domain. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Military biography |
| Subject | Soldiers -- Conduct of life |
| Subject | Bushrangers |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57327 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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