Saksalaisten sotavankina : Muistelmia ja kuvia by Kaarlo Takalampi
"Saksalaisten sotavankina: Muistelmia ja kuvia" by Kaarlo Takalampi is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book details the experiences of soldiers captured during World War I, focusing particularly on their time aboard a ship that is intercepted by a German torpedo boat. The narrative is enriched with personal reflections and vivid descriptions of the environment and interactions among the prisoners and captors. The opening of the memoirintroduces readers to the atmosphere aboard the Finnish steamship "Uleåborg," as it embarks on a journey unaware of the impending threat. Captivating imagery portrays the ship’s passengers and crew preparing for departure, alongside hints of a violent confrontation to come. As the narrative unfolds, the calm setting is shattered by the appearance of a German torpedo boat, leading to chaos as the ship’s passengers are ordered to abandon "Uleåborg" and transfer to the vessel. The dramatic scene sets the tone for the book, showcasing the sudden shift from normalcy to the harsh reality of captivity, while also introducing a range of characters who share this harrowing experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Takalampi, Kaarlo, 1887-1918 |
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| Title | Saksalaisten sotavankina : Muistelmia ja kuvia |
| Original Publication | Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto Oy, 1914. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Prisoners and prisons, German |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations, German |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72116 |
| Release Date | Nov 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 60 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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