| Title |
La dernière lettre écrite par des soldats français tombés au champ d'honneur 1914-1918
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| Credits |
Produced by Tonya Allen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"La dernière lettre écrite par des soldats français tombés au champ d'honneur" is a poignant collection of letters from French soldiers who fought in World War I, compiled in the early 20th century. The work serves as a memorial to the sacrifices made by these individuals, highlighting their bravery and the emotional weight of their correspondence with loved ones. The letters are a testament to their ideals of patriotism and heroism, providing an intimate glimpse into the thoughts and feelings of those who fought for their country. The opening of the book introduces the concept of these heartfelt letters, which were selected by grieving parents and veterans under the presidency of Marshal Foch. The first letter, written by Soldier Abeille, reflects on his experiences of beauty in Paris and his determination to serve, while subsequent letters express similar sentiments of love, sacrifice, and duty. Through these letters, readers encounter a tapestry of personal stories, each illustrating the soldiers' commitment to their homeland and their enduring hope for victory amidst the harsh realities of war. The work effectively evokes a sense of honor and tragedy, drawing attention to the human cost of conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
French |
| LoC Class |
D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, French
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12401 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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