From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917
A Gripping Account of 1917's Brutal Battles and Soldiers' SacrificesBy Philip Gibbs
Length12h
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In "From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917," Philip Gibbs offers a poignant and gripping account of one of the most harrowing years of World War I. Written with an incisive journalistic style, Gibbs combines vivid descriptive passages with personal anecdotes that bring to life the brutal realities of trench warfare. His narrative not only chronicles the significant battles and strategic shifts of 1917 but also delves into the psychological toll on soldiers entrenched in the mud and despair of the Western Front, underscoring the war's profound impact on the human spirit. Set against the backdrop of a nation grappling with loss and sacrifice, the book is an essential piece in the canon of war literature, bridging the gap between contemporary journalism and historical record. Philip Gibbs was a distinguished war correspondent, whose firsthand experiences fueled his vivid storytelling. Having covered numerous battles throughout the conflict, his unique vantage point afforded him insights into the complex interplay of military strategy and human emotion. Gibbs'Äô commitment to portraying the truth of the war, rather than romanticizing it, prompted him to document not only the soldiers' heroism but also their suffering and disillusionment. "From Bapaume to Passchendaele, 1917" is recommended for readers seeking an authentic and profound understanding of World War I'Äôs battles and their human consequences. Gibbs'Äô eloquent yet unflinching narrative provides not only a historical record but also a moving tribute to the resilience of those who lived through the war. This work is essential for anyone looking to grasp the true nature of conflict and the enduring scars it leaves on society.
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GenreHistory
Length12 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART I
26THE MAKING OF NO MAN'S LAND
2RETREAT FROM THE SOMME
27II
3I
28THE LETTER OF THE LAW
4A NEW YEAR OF WAR
29III
5II
30THE ABANDONED COUNTRY
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6AN ATTACK NEAR LE TRANSLOY
31IV
7III
32THE CURÉ OF VOYENNES
8THE ABANDONMENT OF GRANDCOURT
33V
9IV
34THE CHÂTEAU OF LIANCOURT
10THE GORDONS IN THE BUTTE DE WARLENCOURT
35VI
11V
36THE OLD WOMEN OF TINCOURT
12THE BATTLE OF BOOM RAVINE
37VII
13VI
38THE AGONY OF WAR
14THE ENEMY WITHDRAWS
39VIII
15VII
40CAVALRY IN ACTION
16OUR ENTRY INTO GOMMECOURT
41PART III
17VIII
42THE BATTLE OF ARRAS
18WHY THE ENEMY WITHDREW
43I
19IX
44ARRAS AND THE VIMY RIDGE
20THE AUSTRALIANS ENTER BAPAUME
45II
21X
46LONDONERS THROUGH THE GERMAN LINES
22THE RESCUE OF PÉRONNE
47III
23PART II
48THE STRUGGLE ROUND MONCHY
24ON THE TRAIL OF THE ENEMY
49IV
25I
50THE OTHER SIDE OF VIMY
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