The 42nd (East Lancashire) Division 1914-1918
By Frederick P. Gibbon
Length16h 31m
About this audiobook
In "The 42nd (East Lancashire) Division 1914-1918," Frederick P. Gibbon meticulously chronicles the poignant experiences of a pivotal British Army division during World War I. This comprehensive study employs a rich narrative style that balances meticulous historical detail with evocative storytelling, engaging readers with both the grim realities of warfare and the enduring spirit of the soldiers. Gibbon expertly weaves primary sources, including letters and diaries, with regimental records to create a tapestry of the division's formation, battles, and the socio-political context of the time, contributing significantly to the field of military history. Frederick P. Gibbon, an esteemed military historian, has devoted his scholarly career to exploring the complexities of World War I. His extensive research into veteran narratives and wartime documents highlights not only the tactical aspects of military engagements but also the profound human stories behind them. Gibbon's dedication to capturing the voices of those who served is rooted in his own family history, offering him a unique perspective on the legacy of the Great War. This book is an essential read for history enthusiasts, military scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the nuances of the First World War from a ground-level perspective. Gibbon's insights foster a greater appreciation for the sacrifices made by the 42nd Division, ensuring that their stories resonate well beyond the pages of history.
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GenreHistory
Length16 hrs 31 mins
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Publish dateMar 2, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD
46‘A’ SQUADRON, 1/1 DUKE OF LANCASTER’S OWN YEOMANRY
2PREFACE
4742nd (EAST LANCS.) DIVISIONAL R.F.A.
3MOVEMENTS FROM OUTBREAK OF WAR UNTIL ARMISTICE
48ROYAL ENGINEERS
4CHAPTER I LANCASHIRE AND EGYPT (August 1914—May 1915)
491/5 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
5CHAPTER II GALLIPOLI (May 1915)
501/6 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
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6CHAPTER III GALLIPOLI (June 1915—January 1916)
511/7 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
7CHAPTER IV THE SUEZ CANAL AND SINAI (January, 1916—March, 1917)
521/8 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
8CHAPTER V FRANCE (March-August 1917)
531/4 BATTALION EAST LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
9CHAPTER VI YPRES (September 1917)
541/5 BATTALION EAST LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
10CHAPTER VII NIEUPORT (October-November 1917)
551/9 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
11CHAPTER VIII LA BASSÉE (December 1917—March 1918)
561/10 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
12CHAPTER IX OPENING OF THE GERMAN OFFENSIVE (March 21—April 9, 1918)
571/5 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
13CHAPTER X ENTR’ACTE (April 9—August 20, 1918)
581/6 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
14CHAPTER XI THE BEGINNING OF THE END (August 21st—September 6th, 1918)
591/7 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
15CHAPTER XII THROUGH THE HINDENBURG LINE (September 7-30, 1918)
601/8 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
16CHAPTER XIII ACROSS THE RIVER SELLE (October 9-23, 1918)
617 BATTALION NORTHUMBERLAND FUSILIERS
17HEADQUARTERS STAFF
62ROYAL ARMY SERVICE CORPS
18‘A’ SQUADRON, 1/1 DUKE OF LANCASTER’S OWN YEOMANRY
631/1 EAST LANCASHIRE FIELD AMBULANCE
1942nd (EAST LANCS.) DIVISIONAL R.F.A.
64ROYAL ARMY VETERINARY CORPS
201st EAST LANCS. BRIGADE, R.F.A. (T.)
6542 BATTALION MACHINE GUN CORPS
212nd EAST LANCS. BRIGADE, R.F.A. (T.)
66Commander
223rd EAST LANCS. BRIGADE, R.F.A. (T.)
67A.D.C. 1.
234th EAST LANCS. BRIGADE, R.F.A. (T.)
68A.D.C. 2.
24210th Brigade, R.F.A. (T).
69G.S.O. 1.
25211th Brigade, R.F.A. (T.)
70G.S.O. 2.
2642nd DIVISIONAL AMMUNITION COLUMN
71G.S.O. 3.
27427 Field Coy., R.E.
72Intelligence Officer.
28428 Field Coy., R.E.
73A.A. and Q.M.G.
29429 Field Coy., R.E.
74D.A.A. and Q.M.G. (later D.A.A.G.)
3042nd Division Signal Coy., R.E.
75D.A.Q.M.G.
311/5 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
76A.D.M.S.
321/6 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
77D.A.D.M.S.
331/7 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
78Senior Chaplain.
341/8 BATTALION LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
79A.P.M. (later D.A.P.M.).
351/4 BATTALION EAST LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
80D.A.D.V.S.
361/5 BATTALION EAST LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
81D.A.D.O.S.
371/9 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
82DUKE OF LANCASTER’S OWN YEOMANRY (“A” SQUADRON)
381/10 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
83ROYAL ARTILLERY
391/5 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
84ROYAL ENGINEERS
401/6 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
85125th INFANTRY BRIGADE
411/7 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
86126th INFANTRY BRIGADE
421/8 BATTALION MANCHESTER REGIMENT
87127th INFANTRY BRIGADE
437 BATTALION NORTHUMBERLAND FUSILIERS
88ROYAL ARMY SERVICE CORPS
441/1 EAST LANCASHIRE FIELD AMBULANCE
89ROYAL ARMY MEDICAL CORPS
45DIVISIONAL AND BRIGADE HEADQUARTERS
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