The History of the 9th (Scottish) Division
By M. C. Ewing
Length14h 45m
About this audiobook
"The History of the 9th (Scottish) Division" by M. C. Ewing is a detailed and reverent chronicle of one of the most distinguished infantry divisions of the British Army during the First World War, capturing the grit, sacrifice, and unwavering spirit of its soldiers on the Western Front. Through firsthand accounts, military records, and vivid battlefield descriptions, Ewing traces the division's formation, its key engagements in some of the war's most brutal conflicts—such as Loos, the Somme, and Passchendaele—and the camaraderie and courage that defined its legacy. More than just a record of movements and battles, the book serves as a tribute to the men who bore the hardship of trench warfare, endured unimaginable losses, and upheld a fierce sense of duty in the face of relentless destruction. For modern readers, it offers a sobering reflection on the human cost of war and a deeper appreciation for the resilience of ordinary individuals thrust into extraordinary circumstances. In an era where the personal toll of conflict can be overshadowed by strategic narratives, Ewing's account brings the lived experience of war back into focus. This history will speak most deeply to readers interested in military history, World War I scholarship, or anyone seeking to understand the personal bravery and national identity forged in one of history's most defining conflicts.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length14 hrs 45 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 17, 2025
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2THE HISTORY OF THE 9TH (SCOTTISH) DIVISION 1914-1919
3CHAPTER II FIRST EXPERIENCES IN FRANCE May 1915 to September 1915
4CHAPTER III BATTLE OF LOOS[11] 25th to 28th September 1915
5CHAPTER IV THE SALIENT AND “PLUG STREET” October 1915 to May 1916
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6CHAPTER V THE CAPTURE OF BERNAFAY WOOD, AND THE BATTLES FOR TRONES WOOD July 1916
7CHAPTER VI LONGUEVAL AND DELVILLE WOOD July 1916
8CHAPTER VII THE BUTTE DE WARLENCOURT October 1916
9CHAPTER VIII ARRAS November 1916 to April 1917
10CHAPTER IX THE BATTLES OF ARRAS The Actions of 9th April, 12th April, 3rd May, 5th June 1917
11CHAPTER X PASSCHENDAELE, 1917 Actions of the 20th September and the 12th October
12CHAPTER XI PREPARATIONS FOR DEFENCE October 1917 to 21st March 1918
13The history of the 9th (Scottish) Division
14CHAPTER XII GERMANY’S SUPREME EFFORT 21st to 29th March 1918
15CHAPTER XIII THE GERMAN OFFENSIVE IN FLANDERS April 1918
16CHAPTER XIV METEREN AND HOEGENACKER RIDGE May to September 1918
17CHAPTER XV FROM YPRES TO LEDEGHEM 28th September to 14th October 1918
18CHAPTER XVI FROM LEDEGHEM TO THE SCHELDT 14th October to 27th October 1918
19CHAPTER XVII CONCLUSION 28th October 1918 to 15th March 1919
20APPENDIX I
21APPENDIX II
22APPENDIX III
23APPENDIX IV
24APPENDIX V
25APPENDIX VI
26APPENDIX VII
27APPENDIX VIII
28MAPS
299TH (SCOTTISH) DIVISION MEMORIAL
30The history of the 9th (Scottish) Division
31INTRODUCTION
32The history of the 9th (Scottish) Division
33FOOTNOTES:
34The history of the 9th (Scottish) Division
35PREFACE
36The history of the 9th (Scottish) Division
37CHAPTER I ARMS AND THE MAN August 1914 to May 1915
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