Gallipoli Diary (Vol. 1&2) (eBook)

Ian Hamilton (Autor)

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2021
538 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406637992-6 (EAN)

Infos

Ian Hamilton's Gallipoli Diary (Vol. 1&2) offers readers a firsthand account of the Gallipoli Campaign during World War I, written in a detailed and engaging literary style. The book not only documents the military strategies and battles but also provides insight into the daily life of soldiers on both sides of the conflict. Hamilton's vivid descriptions and personal reflections immerse the reader in the harsh realities of war, making it a valuable historical resource. The diary format adds authenticity to the narrative, giving readers a sense of immediacy and intimacy with the events recounted. This two-volume set is a must-read for history enthusiasts and WWI scholars alike. Ian Hamilton, a British military commander who played a significant role in the Gallipoli Campaign, wrote Gallipoli Diary based on his own experiences and observations during the operation. His background in military strategy and leadership provides a unique perspective on the events unfolding in the diary, adding depth and credibility to the narrative. Hamilton's detailed accounts offer valuable insights into the complexities of war and the sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides of the conflict. I highly recommend Ian Hamilton's Gallipoli Diary (Vol. 1&2) to anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the Gallipoli Campaign and the human experiences of war. Hamilton's compelling narrative and authentic voice make this book a captivating and informative read, shedding light on a pivotal moment in history.

Autor

Ian Hamilton (1853-1947) was a British Army officer who, following an extensive British Imperial military career in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, commanded the Mediterranean Expeditionary Force in the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War. Along with his professional career Hamilton was a prolific writer. He published a volume of poetry and a novel. Examples of his written works include: The Fighting of the Future, Icarus, A Jaunt on a Junk, A Ballad of Hadji, and A Staff Officer's Scrapbook.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 7.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Neuzeit (bis 1918)
• Schlagworte: Allied Forces • amphibious landing • british army officer • entente powers • Gallipoli Peninsula • George Nicholas and Wilhelm • Historical account • military campaign • Old Gimlet Eye • Ottoman Empire • Paris 1919 The Radium Girls • Storm of Steel • The Art of War • The Great Influenza • The Last Lion • The Radium Girls • the sleepwalkers • The Splendid and the Vile • Winston Churchill • World War I