9781330667637 - Camp Travis and Its Part in the World War (Classic Reprint) de Johns, E. B. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader behind the scenes of Camp Travis, a major military training camp during the First World War. Through rich anecdotes, the author provides a vivid portrait of the campââ â¢s daily life, showcasing the diverse experiences of the soldiers who passed through its gates. The book delves into the intricacies of military organization, offering insights into the distinct roles of various departments, from the Quartermaster Corps responsible for supplying the army to the Utilities detachment tasked with maintaining the campââ â¢s infrastructure. Beyond its organizational structure, the book captures the human stories of the soldiers: their friendships, their hopes, and their anxieties as they prepared for war. The author reveals the campââ â¢s importance not only as a military training ground but also as a microcosm of American society, where soldiers from all walks of life came together under the banner of national service. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the human impact of the First World War, highlighting the challenges and triumphs that shaped the lives of the American soldiers who fought for their nation's future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.