The Autobiography of Sergeant William Lawrence : A Hero of the Peninsular and Waterloo Campaigns

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lawrence, William, 1791-1867

Contributor:

Nugent-Bankes, George

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Autobiography of Sergeant William Lawrence" by William Lawrence is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This memoir provides a personal narrative of a soldier's experiences during significant military campaigns, particularly the Peninsular War and the Battle of Waterloo. The text is likely to appeal to readers interested in military history, offering a unique perspective from an ordinary soldier's viewpoint amidst the grand narratives of war. The opening of the autobiography introduces Sergeant William Lawrence, detailing his humble beginnings in Dorset, England, and the hardships that led him to leave his apprenticeship as a builder to enlist in the military. He describes his early life, the challenges he faced with his master, and his eventual decision to escape and join the army. It captures Lawrence's transition from an inexperienced lad seeking adventure to a soldier destined to participate in the harsh realities of war. The narrative establishes a personal voice rich with humor and authenticity, setting the tone for a life shaped by discipline, camaraderie, and the complexities of serving in the British army during tumultuous times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2009-06-28