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Two Texans, two world wars : my father and grandfather's stories : Robert Holmes and Charles Harwood / edited by Kathy Donneson.
- Format:
- Book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Soldiers--Texas--Biography.
- Soldiers.
- Soldiers--United States--Biography.
- World War, 1914-1918--Personal narratives, American.
- World War, 1914-1918.
- World War, 1914-1918--Veterans--Texas--Biography.
- World War, 1939-1945--Personal narratives, American.
- World War, 1939-1945.
- World War, 1939-1945--Veterans--Texas--Biography.
- Harwood, Charles Gerald, 1893-.
- Harwood, Charles Gerald.
- Holmes, Robert Stokely, 1918-.
- Holmes, Robert Stokely.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (56 pages)
- Edition:
- First edition.
- Place of Publication:
- London : Gretton Books, [2023]
- Summary:
- This book recounts the wartime experiences of two Texan soldiers, Charles Harwood and Robert Holmes, who served in World War I and World War II, respectively. Edited and introduced by Kathy Donneson, the stories provide a detailed perspective on their military service, personal reflections, and the historical context of the wars. Charles Harwood, a volunteer in WWI, narrates his journey from Texas to Europe, detailing his promotion to Lieutenant and his involvement in key battles such as the Meuse-Argonne Offensive. His poignant account of losing a fellow soldier, 'Dirty,' during a German submarine attack adds emotional depth to his narrative. Robert Holmes, drafted into WWII, shares his experiences as a Private First Class in the Battle of the Bulge and other significant engagements, highlighting the challenges of leaving his family and enduring intense combat. The book offers unique insights into the lives of these soldiers, their family legacies, and the impact of war on individuals and communities. It is intended for readers interested in military history, personal narratives, and the human aspect of war. Generated by AI.
- Contents:
- Intro
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Contents
- Illustrations
- Introduction
- 1. WWI: Charles G Harwood: The first casualty of the American forces or the night we lost 'Dirty'
- 2. WWII: Robert Holmes: The battle of the Bulge and in Germany
- Robert Holmes postscript
- Notes.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- Part of the metadata in this record was created by AI, based on the text of the resource.
- Description based on print version record.
- Other Format:
- Print version: Donneson, Kathy Two Texans, Two World Wars
- ISBN:
- 9781739206710
- 1739206711
- OCLC:
- 1406412937
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