The American Red Cross in the Great War


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Die Geschichte des Amerikanischen Roten Kreuzes im Ersten Weltkrieg. Die Arbeit in den USA: die Organisation des Jugendverbandes, um die Arbeit trotz Krieg weiter aufrecht zu erhalten, die Hospitäler für verwundete Soldaten mit den jeweiligen Behandlungsschwerpunkten. Die Arbeit des Amerikanischen Roten Kreuzes an der Kriegsfront und in verschiedenen Europäischen Ländern.




The Red Cross Girls on the French Firing Line


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In 'The Red Cross Girls on the French Firing Line' by Margaret Vandercook, readers are transported to the tumultuous time of World War I, where a group of brave American nurses, known as the Red Cross Girls, serve on the front lines in France. The book combines a compelling narrative with detailed descriptions of the harsh realities of war, providing a captivating literary experience for readers interested in historical fiction. Vandercook's writing style is both informative and emotive, shedding light on the sacrifices made by individuals during wartime. The novel is reminiscent of other war memoirs from the early 20th century, offering a glimpse into the experiences of those who served in the Red Cross. Vandercook's attention to detail and character development make the story both realistic and engaging, keeping readers on the edge of their seats throughout the book. Margaret Vandercook, a prolific American author, drew inspiration for this novel from her own experiences serving as a Red Cross nurse during World War I. Her firsthand knowledge and dedication to honoring the work of nurses during the war shine through in 'The Red Cross Girls on the French Firing Line,' making it a must-read for history enthusiasts, war buffs, and fans of strong female protagonists.




Mirror of our Sorrows


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"Tremendous and enjoyable" - La Libre Belgique "A great success" - La Croix April, 1940. Louise Belmont runs naked down the boulevard du Montparnasse. To understand the traumatic scene she has just witnessed, she will have to plunge headlong into the madness of the Phoney War, as France, seized by the panic of a new European conflict, descends into chaos. Louise navigates this period of enormous upheaval in parallel with her fellow citizens - including Maginot Line conscripts Raoul and Gabriel, bistro-owner Monsieur Jules and confidence trickster Désiré Migault. The looming threat of German occupation uncovers long-buried secrets and makes for strange bedfellows, as one extraordinary twist of fate follows another. With characteristic wit and verve, Pierre Lemaitre chronicles the fall of a nation crushed by circumstance. The final novel in his award-winning trilogy is an incandescent tale that veers from the tragic to the burlesque. Translated from the French by Frank Wynne










The United States in World War I


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With the centennial of the First World War rapidly approaching, historian and bibliographer James T. Controvich offers in The United States in World War I: A Bibliographic Guide the most comprehensive, up-to-date reference bibliography yet published. Organized by subject, this bibliography includes the full range of sources: vintage publications of the time, books, pamphlets, periodical titles, theses, dissertations, and archival sources held by federal and state organizations, as well as those in public and private hands, including historical societies and museums. As Controvich’s bibliographic accounting makes clear, there were many facets of World War I that remain virtually unknown to this day. Throughout, Controvich’s bibliography tracks the primary sources that tell each of these stories—and many others besides—during this tense period in American history. Each entry lists the author, title, place of publication, publisher, date of publication, and page count as well as descriptive information concerning illustrations, plates, ports, maps, diagrams, and plans. The armed forces section carries additional information on rosters, awards, citations, and killed and wounded in action lists. The United States in World War I: A Bibliographic Guide is an ideal research tool for students and scholars of World War I and American history.




Poet Lore


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Anthology of Magazine Verse


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Vol. for 1958 includes "Anthology of poems from the seventeen previously published Braithwaite anthologies."