The First Canadians in France by F. McKelvey Bell

"The First Canadians in France" by F. McKelvey Bell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the experiences of Canadian soldiers and medical personnel during World War I, specifically focusing on their arrival and establishment of military hospitals in France. It highlights themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the challenges faced by the medical corps in a war zone. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to a diverse group of Canadian soldiers and non-commissioned officers who arrive in France during the war. The opening chapter describes their chaotic assembly and the bond formed under the leadership of their Colonel. The story captures their initial experiences aboard a fleet of ships to England, the excitement of landing on foreign soil, and their journey towards becoming the first Canadians to set foot in France during the war. The humorous interactions between characters and the vivid descriptions of their environment set the stage for a poignant exploration of military life and humanity amidst the harsh realities of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Creator Bell, F. McKelvey (Frederick McKelvey), 1878-1931
Illustrator Fulleylove, Christopher
Title The First Canadians in France
The Chronicle of a Military Hospital in the War Zone
Credits Produced by Al Haines
Reading Level Reading ease score: 79.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Personal narratives, Canadian
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Hospitals -- France
Category Text
eBook-No. 46300
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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