Publisher's Synopsis
Kiltie McCoy: An American Boy With An Irish Name Fighting In France As A Scotch Soldier (1918) is a memoir written by Patrick Terrance McCoy. The book chronicles his experiences as an American soldier fighting in France during World War I. Despite his Irish heritage, McCoy joined the Scottish troops and wore a kilt into battle, earning him the nickname ""Kiltie."" The book provides a detailed account of McCoy's training, his interactions with fellow soldiers, and his experiences on the front lines. He describes the horrors of trench warfare and the constant danger he faced while fighting for his country. McCoy also reflects on the camaraderie he shared with his fellow soldiers and the bonds that were formed in the midst of war.Throughout the book, McCoy's Irish heritage and his decision to fight with the Scottish troops are recurring themes. He explores his own identity and the complexities of being a soldier with multiple cultural influences. Kiltie McCoy: An American Boy With An Irish Name Fighting In France As A Scotch Soldier (1918) provides a unique perspective on World War I and the experiences of American soldiers fighting overseas. It is a compelling memoir that offers insight into the personal struggles and triumphs of one soldier during a tumultuous time in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.