Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of the Harvard Dead in the War Against Germany V1: The Vanguard is a historical book written by Mark Antony DeWolfe Howe and published in 1920. The book is a collection of memoirs, letters, and other writings that document the experiences of Harvard University graduates who fought and died in World War I. The first volume, titled The Vanguard, focuses on the early years of the war, from 1914 to 1916. It includes accounts from soldiers who served in various branches of the military, including the infantry, artillery, and aviation corps. The book provides a unique perspective on the war, as the authors were all highly educated men who had attended one of the most prestigious universities in the United States. The memoirs offer insights into the soldiers' motivations for enlisting, their training and deployment, and the challenges they faced on the battlefield. The book also includes a brief history of Harvard's involvement in the war effort, as well as a list of the university's casualties. Overall, Memoirs of the Harvard Dead in the War Against Germany V1: The Vanguard is a poignant and informative tribute to the sacrifices made by Harvard's graduates during World War I.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.
