Publisher's Synopsis
Service With Fighting Men is a memoir written by Frederick Harris, a British soldier who served in the First World War. The book chronicles Harris' experiences as a soldier, from his enlistment in 1914 to his discharge in 1919. Harris served in the Royal Field Artillery and saw action in several major battles, including the Battle of the Somme and the Battle of Passchendaele. Throughout the book, Harris provides a vivid and detailed account of life in the trenches, describing the harsh conditions, the constant danger, and the camaraderie that developed among the soldiers. He also reflects on the impact of war on his own mental and physical health, as well as on the lives of the men around him. In addition to his personal experiences, Harris also provides insight into the broader context of the war, discussing the strategies and tactics employed by both sides and commenting on the political and social factors that contributed to the conflict. Overall, Service With Fighting Men offers a compelling and poignant account of one man's experience of the First World War, providing a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in world 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.