In the Ranks of the C.I.V. by Erskine Childers

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Author Childers, Erskine, 1870-1922
Title In the Ranks of the C.I.V.
Note Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "In the Ranks of the C.I.V." by Erskine Childers is a narrative and diary recounting the personal experiences of a soldier during the Second Boer War, written in the early 20th century. The work provides a first-hand look at military life, focusing on the experiences of Driver Erskine Childers as he embarks on his journey from England to South Africa with the C.I.V. Battery of the Honourable Artillery Company. The narrative captures themes of camaraderie, hardship, and the transition from civilian to soldier, detailing the challenges faced by Childers and his comrades. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to a wintry early morning in St. John's Wood Barracks as Childers prepares to embark for South Africa. It vividly describes the harrowing ride through snow, the struggles of embarkation, and the camaraderie among the men. The men grapple with the rigorous demands of soldier life, including riding and caring for horses on a cramped troopship, amidst the chaos of their transition from civilian comforts to military duty. Additionally, Childers's reflections on the monotony and hardships of daily military life, along with insights into his character and relationships, set the foundation for understanding the soldier's mindset as they move toward their deployment in a distant land. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Childers, Erskine, 1870-1922 -- Diaries
Subject Great Britain. Army. Honourable Artillery Company
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Campaigns
Subject South African War, 1899-1902 -- Personal narratives, British
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EBook-No. 13235
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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