Excerpt from My Galahad of the Trenches: Being a Collection of Intimate Letters of Lieut. Vinton a Dearing
At sixteen he came home from Japan to join his elder brother at Colgate University, leaving an empty place in our home which we tried to fill with precious memories of him. His letters during his four years of college life showed the boy growing into a man, reaching out to high ideals of leader ship and service, yet always in his own esti mation falling short of the goal he had set.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of deeply personal and intimate letters written by Lieutenant Vinton A. Dearing during his service in the trenches of World War I. These letters, originally written to his mother and a handful of close friends, offer a rare and unvarnished glimpse into the life of a young American soldier on the front lines. Through his vivid prose, Dearing captures the camaraderie, hardships, joys, and fears experienced by those who fought in the Great War. As the letters progress, Dearing, initially hesitant about his military duties, evolves into a resolute and courageous soldier, driven by a deep sense of patriotism and a profound love for his family and friends. These letters not only chronicle the experiences of one young man but also serve as a testament to the countless sacrifices made by soldiers throughout history. The author's thoughtful and articulate reflections on themes of heroism, love, family, and duty will resonate deeply with readers, offering insights into the human experience that transcend time and conflict. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781331340324_0
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