A Short History of the 6th Division: Aug. 1914-March 1919
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"A Short History of the 6th Division: Aug. 1914-March 1919" by Sir Thomas Owen Marden is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the experiences and actions of the 6th Division of the British Army during World War I, detailing its formation, mobilization, and involvement in various significant battles. The author aims to provide a recorded history for those who served in the division, including their achievements and sacrifices throughout the war. The opening of the account begins with a preface explaining the author's motivation for compiling this history, noting the absence of documentation for the 6th Division due to its scattered units. It establishes the timeline of the division’s activities starting from its mobilization in August 1914, highlighting training periods and logistical moves to France. Marden aims to document the contributions of all involved, referencing the cooperation between infantry and artillery, and setting the stage for the division's involvement in key battles throughout the war.
A Short History of the 6th Division: Aug. 1914-March 1919, from the public domain. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #20115.
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18 Chapters
- 1.Preface373 words
- 2.Chapter I: Mobilization and Move to France222 words
- 3.Chapter II: Battle of the Aisne738 words
- 4.Chapter III: Move to the North and First Battle of Ypres1,176 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Armentieres706 words
- 6.Chapter V: Ypres Salient2,203 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Somme2,271 words
- 8.Chapter VII: Loos Salient2,135 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Cambrai2,770 words
- 10.Chapter IX: German Offensive of March 19182,687 words
- 11.Chapter X: Ypres Salient Again1,562 words
- 12.Chapter XI: The Allied Offensive in the South5,751 words
- 13.Chapter XII: The March to the Rhine and Occupation of Germany1,267 words
- 14.Appendix: I135 words
- 15.Appendix: II801 words
- 16.Appendix: III3,715 words
- 17.Appendix: IV1,537 words
- 18.Appendix: V2,033 words