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America's War for HumanityThomas Herbert Russell

America's War for Humanity

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Original author: Thomas Herbert Russell

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"America's War for Humanity" by Thomas Herbert Russell is a historical account written in the early 20th century, focusing on the events surrounding the United States' involvement in World War I. The work examines various aspects of the war, including the motivations for American entry, the military strategies employed, and the profound impact of these events on both the nation and the world. The opening of the book introduces readers to the context of World War I, highlighting the devastation of Europe, particularly France and Belgium, as well as the political landscape that influenced the U.S. decision to join the war. Russell outlines the historical antecedents of the conflict, emphasizing Germany's militaristic policies and the perceived threats to democracy and humanity. Through the lens of personal experiences and political observations, the text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the reasons why America ultimately resolved to intervene, driven by a strong sense of justice and the desire to protect democratic ideals.

America's War for Humanity, by Thomas Herbert Russell. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #10147.

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39 Chapters

  1. 1.Front Matter1,378 words
  2. 2.Preface4,849 words
  3. 3.Chapter I: Why We Went to War3,444 words
  4. 4.Chapter II: United States Enters the War (1)8,772 words
  5. 5.Chapter II: United States Enters the War (2)8,747 words
  6. 6.Chapter II: United States Enters the War (3)4,806 words
  7. 7.Chapter III: Americans at Chateau Thierry4,039 words
  8. 8.Chapter IV: American Victory at St. Mihiel3,459 words
  9. 9.Chapter V: The War in the Air4,181 words
  10. 10.Chapter VI: Causes of the War3,124 words
  11. 11.Chapter VII: The Invasion of Belgium4,074 words
  12. 12.Chapter VIII: Britain Raises an Army3,198 words
  13. 13.Chapter IX: Early Battles of the War7,855 words
  14. 14.Chapter X: German Advance on Paris2,872 words
  15. 15.Chapter XI: Battle of the Marne6,957 words
  16. 16.Chapter XII: The Russian Campaign6,950 words
  17. 17.Chapter XIII: The Austro-Servian Campaign2,344 words
  18. 18.Chapter XIV: Stories From the Battlefield11,372 words
  19. 19.Chapter XV: The Mystery of the Fleets4,567 words
  20. 20.Chapter XVI: Submarines and Mines1,716 words
  1. 21.Chapter XVII: Aero-Military Operations2,540 words
  2. 22.Chapter XVIII: Battle of the Aisne9,400 words
  3. 23.Chapter XIX: Fall of Antwerp4,233 words
  4. 24.Chapter XX: The Wounded and Prisoners2,600 words
  5. 25.Chapter XXI: Horrors of the War2,341 words
  6. 26.Chapter XXII: Later Events of the War (1)8,732 words
  7. 27.Chapter XXII: Later Events of the War (2)6,636 words
  8. 28.Chapter XXIII: Sinking of the Lusitania775 words
  9. 29.Chapter XXIV: A Summer of Slaughter5,345 words
  10. 30.Chapter XXV: Second Winter of War9,067 words
  11. 31.Chapter XXVII: The World's Greatest Sea Fight3,201 words
  12. 32.Chapter XXVIII: Battles East and West9,728 words
  13. 33.Chapter XXIX: Continuation of War in 19174,140 words
  14. 34.Chapter XXX: Gen. Pershing's Own Story5,184 words
  15. 35.Chapter XXXI: When the Days of Reckoning Dawned6,497 words
  16. 36.Chapter XXXII: Home Follows the Flag2,006 words
  17. 37.Chapter XXXIII: Terms of the Armistice3,613 words
  18. 38.Chapter XXXIV: Honor to the Victors4,244 words
  19. 39.Chapter XXXV: Chronology of World War3,758 words