The Brothers Of The Christian Schools During The War Of 1870-71 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428652385)

The book ""The Brothers of the Christian Schools During the War of 1870-71"" by J. D'Arsac is a historical account of the role played by the Brothers of the Christian Schools during the Franco-Prussian War. The book covers the period from the outbreak of the war in July 1870 to the signing of the Treaty of Frankfurt in May 1871.The Brothers of the Christian Schools were a religious order founded in France in the 17th century by Saint John Baptist de La Salle. They were dedicated to the education of young people, especially the poor. During the Franco-Prussian War, many of the Brothers were called upon to serve as chaplains, nurses, and teachers in the French army.The book provides a detailed account of the experiences of the Brothers during the war. It describes their efforts to provide spiritual and material support to the soldiers, as well as their work in hospitals and schools. The book also covers the challenges and dangers faced by the Brothers, including the risk of being captured by the enemy.Overall, ""The Brothers of the Christian Schools During the War of 1870-71"" is a fascinating historical account of the role played by the Brothers of the Christian Schools during one of the most significant conflicts of the 19th century. It provides valuable insights into the experiences of religious orders during times of war and the important role they play in supporting soldiers and civilians alike.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.

Author: J. D'Arsac
ISBN-10: 1428652388
ISBN-13: 9781428652385
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2006
Pages: 496
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.11d