The Fifth Leicestershire (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781023155847)

"The Fifth Leicestershire: A Record Of The 1/5th Battalion The Leicestershire Regiment, T. F., During The War, 1914-1919" by J.D. Hills offers a detailed historical account of a British Army battalion's experience during World War I. This meticulously prepared record chronicles the 1/5th Battalion of the Leicestershire Regiment, providing invaluable insight into their service.

A significant contribution to military history, the book explores the battalion's movements, engagements, and the daily realities faced by its soldiers throughout the conflict. Readers interested in the Leicestershire Regiment, the broader British Army, and the impact of World War I will find this a compelling and informative resource.

Originally published shortly after the war, this edition preserves the vital primary source material and offers a direct connection to the past. It serves as a testament to the sacrifices made and the challenges overcome during one of history's most pivotal periods. A key resource for understanding the war and the role of this specific battalion within it.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

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Author: John David Hills
ISBN-10: 1023155842
ISBN-13: 9781023155847
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Language: English
Published: 03/28/2025
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d