Earl John Chapman
Autor(a) de A Bard of Wolfe's Army: James Thompson, Gentleman Volunteer, 1733-1830
Obras por Earl John Chapman
A Bard of Wolfe's Army: James Thompson, Gentleman Volunteer, 1733-1830 (2010) — Editor — 7 exemplares
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- Obras
- 2
- Membros
- 9
- Popularidade
- #968,587
- Avaliação
- 5.0
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- 1
- ISBN
- 3
The editors have divided the book into three parts, the first presents an overview of James Thompson's life and the historic events he saw. The second section contains his firsthand anecdotes and recollections of those events. The third section is a biographical section providing information on the many people James met and interacted with during his military service and retirement.
A very interesting read which provides a unique perspective on The Seven Year's War. Thompson's recollections are full of humour and good will towards the people he met. He was especially fond of General Wolfe, and was involved with the funeral for his fallen hero, and helped commemorate both Wolfe and Montcalm with a statue in Quebec.… (mais)