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My .75: Reminiscences of a Gunner of a .75m/m Battery in 1914

By Paul Lintier
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A first-person account by an artillery gunner recounts mobilization, barrack life, marches, combat episodes, and small human details of comradeship, fear, and humor. The narrative alternates brief action scenes with reflective passages about duty, sacrifice, and the grim realities of frontline service, offering vivid impressions of bombardment, routine maintenance, and interactions with civilians and fellow soldiers. Prefatory commentary frames the memoir as an unadorned, poignant witness to wartime experience and the qualities of youth under strain.

About the Author

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Paul Lintier

Paul Lintier was a military author known for his poignant memoir, "My .75: Reminiscences of a Gunner of a .75m/m Battery in 1914." This work provides a personal account of his experiences as a gunner during World War I, offering insights into the challenges and realities faced by soldiers in the field. Lintier's writing captures the emotional and physical toll of war, contributing to the broader understanding of the soldier's experience during this tumultuous period in history. His reflections serve as both a historical document and a literary exploration of courage and resilience.

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