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On the right of the British line

By Gilbert Nobbs
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A first-person memoir recounts an author's rapid deployment to the front, experiences in trenches and attacks on the Somme, being wounded, left on the battlefield and taken prisoner, and subsequent hospitalization and blindness. It follows captivity in German camps and hospitals, daily routines, parcels and canteen life, encounters with fellow prisoners, and eventual release, interweaving practical observations about rations, discipline, and the treatment of wounded with reflections on courage, loss, and the perspectives of those who wait at home.

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Gilbert Nobbs

Gilbert Nobbs was an author known for his work in military literature, particularly his book "On the Right of the British Line." This work provides insights into military strategy and the experiences of soldiers during a pivotal time in British history. Nobbs' writing reflects a keen understanding of the complexities of warfare and the human experience within it, contributing to the broader discourse on military history.

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