On the Road to Bagdad: A Story of Townshend's Gallant Advance on the Tigris

Name: On the Road to Bagdad: A Story of Townshend's Gallant Advance on the Tigris
Author: F. S. Brereton

By F. S. Brereton

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An episodic military adventure follows young officers and their comrades during a hazardous advance along the Tigris, alternating between frontier cantonments, cavalry rides, riverine motor-boat actions, cutting-out and amphibious expeditions, capture and breakout, and the pursuit of an enemy operative. Encounters with local guides and sudden skirmishes test the men’s resourcefulness, while character-focused episodes show bonds of loyalty, the improvisations of small‑unit warfare, and the persistence required to press forward through desert terrain toward their strategic objective.

About the Author

F. S. Brereton

F. S. Brereton was a British author known for his adventure novels aimed primarily at young readers. His works often explore themes of bravery, exploration, and historical events, making them popular in the early 20th century. Among his notable titles is "A Boy of the Dominion: A Tale of Canadian Immigration," which reflects his interest in the stories of young protagonists facing challenges in new lands. Brereton's narratives frequently incorporate military history and colonial adventures, as seen in works like "A Gallant Grenadier: A Tale of the Crimean War" and "In the Grip of the Mullah: A Tale of Adventure in Somaliland." His storytelling captures the spirit of adventure and the complexities of the era.