A raw and unfiltered glimpse into the lives of soldiers who endured the Great War.

Baptism by Fire is a powerful compilation of letters and first-hand accounts written by British, Irish, American, and French soldiers who served on the front lines of World War I. Selected for their honesty and vivid detail, these testimonies reveal the harsh realities of trench warfare, the weight of mental and emotional strain, and the enduring spirit of survival amid unimaginable hardship.

Within these pages, you'll discover:

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Candid descriptions of battlefield conditions and daily life under fire

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Heartbreaking letters to loved ones, filled with both tenderness and despair

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Tales of selfless acts of gallantry and camaraderie among men at war

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The devastating experience of captivity as prisoners of war

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Above all, the relentless will to survive in the face of unprecedented conflict

Both poignant and haunting, these voices speak across more than a century, offering modern readers an authentic connection to the men who lived -- and often died -- through the First World War.

For readers of military history, personal memoirs, and soldier letters, Baptism by Fire is a testament to endurance, sacrifice, and the human spirit in wartime.

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• Publication Date: May 21, 2018
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• Print Length: 120 Pages
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