Tommy at War 1914-1918
By John Sadler and Rosie Serdiville
THE HUMAN STORY OF THE GREAT WAR RECOUNTED BY THOSE WHO WERE THERE.
More than a century has passed since the Great War. Yet the legacy of the men who fought endures. In the trenches and on the battlefield, British soldiers united with their allies to fight valiantly for the cause.
This is their story. The experience of what it was like to serve. Not just on the Western Front but its rear echelons, as well those who defended the home front.
Many of the soldiers rushed to arms in a swell of patriotism. For others it was an opportunity to escape unemployment, troubles at home or tough manual labour. But their experience remained the same.
Combining rich anecdotes and unique testimony, John Sadler and Rosie Serdiville reveal remarkable tales of horror and suffering, but also the comradeship, exhilaration and bravery on the Western Front.
PRAISE FOR JOHN SADLER:
‘The genuine voice of the trenches and at times a surprisingly upbeat one.’ The Mail on Sunday
‘A vivid and in-depth account of the war to end all wars.’ Choice Magazine
‘Tommy At War is excellent in reminding us all what a varied and nuanced conflict it actually was . . . This is a good, clearly arranged, well-researched book with informative commentary about men and women who did all they were asked by their country.’ Sunday Express
‘This extraordinary book documents the ordeal of the Great War through the eyes of those who lived through it, with aspects of the horror and pain, balanced with stories of camaraderie, adventure, and even exhilaration.’ Discover Britain
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