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Ancestor's Footsteps: The Somme 1916 (Your Ancestors' Footsteps) Kindle Edition

by Andrew Rawson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 6 ratings
This book answers one of biggest unanswered questions asked by visitors to the Somme; where did my ancestor fight? The combination of First World War battle accounts and annotated trench maps throughout this book, explains exactly what happened and where, and indexed orders of battle give the reader a quick reference to locate individual units.But the book goes further than this as carefully chosen viewpoints, which are practical for anyone exploring in a car, have been suggested. They give the visitor different perspectives of the ground where their ancestors fought and died; and in many cases are buried in an unmarked grave.There is useful information on the structure of the British Army and the weapons, equipment and uniforms the men used. Information on the different methods of attacks used, the development of tactics and life in the trenches is also included. As well as this, there is a guide to the key cemeteries, memorials and museums the visitor should consider seeing to complete a visit.This book will help the casual visitor walk in their ancestors footsteps across the Somme battlefield. It will also guide the regular visitor across different areas of the battlefield, away from the popular points, and help all visitors accomplish the rewarding experience of connecting the battles of the past with the terrain of today.
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  1. Print length
    348 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Pen & Sword Military
  4. Publication date
    August 31, 2016
  5. File size
    49.8 MB
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"This is a book I would take with me when going over there to see The Somme. In terms of finding where a relative fought while in the British Army either as a Canadian, Australian, or any of the other units the Brits brought to the fight this book is invaluable. Just reading through the units in the index is fascinating and reads like a Who’s Who of British Army history. I enjoyed reading this book and it’s whetted my appetite to further investigate this period of history!! I recommend it because it is well written and interesting."
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About the Author

Andrew Rawson is a freelance writer who has written over forty books covering many conflicts. They include eight books for Pen and Sword’s ‘Battleground Europe’ series and three reference books for The History Press’s ‘Handbook’ series. One covered all aspects of the British Army in the First World War. He has recently completed a ten part series on the British Expeditionary Force’s battles on the Western Front. He has a master’s history degree with Birmingham University.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01IV2C4TS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen & Sword Military; Annotated edition (August 31, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 31, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 49.8 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 348 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product and Service.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 7, 2022
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    The book is ideal and provides loads of info to support and add to that which I have gained. The service provided was excellent and I recommend Book Depository as a great organisation.
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  • SRB
    5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the best book on the subject The Somme
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 1, 2020
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    This book Is very detailed and essential if you are researching and planning a visit to the area. The detail in this book highlights the error of using 19th century foot soldiers technics against 20th century weapons. They did not have a chance against well dug in positions.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, Concise, Essential
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 26, 2018
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    Such a useful book for anyone planning a trip to the Somme. There are many guides on the market but what Rawson gives you is a clear day by day guide to the battle which allows the reader / family history nut to actually work out which places are the ones that feature in your own ancestors military career.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2017
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    Excellent book and service great. Thankyou..
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