The People of Devon in First World War
| Author | : David Parker |
| Publisher | : The History Press |
| Total Pages | : 402 |
| Release | : 2013-09-02 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780750953054 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0750953055 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The People of Devon in First World War by : David Parker
Download or read book The People of Devon in First World War written by David Parker and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2013-09-02 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thematically divided, this fascinating study explores the experiences of many of Devon’s people during the First World War: soldiers; aliens and spies (real and imagined); refugees; conscientious objectors; nurses and doctors; churchmen; the changing roles of women and children; and finally the controversies surrounding farming and agriculture. It provides a moving tribute to the price paid by Devon and its people during the War to End all Wars.
