Forward, March - Kirk Munroe - Bog

Forward, March: A Tale Of The Spanish-American War is a historical fiction novel written by Kirk Munroe and originally published in 1899. The book follows the story of a young man named Jack Merrill, who enlists in the United States Army to fight in the Spanish-American War. Jack is initially hesitant to join the army, but is inspired by the patriotic fervor sweeping the country and the desire to prove his worth as a man. The novel takes readers on a journey through the war, from the excitement and anticipation of training camp to the brutal reality of combat on the front lines. Along the way, Jack forms close bonds with his fellow soldiers and experiences the horrors of war firsthand. He also falls in love with a young woman named Ethel, who is waiting for him back home.As the war comes to a close, Jack and his comrades are hailed as heroes for their bravery and sacrifice. However, they also grapple with the emotional toll of their experiences and the question of whether the war was truly worth fighting.Overall, Forward, March: A Tale Of The Spanish-American War is a gripping and emotionally charged novel that offers a vivid depiction of one of America's most significant conflicts. It explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the human cost of war, and is sure to captivate readers with its compelling narrative and rich historical detail.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.