Francis And Riversdale Grenfell - John Buchan - Bog

""Francis and Riversdale Grenfell: A Memoir"" is a historical book written by John Buchan in 1920. The book is an account of the lives of Francis and Riversdale Grenfell, two brothers who served in the British army during World War I. The memoir details their upbringing, education, and military careers, as well as their close relationship with each other and their family.Francis and Riversdale Grenfell were both born into a wealthy family in the late 19th century. They attended Eton College and later went on to study at Oxford University. After completing their education, they both joined the British army and served in various conflicts around the world.During World War I, Francis and Riversdale were both sent to fight on the Western Front in France. They were known for their bravery and leadership skills, and both were awarded the Victoria Cross, the highest military honor in the British army.However, tragedy struck when Riversdale was killed in action in 1915. Francis was devastated by the loss of his brother and continued to serve in the army until the end of the war. He later went on to become a successful politician and diplomat.""Francis and Riversdale Grenfell: A Memoir"" is a touching tribute to two brave soldiers who gave their lives for their country. It is a well-researched and detailed account of their lives and military careers, and provides a fascinating insight into the experiences of British soldiers during World War I.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.