The Flags of Our Fighting Army by Stanley C. Johnson
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| Author | Johnson, Stanley C. (Stanley Currie), 1878- |
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| LoC No. | 19007323 |
| Title |
The Flags of Our Fighting Army Including standards, guidons, colours and drum banners |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Flags of Our Fighting Army" by Stanley C. Johnson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive examination of the standards, guidons, colours, and drum banners of the British Army, delving into their significance and evolution throughout history. It likely appeals to readers interested in military history, heraldry, and the traditions of the British armed forces. The opening of the book highlights the deep respect and reverence that military flags and colours have commanded throughout history, tracing their significance back to Roman times. It shares compelling anecdotes of bravery associated with these flags, such as soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect them during battles like Isandlwana and Alma. Johnson further explains current regulations regarding military colours, emphasizing the solemnity surrounding their handling both in wartime and peacetime. This introduction sets a tone of reverence for the subject matter, showcasing the flags as symbols of honor and tradition within the British Army. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UC: Military science: Maintenance and transportation |
| Subject | Flags -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56830 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 123 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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