World War 1 memoir

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theatrically_inclined

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I have (finally) scanned, and edited my Grandfather's World War 1 memoirs, and they are now available as a book on Amazon - and other online sellers.
There is a web site: https://www.trenchesandtrees.org/
and the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DKC27VVG

It is not an encyclopaedic record, but it is a true account of his army exploits. Despite his claim to be uneducated, his writing has a colourful style, punctuated by his unique humour and descriptive narrative of the often pitiful conditions he and his comrades were subjected to.
 
Adanor said:
My uncle also fought in WWI but I don't know anything more than that.
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If you have a name and they were cared for by the US Veterans Administration this site might help you locate some details.
www.vlm.cem.va.gov

Welcome to the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) | Find your Veteran

VLM honors Veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces with memorial pages. Search for your Veteran’s name along with service branch service, war period and cemetery. Share their stories, memories and more.
www.vlm.cem.va.gov

If he died and is interred in Europe this site is also an excellent resource.

Search ABMC Burials and Memorials | American Battle Monuments Commission

About Search ABMC Burials and Memorializations:
www.abmc.gov www.abmc.gov
 
theatrically_inclined said:
I have a side-project some members might be interested in ...

I have (finally) scanned, and edited my Grandfather's World War 1 memoirs, and they are now available as a book on Amazon - and other online sellers.
There is a web site: https://www.trenchesandtrees.org/
and the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DKC27VVG

It is not an encyclopaedic record, but it is a true account of his army exploits. Despite his claim to be uneducated, his writing has a colourful style, punctuated by his unique humour and descriptive narrative of the often pitiful conditions he and his comrades were subjected to.
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For those in the US you can use the link below. Very reasonably priced. Looking forward to reading it!
 
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Marianna said:
One of my uncles was in the US Navy during World War I, but I have no further information about his service, except that he survived and learned the machinists trade while he was in the Navy.
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My great grandfather was a regimental tailor during WW1 so was classed as a reserved occupation. From vague memory my Nan told me how he made the officers uniforms. I was disinterested in my youth when I was told the stories, but what I'd give now to have her back and really question her on this subject
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