Father Duffy's story : a tale of humor and heroism, of life and death with the…
"Father Duffy's Story: A Tale of Humor and Heroism, of Life and Death with the Fighting Sixty-Ninth" by Francis P. Duffy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This narrative documents the experiences of the 69th New York Infantry Regiment during World War I, focusing on the unique camaraderie and valor displayed by its members, particularly the author himself, who serves as the regiment's chaplain. The book intertwines humor
and poignant moments, showcasing the spirit of the Irish-American soldiers as they navigate the challenges of war. At the start of the book, the author introduces the context of the regiment's preparation for war as America declares its involvement in World War I. He recounts the vigorous recruitment efforts, the personalities of the men who joined, and the spirit of camaraderie that permeates the unit. Duffy emphasizes the pride and tradition behind the 69th, filled with humorous anecdotes about military life, the well-known camaraderie, and the cultural diversity among the soldiers. The opening chapters illustrate not only the preparations at home but also the early stages of training, hinting at the more substantial challenges and experiences that will unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Father Duffy's story : a tale of humor and heroism, of life and death with the Fighting Sixty-ninth
Original Publication
United States: George H. Doran Company, 1919.
Note
Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents
Preparations at home -- In training abroad -- the Lunéville sector -- The Baccarat sector -- The Champagne defensive -- The Battle of Ourcq -- After the battle -- The St. Mihiel offensive -- The Argonne offensive -- With the Army of Occupation -- Historical appendix by Joyce Kilmer -- Appendices: Regimental Record. Decorations, 165th Infantry. Officers who served in the 165th Infantry. Citations, 165th Infantry. Officers of New York Chapter "Rainbow Division". Board of Trustees of the 165th Infantry. Woman's Auxiliary to the 165th Infantry.
Credits
Bob Taylor, Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
