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Book Synopsis: This is the first study to analyze the content, training, and performance of a World War I draft division from its formation onward. The 82nd division consisted heavily of non-English speaking European immigrants and conscripts fresh from farming towns in Tennessee and North Carolina. Despite these apparent obstacles, it would evolve into an effective combat unit on the front lines of St. Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne. These All-Americans would prove that they could fight and accomplish several difficult missions in the Great War.
From its birth at Camp Gordon, Georgia, to the battlefields of the Western Front, the 82nd division became a highly successful combat unit through good leadership and hard work. After initial training in France by both British and French forces, the 82nd entered the trenches to face the Germans. Given a difficult mission during the St. Mihiel offensive, the diverse division performed well; and during the Meuse-Argonne battle, it achieved its objectives despite heavy casualties. Despite an early lack of preparation, this force would be a true American success story.
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Discover the untold story of The All-Americans at War: The 82nd Division in the Great War, 1917-1918. This groundbreaking book offers an unprecedented analysis of the formation, training, and remarkable performance of a World War I draft division. Comprised of non-English speaking European immigrants and green recruits from rural farming towns, the 82nd division defied all odds to become a highly effective combat unit on the front lines of St. Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne.
What sets this division apart is its sheer determination to succeed. From its early days at Camp Gordon, Georgia, to its heroic battles in France, the 82nd division exemplifies the American spirit of resilience and tenacity. Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles, the All-Americans overcame these adversities through the guidance of exceptional leadership and unrelenting hard work.
Unlike other divisions, the 82nd division underwent rigorous training under both British and French forces. This comprehensive preparation enabled them to seamlessly transition into the harsh reality of the trenches, ready to face the relentless German opposition. During the St. Mihiel offensive, the diverse composition of the division proved to be its greatest strength, as they brilliantly executed their assigned mission with exceptional precision.
But the true test of their mettle came during the Meuse-Argonne battle, where the 82nd division fearlessly charged forward, even in the face of heavy casualties. Against all odds, they achieved their objectives, leaving an indelible mark on the history of the Great War. This powerful narrative is not just a tale of perseverance and bravery—it is an authentic American success story in every sense of the word.
Don't miss your chance to own this captivating book that sheds light on a remarkable chapter of World War I history. Immerse yourself in the gripping accounts, insightful analysis, and inspiring tales of the All-Americans at War. Click here to get your copy now and relive the heroic journey of the 82nd division.
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