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Book Synopsis: “Richard Rubin has done something that will never be possible for anyone to do again. His interviews with the last American World War I veterans—who have all since died—bring to vivid life a cataclysm that changed our world forever but that remains curiously forgotten here.”—Adam Hochschild, author of To End All Wars: A Story of Loyalty and Rebellion, 1914–1918
In 2003, 85 years after the end of World War I, Richard Rubin set out to see if he could still find and talk to someone who had actually served in the American Expeditionary Forces during that colossal conflict. Ultimately, he found dozens, aged 101 to 113, from Cape Cod to Carson City, who shared with him at the last possible moment their stories of America’s Great War. Nineteenth-century men and women living in the twenty-first century, they were self-reliant, humble, and stoic, never complaining, but still marveling at the immensity of the war they helped win, and the complexity of the world they helped create. Though America has largely forgotten their war, you will never forget them, or their stories. A decade in the making, The Last of the Doughboys is the most sweeping look at America’s First World War in a generation, a glorious reminder of the tremendously important role America played in the war to end all wars, as well as a moving meditation on character, grace, aging, and memory.
“An outstanding and fascinating book. By tracking down the last surviving veterans of the First World War and interviewing them with sympathy and skill, Richard Rubin has produced a first-rate work of reporting.”—Ian Frazier, author of Travels in Siberia
“I cannot remember a book about that huge and terrible war that I have enjoyed reading more in many years.”—Michael Korda, The Daily Beast
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Discover the untold stories of America's forgotten heroes in the book, "The Last of the Doughboys: The Forgotten Generation and Their Forgotten World War". Written by Richard Rubin, this captivating masterpiece brings to life the cataclysmic events of World War I through the vivid recollections of the last American veterans. Unearthed after 85 years, these interviews provide a unique perspective on a war that forever changed our world. Don't let their sacrifices be forgotten. Immerse yourself in the profound tales of these extraordinary individuals.
Get ready for an immersive journey through time as Richard Rubin courageously seeks out and interviews those who served in the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. From coast to coast, he unearths firsthand accounts of the war from men and women who lived in the nineteenth century but found themselves navigating the complexities of the twenty-first. Filled with humility, resilience, and tales of unwavering bravery, "The Last of the Doughboys" is a remarkable tribute to the forgotten heroes of America's Great War.
Experience the most comprehensive and heartfelt exploration of America's First World War in a generation. "The Last of the Doughboys" is a testament to the immense contribution America made in the war to end all wars. Richard Rubin's decade-long dedication culminates in a deeply moving narrative that not only sheds light on the historical significance of the conflict but also provokes contemplation on the themes of character, grace, aging, and memory.
Don't miss out on this outstanding and engrossing read about one of the most significant events in human history. Gain firsthand insight into the First World War through the eyes of those who witnessed it. Join Richard Rubin on this unforgettable journey by ordering "The Last of the Doughboys: The Forgotten Generation and Their Forgotten World War" today.
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