The Grenadier Guards in the Great War of 1914-1918, Vol. 3 of 3

"The Grenadier Guards in the Great War of 1914-1918, Vol. 3 of 3" by Frederick Ponsonby is a historical record that captures the courage and hardship faced by the Grenadier Guards during the intense battles of World War I, specifically between February and November 1918. The story plunges into the grim reality of trench warfare, recounting the strategic decisions and fierce combat experiences of the soldiers. It begins by setting the stage with the 4th Battalion of the Grenadier Guards entering the Thirty-First Division and their initial, challenging experiences in the trenches, including a significant German raid that tested their strength and resolve. Through first-hand accounts and descriptions of officers' bravery during relentless attacks, the book paints a vivid picture of the valor, selflessness, and harsh truths of war experienced by those on the front lines.