The Bombardment of Reims

"The Bombardment of Reims" by Barr Ferree is a historical record from World War I that presents the devastating ordeal of Reims and its cathedral, which were under constant attack from September 1914 to September 1917. The book illustrates the extensive ruin brought on by artillery and air raids during the war. It shows the deep sense of loss felt by the city's residents and the world as a great center of art and architecture was almost destroyed. The story begins with an atmosphere of sadness, expressing strong disapproval about the terrible things that happened in Reims. It describes how destruction slowly built up over three years, with regular bombings described in great detail. The author looks at how little news the tragedies received and emphasizes the difference between what people in the city experienced and how the war was seen by the rest of the world. This beginning sets the base for the following in-depth timelines and stories, painting a vibrant picture of the horrors faced by the people and the importance of what they lost.