The Doings of the Fifteenth Infantry Brigade: August 1914 to March 1915

"The Doings of the Fifteenth Infantry Brigade: August 1914 to March 1915" by Edward Gleichen is a historical record from the viewpoint of a commander during World War I. It recounts the Fifteenth Infantry Brigade's journey, starting with the orders to mobilize in August 1914, then assembling and moving to France to prepare for war. The commander presents the key people in the brigade, and highlights the blend of efficiency with confusion that soldiers met day to day. This account offers insight into the struggles and companionship experienced by soldiers during the challenges of war, hinting at the extreme situations to come on the battlefield.