The Cornhill Magazine (vol. XLII, no. 251 new series, May 1917)

"The Cornhill Magazine (vol. XLII, no. 251 new series, May 1917)" by Various is a collection of writings from the early 1900s that captures the feelings of the time, especially during World War I. It shares stories and articles that touch on what people were thinking about back then, covering war, life, and ideas. Inside, a tale called "Bring Up the Guns" by Boyd Cable tells about two friends, Jack Duncan and Hugh Morrison, who leave their ordinary jobs to become soldiers. They join the army together, dreaming of adventure, but soon face the hard truths of war. From signing up to getting ready and finally fighting, their story shows the strong bond between soldiers and the tough situations they had to face in the war.