The War History of the 4th Battalion, the London Regiment (Royal Fusiliers), 1914-1919

"The War History of the 4th Battalion, the London Regiment (Royal Fusiliers), 1914-1919" by Captain F. Clive Grimwade, chronicles the tumultuous journey of the 4th Battalion during World War I. Starting with the rush of mobilization and training, the book traces the Battalion's significant battles, including engagements at Neuve Chapelle and Ypres. It highlights the detailed history of the Battalion from the English Civil War to its crucial role in the Great War. It details the soldiers' transformation from civilian life to defenders of their nation, capturing their sense of duty and pride as they faced the immense challenges and sacrifices that lay ahead on the war-torn battlefields of Europe.