"I was there" with the Yanks on the western front, 1917-1919 by Cyrus Leroy Baldridge is an early 20th-century chronicle that delivers an intimate glimpse into the lives of American soldiers, or "doughboys", during World War I on the Western Front. Through striking sketches and heartfelt poetry, the narrative paints a vivid picture of the war's realities as seen through a soldier's eyes. The book highlights Baldridge's experiences as a camion driver and infantry private in France, with powerful illustrations and personal musings about daily trench life, the strong bonds between soldiers, and their interactions with the French people. Themes of hardship in military life, the supportive camaraderie among soldiers, the devastating brutality of war, and it's emotional impact on the soldiers are prominent throughout. Combining humor and sadness, Baldridge constructs a moving homage to the soldiers' spirit and the sense of shared humanity amidst destruction.
"I was there" with the Yanks on the western front, 1917-1919
By Cyrus Leroy Baldridge
Experience the Great War through the eyes of an American soldier as he faces hardship, finds brotherhood, and witnesses the unforgettable reality of trench warfare on the Western Front.
Summary
About the AuthorCyrus Leroy Baldridge was an artist, illustrator, author and adventurer. He was born to William Baldridge and Eliza Burgdorf Baldridge, in Alton, New York in 1889. When very young, his mother left his father and began a nomadic life as a traveling sales person, selling kitchen equipment from town to town. Devoted to this strong and independent woman, Baldridge's personality absorbed from her a spirit of quite exceptional individualism.
Cyrus Leroy Baldridge was an artist, illustrator, author and adventurer. He was born to William Baldridge and Eliza Burgdorf Baldridge, in Alton, New York in 1889. When very young, his mother left his father and began a nomadic life as a traveling sales person, selling kitchen equipment from town to town. Devoted to this strong and independent woman, Baldridge's personality absorbed from her a spirit of quite exceptional individualism.
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