Private Peat

"Private Peat" by Harold Reginald Peat is a gripping first-hand account of a Canadian soldier's journey through World War I. From the spark of patriotic duty inspired by his neighbors to the harsh realities of training and the front lines, the author vividly portrays the life of a private during wartime. The story follows the author’s enlistment in Edmonton, initial challenges with military rules about fitness, and the deep bonds formed among the new soldiers anticipating their adventure from Canada to the battlefields of France, all adding up to a powerful story that blends humor with the grim realities of war.