Commanding An American Army: Recollections Of The World War

By Hunter Liggett and Hunter Ligget

Book Overview

""Commanding An American Army: Recollections Of The World War"" is a memoir written by General Hunter Liggett about his experiences leading American troops during World War I. The book provides a detailed account of Liggett's military career, from his early days as a cadet at West Point to his rise through the ranks to become a commanding general. Liggett's recollections offer a unique perspective on the war, as he was one of the few American generals to have served in both the European and Pacific theaters. He describes the challenges of leading troops in battle, including the difficulties of coordinating with allied forces and the constant threat of enemy fire. In addition to his accounts of military strategy and tactics, Liggett also offers insights into the personal toll of war. He writes about the loss of friends and comrades, as well as the physical and emotional strain of prolonged combat. Overall, ""Commanding An American Army"" provides a fascinating look at the experiences of a senior military leader during one of the most significant conflicts in modern history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I or the development of American military strategy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432561456
• ISBN13: 9781432561451
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"