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An English woman-sergeant in the Serbian Army

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A firsthand wartime memoir by an English volunteer who begins as a nurse in Serbian hospitals, endures a typhus epidemic, and subsequently serves in a fighting capacity, becoming a sergeant. The narrative follows ambulance work, skirmishes and cold-weather engagements, the chaotic retreat over mountain passes, and coastal evacuations. It emphasizes daily improvisation, shortages of food and medical supplies, and close bonds among soldiers and medical staff. Episodes on mountain campaigns, the Albanian passage and later refuge on offshore islands are presented as a vivid account of physical hardship, military action, and human resilience.

About the Author

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Flora Sandes

Flora Sandes was a remarkable figure known for her unique role as a woman in the military during World War I. She served as a sergeant in the Serbian Army, a position that was highly unusual for women at the time. Her experiences and insights are captured in her notable work, "An English woman-sergeant in the Serbian Army," where she recounts her adventures and the challenges she faced. Sandes's contributions provide a fascinating perspective on the war and the role of women in combat, highlighting her bravery and determination in a predominantly male sphere.

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