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The History of the American Expedition Fighting the Bolsheviki / Campaigning in North Russia 1918-1919

By Joel R. Moore
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A detailed wartime history and eyewitness account of the American expeditionary force's campaign in North Russia in 1918–1919, chronicling organization, troop movements, frontline engagements with Bolshevik forces, logistical challenges, harsh climate, and the toll of combat, disease, and exposure. The narrative combines official reports, officers' recollections, maps, and illustrations to reconstruct battles, defensive operations, and small-unit actions, while documenting interactions with local populations, medical evacuations, and commendations. Chapters examine command decisions, supply and transport difficulties in forested terrain, and the human cost among soldiers, concluding with assessments of the campaign's outcomes and lessons learned.

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Joel R. Moore

Joel R. Moore is an author known for his detailed account of military history, particularly his work "The History of the American Expedition Fighting the Bolsheviki / Campaigning in North Russia 1918-1919." This book provides a firsthand narrative of the American forces' involvement in the Russian Civil War, offering insights into the challenges faced by soldiers during this tumultuous period. Moore's writing contributes to the understanding of early 20th-century military engagements and the complexities of international conflict.

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