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The Leicestershires beyond Baghdad

By Edward John Thompson
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A firsthand account recounts the 7th Division's Mesopotamian operations, concentrating on campaigns to secure a railhead and to capture Tekrit and Samarra. It interweaves tactical descriptions of engagements, battalion and brigade movements, and map-supported locational detail with personal notebooks, regimental war-diaries, and veterans' recollections. The narrative highlights the practical effects of censorship on press reporting, emphasizes unit-level comradeship and humour under strain, and offers clear, often granular reportage of fighting, logistics, and the sequence of actions that consolidated positions beyond Baghdad.

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Edward John Thompson

Edward John Thompson was an English author and military officer known for his work that reflects on his experiences during World War I. His notable book, "The Leicestershires beyond Baghdad," provides a vivid account of the British military campaign in Mesopotamia, offering insights into the challenges faced by soldiers in that theater of war. Thompson's writing captures both the historical context and the personal narratives of those involved, contributing to the understanding of military history and the human experience during conflict.

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