Publisher's Synopsis
A Galloper At Ypres And Some Subsequent Adventures is a memoir written by Patrick Richard Butler, first published in 1920. The book is a personal account of Butler's experiences as a galloper during World War I, serving in the British Army during the Battle of Ypres in 1914. Butler recounts the horrors of trench warfare, the constant shelling, and the challenges of delivering messages across the battlefield. He describes the bravery of his fellow soldiers, the camaraderie between them, and the devastating losses suffered by the British Army. The book also details Butler's subsequent adventures, including his capture by the Germans and his daring escape from a prisoner-of-war camp. He also writes about his experiences as a spy in Russia during the Russian Revolution. Overall, A Galloper At Ypres And Some Subsequent Adventures is a gripping and vividly detailed account of the realities of war and the bravery of those who fought in it. It provides a unique perspective on World War I and the tumultuous events that followed.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.
