Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""War Diary of the Fifth Seaforth Highlanders, 51st Highland Division"" by D. Sutherland is a historical account of the experiences of the Fifth Seaforth Highlanders during World War II. The book is a compilation of official war diaries and personal accounts of the soldiers who fought in the 51st Highland Division. The author, D. Sutherland, was a member of the Fifth Seaforth Highlanders and was responsible for maintaining the division's war diary.The book provides a detailed chronology of the division's movements, battles, and engagements throughout the war. It covers the division's participation in the North African campaign, the invasion of Sicily, and the subsequent campaigns in Italy. The book also includes accounts of the division's experiences during the Normandy landings and the subsequent battles in France and Belgium.The war diary provides a unique insight into the daily life of soldiers during the war. It covers topics such as training, equipment, and morale, as well as the challenges and hardships faced by soldiers on the front lines. The book also includes personal accounts of soldiers who fought in the division, providing a human perspective on the war.Overall, ""War Diary of the Fifth Seaforth Highlanders, 51st Highland Division"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War II, particularly the experiences of soldiers on the front lines. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the division's experiences throughout the war, and is a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought in the Fifth Seaforth Highlanders.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.
