Dover and Folkestone During the Great War by Michael George

Dover and Folkestone During the Great War by Michael George

For centuries the south coast of Kent - in particular the ports of Dover and Folkestone - have been England's front line, as her enemies have planned invasions and launched attacks from just across the Channel. During the Great War of 1914-1918 these two towns were again vulnerable to enemy action, and they played a vital role in war effort. As this well-researched and highly illustrated book shows, the people of the Channel Ports suffered from bombardment by air and sea. They also played a significant role in the experience of the men who fought in the Great War. For the humble soldier, this stretch of coastline had a personal meaning - it represented 'Blighty'. It might be the last thing the departing Tommy would see of his country and, for a soldier returning wounded or on leave, the White Cliffs on the horizon were his first glimpse of home.

George, Michael: - Michael George is a retired carpenter who also worked with the old main frame computers, managed a 24/7 old time service station, managed a small dairy farm, and even picked potatoes with migrant Mexican farm workers. He has been married over fifty years and is the father of five children and countless grandchildren and great grandchildren. After living for eighteen years in Arizona and Georgia, he and his wife now live back in Minnesota.

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ISBN 13	9781844158423
ISBN 10	184415842X
Title	Dover and Folkestone During the Great War
Author	Michael George
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Year published	2009-02-20
Number of pages	224
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