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What if you could witness one of the most horrific battles of World War 1 through the eyes of a survivor? What if you could hear his thoughts, feel his emotions, and share his pain as he faced death and destruction on a massive scale? That's what you'll get when you read A Soldier's Tale: Albert Money at the Battle of Aubers Ridge, May, 1915. This book is a 11,000 word first-person account by British Army Private Albert Money of his experiences in the Battle of the Aubers Ridge, one of the bloodiest and most futile battles of World War 1. Seriously wounded by machine gun fire, he spent hours in No-man's land in a muddy ditch surrounded by the dead and dying, eventually crawling back to the British trenches. At the end of the battle, 10,000 British dead. Territory gained, not a single inch. But this book is more than just a war memoir. It also gives you a glimpse into the life of Albert Money before and after the war. You'll learn about his origins in a Northamptonshire farming family, his adventures as a peace-time soldier in the Americas, his emigration to Australia as a bridge carpenter, and his patriotic decision to re-enlist when war broke out in 1914. You'll also get a historical context for the Battle of the Aubers Ridge, including its causes, strategies, outcomes, and legacy. You'll understand why this battle was so important and so tragic for both sides of the conflict. A Soldier's Tale is a gripping and moving account of one man's courage and endurance in the face of unimaginable horror. It's a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. If you're interested in history, war, or human nature, you won't want to miss this book. Download it today and experience the reality of World War 1 like never before.

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