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War And Remembrance: The Story Of The American Battle Monuments Commission (Ausa Books),Used
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No soldier could ask for a sweeter resting place than on the field of glory where he fell. The land he died to save vies with the one which gave him birth in paying tribute to his memory, and the kindly hands which so often come to spread flowers upon his earthly coverlet express in their gentle task a personal affection.'General John J. PershingTo remember and honor the memory of the American soldiers who fought and died in foreign wars during the past hundred years, the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) was established. Since the agency was founded in 1923, its sole purpose has been to commemorate the soldiers' service and the causes for which their lives were given. The twentyfive overseas cemeteries honoring 139,000 combat dead and the memorials honoring the 60,314 fallen soldiers with no known graves are among the most beautiful and meticulously maintained shrines in the world.In the first comprehensive study of the ABMC, Thomas H. Conner traces how the agency came to be created by Congress in the aftermath of World War I, how the cemeteries and monuments the agency built were designed and their locations chosen, and how the commemorative sites have become important 'outposts of remembrance' on foreign soil. War and Remembrance powerfully demonstrates that these monumentsliving sites that embody the role Americans played in the defense of freedom far from their own shoresassist in understanding the interconnections of memory and history and serve as an inspiration to later generations.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'War and Remembrance'? A: 'War and Remembrance' explores the establishment and role of the American Battle Monuments Commission in honoring American soldiers who fought and died in foreign wars, focusing on the significance of memorials and cemeteries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'War and Remembrance' is Thomas H. Conner.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'War and Remembrance' contains 376 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'War and Remembrance' published? A: 'War and Remembrance' was published on October 5, 2018.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: 'War and Remembrance' is suitable for adult readers interested in history, military studies, and memorialization.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'War and Remembrance' is sold as a new item.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'War and Remembrance' is categorized under Landmarks & Monuments.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not specify if the book includes illustrations or photographs.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: There is no specific edition mentioned for 'War and Remembrance'.