
Pipeline To Battle: An Engineer's Adventures With The British Eighth Army - Paperback
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Availability:In StockContributor:Peter W. RainierTheme:Chronological Period/1940'sPublish date:9/10/2010Pages:312
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Kessinger PublishingISBN-13:9781163168981ISBN-10:116316898XUPC:9781163168981Book Category:Literary Collections, Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Military, Wars & ConflictsBook Topic:World War IISize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.65 inchesWeight:0.418Product ID:SCGN05G3GA
Pipeline To Battle: An Engineer�������s Adventures With The British Eighth Army is a memoir written by Peter W. Rainier about his experiences serving as an engineer with the British Eighth Army during World War II. The book provides a detailed account of Rainier's journey from his recruitment as an engineer in 1941 to his deployment in North Africa, Italy, and Greece.Rainier's narrative offers a unique perspective on the war effort, as he was responsible for constructing and maintaining the vital supply lines that kept the army moving forward. He describes the various challenges he faced, including harsh weather conditions, enemy attacks, and the constant need to improvise and adapt to changing circumstances.Throughout the book, Rainier also provides insight into the daily life of a soldier during the war, including the camaraderie among troops, the importance of morale, and the difficulties of being away from home for extended periods of time. He also reflects on the impact of the war on his own life and the lives of those around him.Overall, Pipeline To Battle is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on the experiences of an engineer serving with the British Eighth Army during World War II. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history, engineering, or the human experience of war.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.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Kessinger PublishingISBN-13:9781163168981ISBN-10:116316898XUPC:9781163168981Book Category:Literary Collections, Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Military, Wars & ConflictsBook Topic:World War IISize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.65 inchesWeight:0.418Product ID:SCGN05G3GA
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