The A. E. F.: Who They Were, What They Did, How They Did It (1920) - Hardcover

The A.E.F.: Who They Were, What They Did, How They Did It is a historical book written by Willis Rowland Skillman in 1920. The book provides an in-depth account of the American Expeditionary Forces (A.E.F.) during World War I. It details who the soldiers were, what they did, and how they accomplished their missions.Skillman's book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the A.E.F. The first chapter provides an overview of the A.E.F., including its organization, leadership, and composition. The following chapters delve into the A.E.F.'s role in various battles, including the St. Mihiel offensive and the Meuse-Argonne offensive.The book also covers the A.E.F.'s logistical operations, including its transportation and supply systems. Skillman describes the challenges the A.E.F. faced in transporting troops and supplies across the Atlantic and in maintaining a steady supply of food, ammunition, and medical supplies.In addition to its detailed descriptions of the A.E.F.'s operations, the book also includes personal accounts from soldiers who fought in the war. These accounts provide a firsthand perspective on the experiences of the soldiers and the conditions they faced on the battlefield.Overall, The A.E.F.: Who They Were, What They Did, How They Did It is a comprehensive and informative account of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. It provides a detailed look at the soldiers who fought in the war, the battles they fought, and the logistical operations that supported their efforts.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.