Blood in the Trenches: A Memoir of the Battle of the Somme

A. Radclyffe Dugmore's memoir provides an excellent account of the Great War up to the Battle of the Somme, offering a unique perspective as a civilian observer and front-line soldier. Originally published in 1918, the book has been long out of print but is now re-printed, providing a valuable addition to the primary source literature of the Great War.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2024
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Captain A. Radclyffe Dugmore of the Kings Own Light Infantry, a seasoned writer, has penned a captivating personal memoir that offers a comprehensive account of the Great War up to the pivotal Battle of the Somme. With his extensive experience and insightful perspective, Dugmore's pedigree as a professional writer shines through. In 1914, Dugmore embarked on a remarkable journey to Belgium as a civilian observer, where he encountered the horrors of war firsthand. Despite being wounded, he managed to evade capture and spent a brief period in German captivity. These extraordinary experiences granted Dugmore a unique viewpoint, first as a civilian observer and later as a front-line soldier during the Battle of the Somme. Originally published under the title "When the Somme Ran Red" in 1918, Dugmore's memoir has unfortunately been long out of print. However, what he modestly referred to as a self-centered account of his personal experiences and observations from the early days of the war in Belgium to the Great Battle of the Somme in July 1916 is far from that. Instead, it presents a fascinating and rare account, passionately dedicated to the memory of the officers and men of the Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry who valiantly sacrificed their lives in the Battle of the Somme. This new re-print of Dugmore's classic volume is a valuable addition to the primary source literature of the Great War, shedding light on the experiences of the courageous individuals who witnessed the terrifying realities of the Battle firsthand.

Weight: 256g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399024396