From Monte Cassino to Maidstone: A Journey of War, Courage, and Family
The story of World War II is often told through the grand sweep of history, with tales of great battles and the rise and fall of nations. But behind the headlines, there are countless personal stories of courage, resilience, and loss.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31288 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 397 pages |
From Monte Cassino to Maidstone is one such story. It is the story of one man's journey from the battlefields of Italy to a new life in England. It is a story of war, courage, and the enduring power of family.
The book's author, John Devoy, was born in Ireland in 1923. He was just 19 years old when he joined the British Army and was sent to fight in Italy. Devoy fought in some of the war's most brutal battles, including the Battle of Monte Cassino. He was wounded twice and was awarded the Military Medal for his bravery.
After the war, Devoy returned to Ireland, but he soon realized that he could not stay. The country was still struggling to recover from the war, and there were few opportunities for young people. So, in 1947, Devoy emigrated to England.
Devoy settled in Maidstone, Kent, where he found work as a laborer. He met his wife, Mary, and they had two children. Devoy worked hard to provide for his family, but he never forgot his experiences in the war.
In 2004, Devoy published his memoir, From Monte Cassino to Maidstone. The book was a critical and commercial success, and it has since been translated into several languages.
From Monte Cassino to Maidstone is a powerful and moving story that offers a unique perspective on World War II. It is a story of courage, resilience, and the enduring power of family. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
Reviews
"A powerful and moving story that offers a unique perspective on World War II." - The Guardian
"A must-read for anyone interested in World War II history." - The Daily Telegraph
"A testament to the courage and resilience of the human spirit." - The Irish Times
About the Author
John Devoy was born in Ireland in 1923. He served in the British Army during World War II, fighting in some of the war's most brutal battles. After the war, Devoy emigrated to England, where he settled in Maidstone, Kent. He worked hard to provide for his family, but he never forgot his experiences in the war. In 2004, Devoy published his memoir, From Monte Cassino to Maidstone. The book was a critical and commercial success, and it has since been translated into several languages.
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31288 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 397 pages |
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 31288 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 397 pages |