The Russian Campaign, April to August, 1915 Being the Second Volume of "Field Notes from the Russian Front"

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The Russian Campaign, April to August, 1915 Being the Second Volume of "Field Notes from the Russian Front"

by Stanley Washburn

EN·~6 hours·27 chapters

Chapters

27 total
1

THE RUSSIAN CAMPAIGN APRIL TO AUGUST, 1915

1:06
2

INTRODUCTION

3:05
3

CHAPTER I THE FALL OF PRZEMYSL

48:30
4

CHAPTER II WARSAW IN APRIL, 1915

11:17
5

CHAPTER III AN AMERICAN DOCTOR IN THE RUSSIAN ARMY

9:04
6

CHAPTER IV GENERAL RUSSKY’S SUCCESSOR

10:56
7

CHAPTER V CHECKING UP THE SITUATION IN POLAND

12:34
8

CHAPTER VI A VISIT TO THE POSITIONS

11:22
9

CHAPTER VII A SUMMER DAY ON THE RAWKA LINE

14:23
10

CHAPTER VIII THE CHANGE OF FRONT IN POLAND AND THE BATTLE OF OPATOV

14:56

Description

A seasoned war correspondent brings listeners into the heart of the Eastern Front during the spring of 1915, weaving together his own observations with striking photographs taken alongside a dedicated cameraman. His narrative moves from the bustling streets of Petrograd, where news of a key fortress’s fall spreads like wildfire, to the bleak, snow‑laden battlefields where ordinary soldiers confront severe shortages and relentless enemy pressure. The account captures the raw immediacy of life on the front, balancing detailed descriptions of military movements with poignant reflections on the courage and resilience of the men and women enduring the conflict.

The second volume continues this vivid chronicle, focusing on the desperate struggle to hold ground amid dwindling supplies and harsh weather. Listeners hear the juxtaposition of strategic setbacks against an unbroken spirit, as the correspondent emphasizes the moral and ethical dimensions that drive the Russian effort. Through his candid, on‑the‑ground reporting, the audio experience offers a compelling glimpse into a pivotal moment of World War I, where human endurance shines despite the grim realities of war.

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Full title

The Russian Campaign, April to August, 1915 Being the Second Volume of "Field Notes from the Russian Front" Being the Second Volume of "Field Notes from the Russian Front"

Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (357K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2016-03-25

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Stanley Washburn

Stanley Washburn

1878–1950

An adventurous American war correspondent, he became known for vivid reporting from Russia and East Asia during some of the early 20th century’s biggest conflicts. His books and dispatches drew on firsthand experience at the front, giving readers a direct feel for fast-moving world events.

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