It takes the average reader 21 hours and 58 minutes to read Victoria Crosses on the Western Front, 31st July 1917–6th November 1917 by Paul Oldfield
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
In the past, while visiting the First World War battlefields, the author often wondered where the various Victoria Cross actions took place. He resolved to find out. In 1988, in the midst of his army career, research for this book commenced and over the years numerous sources have been consulted.Victoria Crosses on the Western Front Third Ypres 1917 is designed for the battlefield visitor as much as the armchair reader. A thorough account of each VC action is set within the wider strategic and tactical context. Detailed sketch maps show the area today, together with the battle-lines and movements of the combatants. It will allow visitors to stand upon the spot, or very close to, where each VC was won. Photographs of the battle sites richly illustrate the accounts. There is also a comprehensive biography for each recipient, covering every aspect of their lives warts and all parents and siblings, education, civilian employment, military career, wife and children, death and burial/commemoration. A host of other information, much of it published for the first time, reveals some fascinating characters, with numerous links to many famous people and events.
Victoria Crosses on the Western Front, 31st July 1917–6th November 1917 by Paul Oldfield is 1,303 pages long, and a total of 329,659 words.
This makes it 440% the length of the average book. It also has 403% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 30 hours and 1 minute to read Victoria Crosses on the Western Front, 31st July 1917–6th November 1917 aloud.
Victoria Crosses on the Western Front, 31st July 1917–6th November 1917 is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.
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