The gallant cause
Mark Zuehlke
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The gallant cause
by Mark Zuehlke
Published
1996
Publisher
Whitecap Books
Pages
280
ISBN-10
1551104881
Description
At the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War on July 17, 1936, forty-two thousand Internationals, comprised of Canadians, Americans, and Spaniards, fought together on the side of the Republicans who were trying to throw back fascist dictator General Franco's troops, which included countless German and Italian soldiers. By October 29, 1938 though, only two thousand Internationals were able to gather for a speech requesting them to withdraw. Despite all their efforts, Spain wanted to continue on its own, hoping the war would become a Spanish affair once again. Drawing on diaries and newly documented sources, Zuehlke offers a compelling account of the Canadian experience in Spain. It was not a popular war for Canada, with even the prime minister praising Hitler for his social and economic advances. Most world powers were aligning themselves with Italy and Germany, who supported Franco's movement. Along with allied troops, some 1,500 Canadians joined together in a valiant but doomed cause. This is the story of these brave Canadians, who like all veterans of war, deserve to have their story told and their experiences related, so that they will not be forgotten. The EPUB format of this title may not be compatible for use on all handheld devices.
Subjects
Canadian veterans of the War of 1812
Canadian participants in the American Revolution
The history of Canada
The Taliban don't wave
Journal of Charles Carroll of Carrollton, during his visit to Canada in 1776, as one of the commissioners from Congress
The dragon and the maple leaf
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The gallant cause?
This edition of The gallant cause has approximately 280 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The gallant cause?
For most readers, The gallant cause typically takes between 5h 50m and 3h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 70,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 70,000 words
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What is the word count of The gallant cause?
The estimated word count for The gallant cause is approximately 70,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The gallant cause?
The gallant cause was written by Mark Zuehlke.
When was The gallant cause published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.