Depew's wartime voyage from navy to Gallipoli heroics
Synopsis follows Albert N. Depew from navy enlistment to chief petty officer, then main involvement in World War I. He joins the Foreign Legion, serves on Cassard, fights in trenches at Gallipoli, earns the Croix de Guerre, endures captivity aboard Moewe and Yarrowdale, and returns to New York after prison camp ordeals and a Swiss interlude.
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Dardanelles
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New York
Georgic
Prisoner Experience at Dulmen Camp and Mr Gerard Visit
A former prisoner recalls brutal rail transport, cold confinement, bread theft, and harsh guard treatment at Dulmen Westphalia. He details frostbitten marches, guard lashings, and scarce medical care, plus a memorable visit by Ambassador Gerard and contact with other Allied prisoners.
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Georgic
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Gerard
Prewar shipments echoed in talk of world food safety
The text argues that postwar Europe faces severe hunger without continued U S exports. It cites 11 82 million tons sent to Europe last year and a pledged 17 5 million tons for this year, rising to 20 million to feed liberated nations. It notes shortages in fats beef and dairy and warns Europe may face famine without lowered U S consumption.
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Russia
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