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Training In France Seen By Roosevelt Onetime Doughboy's Life
Theodore Roosevelt recalls early training of American troops in France during WWI. He describes language barriers, friendly French youths, wine culture, champagne vis a vis morale, and money troubles as troops adapt. He praises French noncommissioned officers, discipline, and camaraderie despite rough beginnings and a steep learning curve.
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Duncan
Twenty-sixth Infantry
Seibert
Roosevelt
Twenty-sixth
Demanges
France
National Institution of France
Vin Ordinaire
Arnold
United States
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