by Edward G. D.
About this book
Edward G. D. Liveing's "Attack: An Infantry Subaltern's Impression of July 1st, 1916" offers a raw, intimate account of one of history's deadliest days in warfare. This powerful war memoir captures the brutal reality of the opening assault on Gommecourt during the Battle of the Somme, told through the eyes of a junior officer who witnessed the carnage firsthand.
On that catastrophic morning, thousands of soldiers advanced across no man's land into withering machine gun fire and barbed wire. Liveing's visceral narrative reveals the chaos, courage, and devastating losses that defined the first day of the Somme offensive—a day that saw nearly 20,000 British soldiers killed. His observations provide unflinching testimony to the horrors of trench warfare and the impossible decisions facing frontline commanders.
Dedicated to the men of his platoon and the memory of those who fell, this historical account transcends typical military narratives by grounding the epic battle in personal experience. Originally published in 1918 and endorsed by poet John Masefield, Liveing's testimony remains one of the most authentic chronicles of World War I combat ever written.
This audiobook is essential for history enthusiasts, World War I scholars, and anyone seeking to understand the human cost of mechanized warfare. Liveing's eloquent yet harrowing account ensures that the sacrifice of those who charged into the abyss will not be forgotten.
