by D. Douglas Ogilvie
About this book
D. Douglas Ogilvie's *The Fife and Forfar Yeomanry and 14th (F. & F. Yeo.) Battn. R.H. 1914-1919* is a remarkable firsthand account of a Scottish cavalry unit's extraordinary journey through World War I. Written by Major Ogilvie, who served with distinction throughout the conflict, this historical narrative follows the Fife and Forfar Yeomen from their mobilization through their transformation into the 14th Battalion of The Royal Highlanders.
This compelling war story traces the regiment's service across multiple theaters of conflict, from the pivotal Gallipoli campaign to the Jerusalem offensive and ultimately to the trenches of France. Ogilvie captures not only the strategic movements and military operations but also the personal experiences, courage, and camaraderie of the men who served. The narrative provides invaluable insight into how a small Scottish militia unit adapted to the unprecedented challenges of modern industrial warfare, maintaining honor and tradition while facing extraordinary circumstances.
Rich with period detail and eyewitness perspective, this audiobook offers historians, military enthusiasts, and general readers a vivid window into the Great War experience. Listeners seeking authentic accounts of World War I, Scottish military heritage, or the human stories behind historical records will find this an absorbing and enlightening chronicle of duty, resilience, and sacrifice during humanity's defining conflict.
