This fascinating collection of letters provides a unique glimpse into the life of an American soldier serving in the British Artillery during World War I. Stearns' letters provide candid and vivid descriptions of life on the front lines, including his observations of the war and the people he encountered. Merrill's detailed annotations provide historical context and insight into the political and social forces that shaped the war. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the personal stories of soldiers on the front lines of World War I. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.