The American Engineers In France (1920)

""The American Engineers in France"" is a historical account of the American Expeditionary Forces' (AEF) engineering efforts during World War I. Written by William Barclay Parsons, a prominent American engineer who served as the chief of the AEF's Construction Division, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the challenges faced by American engineers in France, including the construction of roads, bridges, railroads, and other infrastructure necessary for the war effort.The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different aspect of the AEF's engineering efforts. The first part focuses on the organization and administration of the Construction Division, including its leadership, staffing, and operations. The second part delves into the specific engineering challenges faced by the AEF, such as the construction of the St. Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne offensives, the repair of damaged infrastructure, and the logistics of supplying troops in the field. The third and final part of the book provides a detailed account of the AEF's demobilization efforts, including the dismantling of the Construction Division and the repatriation of American troops back to the United States.Throughout the book, Parsons provides a wealth of technical detail and firsthand accounts of the challenges faced by American engineers in France. He also offers insights into the broader political and strategic context of the war, including the role of engineering in shaping the outcome of the conflict. Overall, ""The American Engineers in France"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I, engineering, or military logistics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.