Richards, Andrew
The Flag: The Story of Revd David Railton MC and the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior
- ISBN 13:
- 9781612004471
- author:
- Richards, Andrew
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Casemate Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 8.50(w) x 4.80(h) x 1.00(d)
- Genre:
- Government Biographies & True Stories Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Reverend David Railton MC served as a chaplain on the Western Front during World War I. He supported the soldiers in their worst moments, burying the fallen, comforting the wounded, and helping the survivors to remember and mark the loss of their comrades. This is the first book to explore Railton's life and war, focusing on the story of the 'padre's flag' he used as an altar cloth and shroud throughout the conflict. Railton's flag, consecrated a year after the burial of the Unknown Warrior, now hangs in Westminster Abbey. The story of the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior has been told before, but Railton's own experiences and the significance of his flag have never been fully explored. This book sheds new light on the life of a remarkable man who played a pivotal role in supporting soldiers during one of the most devastating conflicts in history. The book also delves into Railton's post-war life, including his struggles with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and his work supporting ex-servicemen in Margate. A unique and fascinating story, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of World War I and the experiences of those who served.
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