Bücher von William Barclay Parsons

The American Engineers in France is a historical book written by William Barclay Parsons and published in 1920. The book is a detailed account of the role played by American engineers during World War I in France. The author, himself an engineer, provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges faced by the American engineers in France and how they overcame them to contribute to the war effort. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the American engineers' work in France. The author describes the various engineering projects undertaken by the Americans, including the construction of railroads, bridges, and highways. He also provides an overview of the training and organization of the American engineers, as well as their interactions with the French army.The American Engineers in France is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I and the role played by American engineers during the conflict. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of the challenges and triumphs of the American engineers in France. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike.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.

Written in order to shed light on the industry and economy of China rather than social issues, this account of engineer William Barclay Parsons' experiences in the eastern provinces was first published in 1900, touching on all aspects of Chinese industrial development from export statistics to ingenious business swindles.