Notes of a War Correspondent is a collection of essays written by American journalist and war correspondent Richard Harding Davis. The book covers Davis’s experiences reporting on various conflicts and wars around the world, including the Spanish-American War, the Boer War, and the Russo-Japanese War.The essays provide a firsthand account of the battles and events Davis witnessed, as well as his observations on the people and cultures he encountered. He offers insights into the politics and strategies of the various factions involved in the conflicts, as well as the impact of war on civilians and soldiers alike.Davis’s writing is vivid and engaging, drawing readers into the heart of the action and conveying the intensity and danger of war. He also reflects on the role of the war correspondent, exploring the challenges and ethical considerations of reporting on conflict.Overall, Notes of a War Correspondent is a compelling and informative read for anyone interested in the history of war journalism or the events and conflicts that shaped the early 20th century.1911. Illustrated. American journalist and novelist who covered wars all over the world. His vivid accounts made him one of the leading reporters of his day. Contents: The Cuban-Spanish War: The Death of Rodriguez; The Greek-Turkish War: The Battle of Velestinos; The Spanish-American War: The Rough Riders at Guasimas; The Battle of San Juan Hill; The Taking of Coamo; The Passing of San Juan Hill; The South African War: With Buller’s Column; The Relief of Ladysmith; The Night Before Battle; The Japanese-Russian War: Battles I Did Not See; and A War Correspondent’s Kit. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.