Preux Collection

A Memorial Notice of Julian Gould, D Company, 16th Battalion Middlesex Regiment. k.i.a. 30th May 1917 near Monchy-le-Preux aged 25 years. This book was privately printed by his father, Frederick J

Joshua, King David And Judas Maccabaeus. After A Series Of Ancient Engravings Representing The Nine Heroes Of Sacred, Ancient And Modern History, Who Figure In The Romance Le Triomphe Des Neuf Preux

First Battle of the Scarpe 1917
British troops embussing at Arras on returning from the capture of Monchy le Preux by the 37th Division during the First Battle of the Scarpe (First Battles of Arras)

Paris, France - Hotel du Preux. It is one of the oldest Gothic buildings in Paris. Date: circa 1830

Mont St Eloi, from Monchy le Preux
Mont St. Eloi, from Monchy le Preux. A scene near the village, dated September 3rd 18. Observation balloons in the sky. 313870 Gunner Vivian John Cummings, Born 31.07.1875, 3Rd Canadian Division

Monchy-les-Preux, WW1
Monchy-les-Preux, by Lieutenant Morris Meredith Williams, Royal Engineers (b. 1881), commissioned 1.7.17. Date: circa 1917

Battle of the Scarpe WWI
After a direct hit on a German ammunition wagon in Monchy-le-Preux during the Battle of the Scarpe at the Battle of Arras during World War I

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In the heart of Paris, at Hotel du Preux, a memorial notice of Julian Gould from D Company stands as a solemn reminder of sacrifice. It echoes the bravery and valor displayed by countless heroes in Monchy-les-Preux during World War I. From Monchy le Preux, one can witness the haunting beauty of Mont St Eloi, a poignant backdrop to the horrors endured by soldiers on those battlefields. The scars left behind tell stories of resilience and unwavering determination. In an ancient romance titled "Le Triomphe Des Neuf Preux, " Joshua, King David, and Judas Maccabaeus emerge as legendary figures among nine heroes from sacred, ancient, and modern history. Their tales inspire generations to rise above adversity with courage. Paul Lacroix's publication "Science And Literature In The Middle Ages" transports us back to London in 1878 when these engravings first captivated readers' imaginations. They serve as timeless reminders that heroism transcends time and place. Amidst the chaos of war, Julian Gould's memory lives on through multiple memorial notices bearing his name. His selflessness epitomizes the sacrifices made during battles like the Battle of Arras in 1917 or the First Battle of Scarpe that same year. These historic events etch themselves into our collective memory as testaments to human resilience amidst unimaginable hardship. As we reflect upon their significance today, let us honor those who fought valiantly for freedom and peace - forever preux in our hearts.