""Three Wars and a Flood: Memoirs of A.G. Paxton"" is a book written by Alexander Gallatin Paxton. It is an autobiographical account of his experiences during three wars and a devastating flood that occurred during his lifetime. The book is divided into four parts, each one detailing a different event. The first part of the book focuses on Paxton's experience during World War I, where he served as a soldier in the US Army. He describes his training, his duties, and the battles he fought in Europe. The second part of the book covers his time as a businessman in the 1920s and 1930s. Paxton talks about his work in the oil industry, his travels, and his family life during this period. The third part of the book is about his experiences during World War II. He served as a civilian employee of the US Army, working in various capacities in Europe and North Africa. The final part of the book is about the 1972 flood that devastated his hometown of Rapid City, South Dakota. Paxton describes the aftermath of the flood and the efforts to rebuild the city. Overall, ""Three Wars and a Flood"" is a fascinating account of one man's life and the major events that shaped it. It provides a unique perspective on the wars and the flood, as well as a glimpse into the life of a businessman and family man in the early 20th century.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.