A History of the First World War

The most influential British military writer of his time' The Spectator.

First published in 1930, A History of the First World War is a timeless classic – widely regarded as one of the greatest, most cogent accounts of the conflict ever published.

A leading military strategist and historian who fought on the Western Front, Liddell Hart combines astute tactical analysis with compassion for those who lost their lives on the battlefield. Revered for its profound insight and compelling writing, provides a vivid and fascinating picture of all the major campaigns, balancing documentary evidence with the testimony of personal witnesses to expose the twists and mistakes of WWI’s battles.

He guides you through the war’s political and cultural origins, reveals the intricate strategies at work, analyses the critical decisions that resulted in devastating losses – and uncovers the impact on modern nations.

This magnificent history covers four brutal years in one volume and is a true military classic.

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