The British Flanders offensive of 1917 was one of the bloodiest episodes for the British Army in World War I and ranks with the Somme and Verdun for the sheer horror and scale of the fighting. It is also surrounded by controversy and odium, both from contemporaries and modern historians. This work seeks to discover the truth about Passchendaele by letting the protagonists tell their own story as the offensive is planned, launched and fought out to its bitter and bloody conclusion. Basing the book on the wealth of ...
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The British Flanders offensive of 1917 was one of the bloodiest episodes for the British Army in World War I and ranks with the Somme and Verdun for the sheer horror and scale of the fighting. It is also surrounded by controversy and odium, both from contemporaries and modern historians. This work seeks to discover the truth about Passchendaele by letting the protagonists tell their own story as the offensive is planned, launched and fought out to its bitter and bloody conclusion. Basing the book on the wealth of contemporary documents, military historian John Terraine allows readers to draw their own conclusions while he conveys the grinding inevitability of this great and tragic drama.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 800grams, ISBN: 0436517329.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.
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Very Good. Size: 0x0x0; Hardcover. Very Good / Very Good Mylar-protected dust jacket. Free of any markings and no writings inside. Clear Text. Minor shelf-wear. For any additional information or pictures, please inquire.
