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Battlefields of the World War, Western and Southern Fronts (Classic Reprint): A Study in Military Geography - Softcover
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Geological cross-section of typical hill of Somme battle field showing possible locations of trenches, dugouts, etc. (d)
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330732456
- ISBN 13 9781330732458
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages688
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes military operations during World War I from the unique perspective of the terrain itself. The author argues that both natural and constructed geographical features played a decisive role in all aspects of the war, from troop movements and battle tactics to strategic planning. With a focus on various major battlefields in France, Italy, and the Balkans, the author provides insightful descriptions and analysis of the warâs most crucial moments. The book places the war within its proper historical context and goes into detail about the specific geographic and geological challenges encountered by the armies on each battlefield. These ranged from the wet clay plains of Flanders to the chalky uplands of the Somme, the plateaus and valleys of the Marne, the mountains of Verdun, and the rugged terrain of the Alps and Balkans. In each case, the author examines the way in which terrain influenced troop deployment, defensive fortifications, and offensive strategies. The book also explores the profound impact of topography on the development of new military technologies and tactics, such as trench warfare and the use of tanks. Ultimately, this book demonstrates that terrain played a far more significant role in the outcome of the war than has been previously recognized, offering a fresh and innovative perspective on one of historyâs most pivotal conflicts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330732458_0
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