Discover how the United States built a fighting army in 1918 and what it meant for the outcome of the war.
This nonfiction work by Colonel Robert R. McCormick presents a clear, grounded view of the American effort in World War I. It surveys the development, limits, and achievements of the Army of 1918, including the tension between the Regular Army and the National Guard, and the lessons learned as the nation mobilized for a decisive campaign.
- Learn how Americans organized their forces, from staffing and logistics to command and control.
- See how artillery, communications, and battlefield coordination shaped frontline actions.
- Explore the challenges of mobilization, policy decisions, and the balance between home front and the front line.
- Understand why national defense relied as much on institutions at home as on soldiers abroad.
Ideal for readers interested in military history, U.S. defense policy, and how a nation prepares for major conflict.