War Cyclopedia: A Handbook for Ready Reference on the Great War (1918)

Frederic L Paxson

ISBN 10: 1165156849 / ISBN 13: 9781165156849

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: War Cyclopedia: A Handbook for Ready Reference on the Great War (1918)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1165156849
• ISBN 13: 9781165156849
• Binding: Paperback / softback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 465 grams

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Synopsis

War Cyclopedia: A Handbook For Ready Reference On The Great War (1918) is a comprehensive guide to the events, people, and places of the First World War. Written by Frederic L. Paxson, a historian and professor of American history at the University of Wisconsin, the book provides a detailed overview of the war, including its causes, major battles and campaigns, and the political and social changes that it brought about.The book is organized alphabetically, with entries ranging from Aachen (the first German city to be occupied by Allied forces) to Zeppelin (the German airship used for bombing raids). Each entry provides a concise and informative summary of the topic, with additional information on related events and people. The book also includes maps, charts, and illustrations to help readers visualize the war and its impact.In addition to its historical content, War Cyclopedia also provides practical information for those involved in the war effort, including a list of military ranks and insignia, instructions for decoding telegrams, and information on military hospitals and medical care.Overall, War Cyclopedia: A Handbook For Ready Reference On The Great War (1918) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the First World War, providing a comprehensive and accessible overview of the conflict and its impact on the world.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.

About the Author

Edward S. Corwin (1878-1963) was the McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence at Princeton University, a chair first held by Woodrow Wilson. He authored numerous books on constitutional law and was president of the American Political Science Association.