The Battles in Flanders, from Ypres to Neuve Chapelle by Edmund Dane
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| Author | Dane, Edmund (Military historian) |
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| LoC No. | 15019332 |
| Title | The Battles in Flanders, from Ypres to Neuve Chapelle |
| Series Title | The Daily Telegraph War Books |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Battles in Flanders, from Ypres to Neuve Chapelle" by Edmund Dane is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed narrative of the critical battles that took place during World War I in the Flanders region, particularly focusing on the significant Battle of Ypres and its implications for the war. It examines military strategies, troop movements, and the pivotal moments that shaped the conflict, offering insights into the broader themes of war and its human cost. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage for the unfolding crisis on the Western Front, detailing the buildup of German forces and the strategic importance of the Ypres area. The discussion centers on the challenges faced by the Allied commanders, particularly General Joffre, as they worked desperately to stabilize their lines against the overwhelming might of the German army. The opening portion describes the rapid developments in early October, the preparations for battle, and the critical decisions that would soon lead to the full-scale engagement in Ypres, culminating in significant consequences for the Allied forces and the course of the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Belgium |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46215 |
| Release Date | Jul 7, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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