C. Headlam Books

Focusing on the formation and operations of the Guards Division during World War I, the book details its establishment in 1915 without prior consultation from military leadership. It highlights the division's early engagement at Loos and its continuous involvement in major battles, earning a reputation as an elite fighting force with significant casualties and numerous awards, including 15 Victoria Crosses. The author provides a meticulous military record supported by official documents and personal accounts, along with appendices detailing orders of battle, officer successions, and operational history, complemented by clear maps and an extensive index.

The book offers a detailed military history of the Guards Division, formed in 1915 under Kitchener's directive, without prior consultation with military leaders. It chronicles the division's rapid engagement in major battles such as Loos, the Somme, and Passchendaele, highlighting its elite status and significant casualties, including 15 VCs awarded. The narrative is based on official records and personal accounts, emphasizing factual reporting. Appendices provide extensive operational details, and the clear maps enhance the historical context, making it a comprehensive account of this distinguished division's service.