Focusing on the often-overlooked Territorial Force during the Great War, this book highlights their crucial role in the Allied victory. Commonly referred to as 'Saturday Night Soldiers,' these troops were equally matched with New Army divisions and were the first reinforcements for regular forces in 1914. By exploring their contributions, the author seeks to correct the historical neglect of the TF and emphasize their significance in the war effort.
The book concentrates on the German Army's actions against Russia. and
coincides with imminent centenary of the Great War. With over 200 new and
unpublished photos.
The third volume covers the battles in Flanders against the Belgians, French and British over a 23-month period. Written using primary and secondary sources, it covers all the engagements. Each phase and aspect of the period is detailed from the German point of view. Contains detailed text and approximately 250 photographs.
Vzácné fotografie z válečných archivů Série VÁLKA V OBRAZECH Fotografiemi bohatě ilustrovaná publikace z jedinečné série Válka v obrazech pokrývá období od německého ústupu od řeky Sommy přes obranné bitvy roku 1917 a velkou jarní ofenzívu roku 1918 až po konečný protiútok dohodových mocností, předcházející konci války. Z německého pohledu je zde zachycena každá fáze postupného úpadku německé císařské armády, od počátku roku 1917 až po okupaci velkých částí německého území. Fascinující sbírka většinou doposud nepublikovaných fotografií výstižně dokresluje události ve frontových zákopech i v týlových sektorech. Nová série Válka v obrazech přináší raritní archivní fotografie, širšímu publiku povětšinou neznámé, které zachycují nejrůznější podoby války. V sérii Válka v obrazech dále vyjde: Fallschirmjäger - Elitní němečtí parašutisté za 2. světové války Koncentrační tábor Osvětim.
The book covers the actions of the German Army in the Low Countries during 1915 and 1916. In its broad compass it looks at the battles with the French, Belgians and British, concentrating mostly on the latter. Both 1915 and 1916 were very active years for the Central Powers and the Allies. After a quiet start with minor fighting April 1915 saw gas attacks against Hill 60, followed by 2nd Ypres and intermittent attacks throughout the remainder of the year. There was also considerable naval and air activity through the year. 1916 was arguably the most dramatic year of the War, not least for the Allied Somme offensive.This work, which follows on from the author’s German Army in Flanders 1914 in the same series, includes notes on the divisions that fought there and a chronological order of events as they unfolded. Where relevant, material from the German home front is included.Each phase and aspect of the period is detailed from the German point of view using primary and secondary sources from both Germany and Britain. The illustrations provide a pictorial background in both a specific and general form, highlighting life in the front-line as well as rear areas and show how the War affected the towns and villages of the region.
