The Plans of War

Focusing on the British General Staff, this pioneering study explores the evolution of military strategy leading up to the First World War. It details the development of the General Staff and its strategic planning role, examining issues that emerged within the War Office and their progression to the Cabinet. The book navigates the intricate interactions among the Admiralty, Foreign Office, Treasury, and key figures from Edward VII onward. Additionally, it analyzes British military policy up to 1916, including an interpretation of the Gallipoli campaign and its failures.