10th, 11th, 12th And 13th (Service) Battalions Of The East Yorkshire Regiment - A History Of The 92nd Infantry Brigade, 31st Division, 191
In response to Kitchener's call for a million volunteers, local communities raised entire battalions for the service on the Western Front.
Focusing on the German Army's operations along the River Somme during World War I, this illustrated book provides a unique perspective by detailing the conflict from the German viewpoint. It chronicles key phases, including the initial battles against the French, the significant 1916 Allied Offensive, and the brief resurgence during the 1918 Kaiserschlacht. Utilizing primary and secondary sources, the book features richly captioned photographs, authoritative text, and a chronological timeline, offering a fresh take on a well-documented chapter of military history.
The book follows in photographs, captions and text the German Armys presence in Flanders from its arrival in September 1914 until the summer of 1916.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Huge number of illustrations, mostly never seen before.
This latest book in the Battleground Europe series describes the battles over several years, and in particular 1917 and 1918, for a wood and small village. The Germans stubbornly refused to retreat as the area held a key position in their defense of Arras.In the bitter fighting, thousands of young men mainly from East Yorkshire (Hull) and East Lancashire were sacrificed.
The first detailed account of what life was like in an important industrial and railway town.