The War Of The Guns: Western Front 1917 And 1918 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164493730)

The War of the Guns: Western Front 1917 and 1918 is a historical book written by Aubrey Wade. The book is a detailed account of the Western Front during the final two years of World War I. The author describes the brutal and bloody battles fought between the Allied and German forces, focusing on the use of artillery and other heavy weaponry.The book begins with an overview of the situation on the Western Front in 1917, including the failed Nivelle Offensive and the entry of the United States into the war. The author then delves into the major battles of the period, including the Battle of Passchendaele and the Battle of Cambrai.Throughout the book, Wade provides a detailed account of the tactics and strategies used by both sides, as well as the technological advancements that were made in artillery and other weapons. He also explores the impact of the war on civilians, including the devastating effects of gas attacks and the destruction of towns and villages.The War of the Guns is a well-researched and informative book that provides a comprehensive look at the Western Front during the final years of World War I. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the First World War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Aubrey Wade
ISBN-10: 1164493736
ISBN-13: 9781164493730
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d