Generals of the British Army by Francis Dodd
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"Generals of the British Army" by Francis Dodd is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work provides a detailed portrait gallery of significant British generals, particularly those who played crucial roles during World War I. It likely delves into their military careers, achievements, and contributions amid the challenges of modern warfare, particularly on the Western Front. At the start of the book, the introduction encapsulates the essence of
the British Army's early involvement in World War I, highlighting the bravery and tactical prowess of British generals like Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig amid overwhelming odds. The exposition recounts battles such as the Retreat from Mons and the engagements at the Marne and Aisne, illustrating how these leaders navigated the complexities of a rapidly evolving battlefield. The narrative underscores the significance of their leadership during critical moments, emphasizing both their military skills and the vigorous spirit of collaboration among the troops, setting the stage for further exploration of individual generals in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Illustrator | Dodd, Francis, 1874-1949 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Generals of the British Army Portraits in Colour with Introductory and Biographical Notes |
| Contents | Haig -- Plumer -- Rawlinson -- Gough -- Allenby -- Horne -- Birdwood -- Byng -- Congreve -- Haldane -- Watts -- Smuts. |
| Credits |
Produced by sp1nd, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Generals -- Great Britain |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41398 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 346 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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