Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918 by Sir C. E. Callwell
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"Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918" by Major-General Sir C. E. Callwell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work narrates the author's firsthand experiences during World War I, particularly focusing on the workings of the War Office and military operations. It is likely that the book provides insight into the challenges faced by military leaders, the state of the British Army, and the organization of wartime logistics as
they adapted to the realities of modern warfare. The opening of the book establishes a critical perspective on the War Office's role during the war, tackling the prevalent negative sentiments towards its effectiveness. Callwell refers to the misconceptions that the government and the country held regarding military readiness, asserting that while the army was prepared, the larger strategic planning was lacking. Through observations made during his pre-war visits to German territories and early war experiences, Callwell illustrates the complex dynamics of military operations, highlighting the struggles for efficient communication and decision-making amidst an evolving wartime landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Callwell, C. E. (Charles Edward), Sir, 1859-1928 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 21000341 |
| Title | Experiences of a Dug-out, 1914-1918 |
| Credits |
Produced by David Clarke, Christine P. Travers and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21833 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21833-5 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2972 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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