Ypres and the Battles of Ypres by Pneu Michelin (Firm)
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| Publisher | Pneu Michelin (Firm) |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20007939 |
| Title | Ypres and the Battles of Ypres |
| Series Title | Michelin's Illustrated Guides to the Battle-fields (1914-1918) |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Ypres and the Battles of Ypres" by Pneu Michelin (Firm) is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work examines the strategic significance of Ypres during World War I, detailing the various battles fought in and around the city from 1914 to 1918. The text highlights the harrowing conditions faced by soldiers and the destructive impact of warfare on the region, culminating in the near-total annihilation of the town of Ypres itself. The opening of the book presents a comprehensive overview of the geographical layout surrounding Ypres, including its natural defenses and critical strategic points. It lays the groundwork for understanding the harsh realities of trench warfare in this area, emphasizing how the unique landscape contributed to the intensity and complexity of the battles. Additionally, it introduces key military operations and the shifting dynamics between Allied and German forces, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of each battle's developments, challenges, and consequences as the war progressed. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | France -- Guidebooks |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Belgium -- Ieper |
| Subject | Belgium -- Guidebooks |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Battlefields -- Guidebooks |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36213 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 164 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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