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Verdun: The Lost History Of The Most Important Battle Of World War I, 19141918
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Alongside Waterloo And Gettysburg, The Battle Of Verdun During The First World War Stands As One Of Historys Greatest Clashes. Yet It Is Also One Of The Most Complex And Misunderstood, In A War Only Imperfectly Grasped.Conventional Wisdom Holds That The Battle Began In February 1916 And Lasted Until December, When The Victorious French Wrested All The Territory They Had Lost Back From The Germans. In Fact, Says Historian John Mosier, From The Very Beginning Of The War Until The Armistice In 1918, No Fewer Than Eight Distinct Battles Were Waged For The Possession Of Verdun. These Conflicts Are Largely Unknown, Even In France, Owing To The Obsessive Secrecy Of The French High Command And Its Energetic Propaganda Campaign To Fool The World Into Thinking That The War On The Western Front Was A Steady Series Of German Checks And Defeats.Although British Historians Have Always Seen Verdun As A Oneyear Battle Designed By The German Chief Of Staff To Bleed France White, Mosiers Careful Analysis Of The German Plans Reveals A Much More Abstract And Theoretical Approach.Our Understanding Of Verdun Has Long Been Mired In Myths, False Assumptions, Propaganda, And Distortions. Now, Using Numerous Accounts Of Military Analysts, Serving Officers, And Eyewitnesses, Including French Sources That Have Never Been Translated, Mosier Offers A Compelling Reassessment Of The Great Wars Most Important Battle.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Verdun: The Lost History of the Most Important Battle of World War I'? A: The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Battle of Verdun, exploring its complexities, misconceptions, and the multiple battles that took place for the control of Verdun from 1914 to 1918.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Verdun: The Lost History of the Most Important Battle of World War I' is John Mosier.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 1, 2013.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Verdun: The Lost History of the Most Important Battle of World War I'? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 400 pages.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under World War I.
- Q: What unique perspectives does John Mosier provide in his analysis of the Battle of Verdun? A: John Mosier offers insights based on military analysts, eyewitness accounts, and French sources that have not been previously translated, challenging conventional wisdom about the battle.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the events surrounding the Battle of Verdun, the myths and propaganda associated with it, and a reassessment of its significance in World War I.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with World War I history? A: Yes, the book is structured to be accessible to both those familiar and unfamiliar with World War I history, providing context and explanations for key events.