Mapping the First World War

Battlefields of the Great Conflict from Above

Simon Forty

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Conway Maritime Press
27 July 2016

History; European history; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; First World War; War & defence operations

The Great War was so devastating - eight million lives were lost globally - that in its aftermath a horrified world expected it to be the final chapter in armed conflict.

Mapping The First World War provides a uniquely different perspective on the 'war to end all wars'. An introduction details the causes and progress of the war and is followed by over a hundred maps and charts that show the broad sweep of events, from Germany's 1914 war goals to the final positions of the troops. There are maps depicting movements and battles as well as related documents, such as those on levels of conscription and numbers of weapons. As in all wars, maps were vital to the military organization of all sides during World War I. Before each military event there was the planning, the reconnaissance, and the conjecture as to enemy positions. After the event there would be debriefing, analysis of success and failure, and a redrawing of maps to show new troop positions and boundaries.

All of the maps featured in this book have been drawn from the extensive collection held by the National Archives at Kew in west London. Providing a fascinating and unique insight into the planning and organization of military campaigns, Mapping The First World War is essential for anyone interested in military history.

By: Simon Forty
Imprint: Conway Maritime Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 286mm, Width: 246mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 1.081kg
ISBN: 9781844862184
ISBN 10: 1844862186
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 27 July 2016
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Simon Forty was educated at Sedbergh School and London University's School of Slavonic and East European Studies. He has been involved in publishing for over three decades and specializes in military history having contributed to a large number of books. He was also general editor of World War I: A Visual Encyclopedia. Simon loves in Devon with his wife and two children.

Reviews for Mapping the First World War: Battlefields of the Great Conflict from Above

there are maps showing everything from the religious makeup of Croatia to the location of seaplane stations around Britain * Good Book Guide * This book uses contemporary maps to chronicle the conduct of the Great War in an intriguing way. The format allows the reader to dip in and out of the chapters or to enjoy a real map-fest. * Soldier Magazine *