Combat History of First World War

The Economist named The Great War as one of the Ten Best Books of 2013. World War I had a profound impact on the modern world, with millions of casualties, the collapse of empires, the rise of new ideologies and political movements, and the introduction of poison gas, warplanes, tanks, submarines, and other advanced technologies. "Total war" became a harsh reality. In his book, Peter Hart provides a comprehensive combat history of this global conflict, focusing on crucial battles and the immense challenges faced by commanders on all sides. He examines the belligerent nations, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and strategic imperatives. For example, Russia was fixated on securing an exit from the Black Sea, while France, still harboring resentment over the loss of Alsace-Lorraine to Prussia in 1871, had built a network of defensive alliances. Hart skillfully portrays the commanders, their prewar strategies, and the unexpected obstacles and setbacks that disrupted the initial operations.

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