Description
Designed as a companion to Garland's
The United States in the First World War, this
Encyclopedia concentrates on non-US aspects of the conflict. More than 600 alphabetically arranged, detailed entries offer information and insights on such topics as the perceived and underlying causes of war, diplomatic efforts to stop the slaughter, the short-sighted and ultimately disastrous peace terms, and a host of other subjects vital to a full understanding of the events.
The
Encyclopedia covers all major campaigns and battles, surveys weapons and devices of war, and examines the roles played in the events by statesmen, politicians, religious and military leaders, and prominent citizens. Each entry is followed by a bibliography for pursuing enquiries in depth and a subject index provides easy access.
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