Somme is still on record as the largest number of deaths in any one day in any war. This book explores the myths of this infamous battle and explains the underlying causes of the conflict, as well as the use of mines, tunnels, gas and flame throwers by the British in combination with innovative tact[...]

One of the bloodiest conflicts in military history, the Battle of the Somme raged from 1 July to 18 November 1916. It has come to signify for many the waste and bloodshed of the First World War as hundreds of thousands of men on all sides lost their lives fighting over small gains in land. If you wa[...]

"Warfare in the 20th Century" explores how the wars of the modern era escalated to a global scale, examining the causes and consequences of the conflicts. The text takes a comprehensive look at the period, including decisive issues such as dictators, foreign policies and the devastation caused by mo[...]