Ypres: The First Battle 1914

Routledge delivers a gripping account of the pivotal First Battle of Ypres, where the old professional British Army made its legendary stand against overwhelming German forces in autumn 1914. This meticulously researched history brings clarity to those desperate weeks that shaped the Western Front's geography for years to come. The analysis is sharp, the narrative compelling, and the human cost never forgotten. Perfect for WWI enthusiasts, military history buffs, and anyone seeking to understand how a small corner of Belgium became hallowed ground.