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Jagging across north-western Europe like an ugly scar, the Hindenburg Line was Germany's most formidable line of defence in World War I. Its fearsome reputation was matched only by its cunning design, with deep zigzagging trenches, concrete fieldworks, barbed wire and devilish booby traps forming an intimidating barrier for any attacking army. Through meticulous research, this volume explores each of the major portions of the Hindenburg Line, paying particular attention to three examples of Allied operations against it towards the end of the war: the critical flanking of the Drocourt-Qeant Switch; the daring but costly rupture of the line of the St Quentin Canal; and the bloody battles of the Meuse-Argonne.
Specially commissioned artwork and historical photographs perfectly complement the analysis provided by the authors as they trace the life of the Hindenburg Line from its seemingly invulnerable early years through to the audacious tactics used by the Allies to achieve a bitter victory in 1918.
Published | Oct 20 2016 |
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Format | Ebook (PDF) |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 64 |
ISBN | 9781472814807 |
Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
Illustrations | 40 b/w; 7 col |
Series | Fortress |
Short code | FOR 111 |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
This book is an outstanding guide to the Hindenberg Line, covering the original concept, modifications, and combat experience, along with an excellent description of the elements that constituted the lines, illustrated as is usual in Ospey volumes. For those interested in World War I, or in land defense fortifications, this book is highly recommended.
Coast Defense Journal
At 64 pages, this is an easy read that is packed with a lot of good information. People who are just beginning to read about World War I, especially the climactic year, 1918, should consider reading this book first. It will give them a good idea of what the Allies faced in their final offensive to end the war. More experienced readers will enjoy this concise treatise too.
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