This book investigates the experiences of hundreds of thousands of Germans interned in Britain during World War I. The volume examines three distinct groups: civilians already in Britain in August 1914, civilians brought from across the globe, and combatants. Drawing on extensive British and German sources, it traces their lives from arrest and capture through internment to their eventual return to Germany or integration into the diminished German community in Britain.

This comprehensive study is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of prisoners of war or the First World War. It will also appeal to scholars and students of twentieth-century Europe and the human consequences of war. The book's detailed examination of diverse internee groups and its reliance on a vast range of sources provide a thorough account of this often-overlooked aspect of the conflict. Its scope ensures a deep understanding of the personal impact of wartime policies.