Mapping the First World War
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Author Description
Follow the conflict of World War I from 1914-1918 through a unique collection of historical maps, expert commentary, and photographs More than 150 maps, some previously unpublished, are used here to demonstrate how World War I was fought around the world. Small scale maps show country boundaries and occupied territories, large-scale maps cover the key battles and offensives on all fronts of the war, and trench maps show detailed positions of the front line. Maps from newspapers are also included, as well as battle planning maps and propaganda. Key offensives covered include the Battles of the Marne and Ypres; Tannenberg and the Eastern Front; Verdun and the Somme; the Gallipoli Campaign; Battle of Jutland; the Advances to Jerusalem, Damascus, and Baghdad; Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele; and German 1918 offensives and Allied counter-offensives. Along with the maps, key historical events are described, giving an illustrated history of the war from an expert historian.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the global military and political landscape of World War I through the lens of cartography. The author, Peter Chasseaud, utilizes over 150 historical maps, many previously unpublished, to illustrate the conflict's progression from 1914 to 1918. The book details the fighting across all fronts, from broad overviews of occupied territories to granular trench maps and battle plans, supported by expert commentary and photographs.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Coverage of key offensives including the Battles of the Marne and Ypres, Tannenberg, Verdun, the Somme, Gallipoli, Jutland, and advances in the Middle East.
- Detailed trench maps illustrating front-line positions.
- Small-scale maps showing country boundaries and occupied territories.
- Large-scale maps focusing on major battles and offensives.
- Inclusion of newspaper maps, battle planning maps, and propaganda maps.
- Expert commentary and historical photographs complementing the cartographic evidence.
- An illustrated history of the war from 1914-1918.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is presented as a comprehensive visual history of World War I, leveraging a unique collection of maps to explain the conflict's global scope and tactical details. The inclusion of both broad and detailed maps, alongside expert commentary, suggests a resource valuable for understanding the military operations and territorial changes of the war. Its focus on cartography offers a distinct perspective on historical events, appealing to those interested in military strategy and the visual representation of conflict. The detailed coverage of numerous key battles and campaigns indicates a thorough approach to the subject matter.
Page Count:
304
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
Publisher:
Collins
ISBN-10:
0007941978
ISBN-13:
9780007941971
History
Non-Fiction
Cartography
Military History
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