The Fighting Retreat To Paris (1914)

By Roger Ingpen

Book Overview

The Fighting Retreat To Paris (1914) is a historical book written by Roger Ingpen that provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the early days of World War I. The book primarily focuses on the Battle of the Marne, which took place in September 1914, and the subsequent retreat of the Allied forces towards Paris.Ingpen describes the military strategies employed by both the Allied and German forces during the battle, including the use of artillery, cavalry, and infantry. He also provides insight into the political and social factors that influenced the decisions made by military leaders on both sides.Throughout the book, Ingpen emphasizes the bravery and determination of the soldiers who fought in the battle, as well as the devastating impact that the war had on the civilian population. He also explores the role of technology in modern warfare, including the use of airplanes and machine guns.Overall, The Fighting Retreat To Paris (1914) provides a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant battles of World War I, and sheds light on the complex political and military landscape of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167199057
• ISBN13: 9781167199059
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"