The First World War: A Miscellany

Nonfiction, Reference & Language, Reference, Almanacs & Trivia, Trivia, History, Military, World War I
Cover of the book The First World War: A Miscellany by Norman Ferguson, Summersdale Publishers Ltd
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Norman Ferguson ISBN: 9781783720637
Publisher: Summersdale Publishers Ltd Publication: January 6, 2014
Imprint: Summersdale Publishers Ltd Language: English
Author: Norman Ferguson
ISBN: 9781783720637
Publisher: Summersdale Publishers Ltd
Publication: January 6, 2014
Imprint: Summersdale Publishers Ltd
Language: English

Have you ever wondered who fired the first British shot of World War One? Or who claimed the glory of downing the Red Baron?

Who was the first WW1 soldier to receive the Victoria Cross? And what has Winnie the Pooh got to do with it all?

Telling the stories of the battles, the aircraft, the weapons, the soldiers, the poets, the campaigns and the many heroes, Norman Ferguson delves deep into the history of the ‘Great War’. Through anecdotes and statistics, and drawing on letters, speeches and official reports, this comprehensive miscellany is a compelling guide to the war that transformed and marked forever the course of twentieth-century history.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Have you ever wondered who fired the first British shot of World War One? Or who claimed the glory of downing the Red Baron?

Who was the first WW1 soldier to receive the Victoria Cross? And what has Winnie the Pooh got to do with it all?

Telling the stories of the battles, the aircraft, the weapons, the soldiers, the poets, the campaigns and the many heroes, Norman Ferguson delves deep into the history of the ‘Great War’. Through anecdotes and statistics, and drawing on letters, speeches and official reports, this comprehensive miscellany is a compelling guide to the war that transformed and marked forever the course of twentieth-century history.

More books from Summersdale Publishers Ltd

Cover of the book How to Get Published: Secrets from the Inside by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book The Little Book of Inspiration by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book The Joy of Dance: For Those Who Have Rhythm in Their Feet by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book Life's a B*tch and Then You Die by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book Confessions of a Showman: My Life in the Circus by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book From the Mull to the Cape: A Gentle Bike Ride on the Edge of Wilderness by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book The Joy of Walking by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book How to be Mindful by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book Scottish and Proud of it by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book Baby Tips For Grandparents by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book Very British Wit: Quips and Quotes to Suit All Manner of Occasions by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book World's Deadliest Animals by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book M25: A Circular Tour of the London Orbital by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book From the Camargue to the Alps: A Walk Across France in Hannibal's Footsteps by Norman Ferguson
Cover of the book How to Unplug: Get Off Your Gadgets and Start Enjoying Real Life by Norman Ferguson
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy