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That it is the unexpected which generally happens in war, and that it is the unexpected for which we must be ever ready, has of late years been deeply instilled in the mind of the British officer. A cardinal axiom in his military creed is that he must never be taken by surprise.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the crucial events of the British Army's heroic 1914 retreat from Mons, a strategically astute maneuver that prevented their annihilation during World War I. The author, a respected military historian, delves into the complex challenges faced by the outnumbered British forces as they strategically withdrew from the advancing German army. Through vivid accounts of intense battles and harrowing personal experiences, the book sheds light on the resilience and determination of the British soldiers, later acknowledged by Field Marshal Lord French as "magnificent." The narrative also highlights the leadership and adaptability of the British Expeditionary Force commander, Sir John French, who successfully guided his troops through a perilous retreat that ultimately proved pivotal in the war's outcome. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331066637_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331066637
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