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History of the Great War, Volume Two

History of the Great War, Volume Two

By: John Buchan
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 In the second installment of this comprehensive four-volume series on the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous period from the commencement of the Dardanelles Campaign in September 1914 to the early stages of the Battle of Verdun, concluding in mid-April 1916. As noted by David Reader in volume one, the author adopts a formal approach, offering a sweeping overview filled with factual insights, all while viewing the events through the lens of patriotic British sentiment. - Summary by Lynette CaulkinsCopyright Plays and Dramas Art Literary History & Criticism Science Social Sciences World
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  • 056 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 5

    056 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 5
    Feb 3 2026
    In the second installment of this comprehensive four-volume series on the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous period from the commencement of the Dardanelles Campaign in September 1914 to the early stages of the Battle of Verdun, concluding in mid-April 1916. As noted by David Reader in volume one, the author adopts a formal approach, offering a sweeping overview filled with factual insights, all while viewing the events through the lens of patriotic British sentiment. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins
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    16 mins
  • 055 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 4

    055 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 4
    Feb 2 2026
    In the second installment of this comprehensive four-volume series on the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous period from the commencement of the Dardanelles Campaign in September 1914 to the early stages of the Battle of Verdun, concluding in mid-April 1916. As noted by David Reader in volume one, the author adopts a formal approach, offering a sweeping overview filled with factual insights, all while viewing the events through the lens of patriotic British sentiment. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins
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    21 mins
  • 054 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 3

    054 - Chapter 52 - The Battle of Verdun First Stage part 3
    Feb 1 2026
    In the second installment of this comprehensive four-volume series on the First World War, we delve into the tumultuous period from the commencement of the Dardanelles Campaign in September 1914 to the early stages of the Battle of Verdun, concluding in mid-April 1916. As noted by David Reader in volume one, the author adopts a formal approach, offering a sweeping overview filled with factual insights, all while viewing the events through the lens of patriotic British sentiment. - Summary by Lynette Caulkins
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    28 mins
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