Ypres 1914: An Official Account Published by Order of the German General Staff

By Otto Schwink

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst a landscape of war, experience the intense clash between Germany and Allied forces as strategies unfold and errors lead to an uncertain outcome.

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History - European History - General History - Warfare

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2013-11-19

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Summary

"Ypres 1914: An Official Account Published by Order of the German General Staff" by Otto Schwink is a historical record offering a German viewpoint on the brutal First Battle of Ypres during World War I. It portrays the German military's plans and maneuvers against determined British, French, and Belgian forces in the early days of the war. The account lays out the strategic importance of Ypres in the vast conflict, detailing the difficulties soldiers faced due to the land and the fierce fighting that defined the battles. Glimpses of mistakes in German leadership can be seen, along with the reliance on outnumbering opponents, which ultimately fell short of winning a clear victory, shedding light on the experiences of both sides involved.