Publisher's Synopsis
Breaking The Hindenburg Line: The Story Of The 46th North Midland Division (1919) is a historical account of the British army's 46th North Midland Division and their role in breaking through the formidable Hindenburg Line during World War I. Written by Raymond E. Priestley, the book provides a detailed and comprehensive narrative of the division's experiences on the Western Front, from their early days in training to their final victory in the closing stages of the war. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the division's campaign. It begins with an introduction to the North Midland Division and their deployment to France in 1915, before moving on to describe their involvement in key battles such as the Somme, Passchendaele, and Cambrai. The author also provides detailed accounts of the division's tactics, equipment, and training, as well as the challenges and hardships they faced on the front lines.One of the major themes of the book is the division's role in breaking through the Hindenburg Line, a heavily fortified German defensive position that had previously been considered impregnable. Priestley describes in detail the planning and execution of the operation, as well as the bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers who fought to achieve this crucial victory.Overall, Breaking The Hindenburg Line: The Story Of The 46th North Midland Division (1919) is a fascinating and informative account of a key moment in World War I history, told through the eyes of the soldiers who lived it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, and provides a valuable insight into the experiences of the men who fought and died on the Western Front.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.
