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  • The Brain of an Army: A Fascinating Insight into the German General Staff by Spenser Wilkinson

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    Dive into the inner workings of military strategy and organization with Spenser Wilkinson's insightful book, "The Brain of an Army: A Popular Account of the German General Staff." This captivating read offers a comprehensive exploration of the German General Staff, providing valuable insights into its structure, function, and impact on military operations.As Wilkinson's engaging narrative unfolds, ... Read more

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  • Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    "Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith" is a compelling collection of observations and reflections on the Second Boer War, particularly focusing on the siege of Ladysmith. The author provides a vivid account of the events, capturing the struggles and resilience of the British forces and the local populace. Through a series of weekly comments, the narrative ... Read more

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  • Britain at Bay

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    "Britain at Bay" by Spenser Wilkinson is a compelling exploration of Britain's strategic position during a time of crisis. The book delves into the geopolitical landscape, examining the challenges faced by the nation and the decisions made by its leaders. Wilkinson's insightful analysis provides a thorough understanding of military strategy and national defense, highlighting the importance of ... Read more

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  • Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    "Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith" by Spenser Wilkinson offers a compelling analysis of the military strategies and political implications during the Second Boer War. Wilkinson, a keen observer and military historian, provides insightful commentary on the events surrounding the siege of Ladysmith, emphasizing the challenges faced by British forces. ... Read more

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  • Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    The next six weeks will be an anxious time for the British Empire. The war which begins as I write between three and four on Wednesday afternoon, October 11th, 1899, is a conflict for supremacy in South Africa between the Boer States, their aiders and abettors, and the British Empire. In point of resources the British Empire is so incomparably stronger than the Boer States that there ought to be ... Read more

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  • The Brain of an Army: A Popular Account of the German General Staff

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    On the afternoon of Monday, the 2nd of July, 1866, King William of Prussia with his retinue drove into the little town of Gitschin, in the hilly region of Northern Bohemia, on the southern side of the Giant Mountains. His upright bearing scarcely showed the burden of his sixty-nine years, nor did his frank expression reveal the weight of care that pressed upon him. After months of weary diplomacy, ... Read more

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  • The French army before Napoleon

    lectures delivered before the University of Oxford in Michaelmas term, 1914

    by Professor Spenser Wilkinson ...
    Many know of the French army that marched under Napoleon's eagles to triumph after triumph before the Emperor's last gamble failed at Waterloo. However, the army that drove the French all the way to Moscow was victorious in many battles in previous wars, and at its heart were the noble officers. The theories and insights of the officer corps shaped the thinking of all of Europe, not least the ... Read more

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  • Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith

    Enriched edition. Insightful Commentary on Military Strategy in Second Boer War

    by Spenser Wilkinson, Maxwell Burton ...
    In 'Lessons of the War: Being Comments from Week to Week to the Relief of Ladysmith,' Spenser Wilkinson presents a meticulously crafted commentary on the Second Boer War, focusing specifically on the pivotal British military campaign aimed at relieving the besieged town of Ladysmith. Wilkinson's prose is characterized by its analytical precision and vivid descriptions, illuminating not only the ... Read more

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  • The Brain of an Army

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    On the afternoon of Monday, the 2nd of July, 1866, King William of Prussia with his retinue drove into the little town of Gitschin, in the hilly region of Northern Bohemia, on the southern side of the Giant Mountains. His upright bearing scarcely showed the burden of his sixty-nine years, nor did his frank expression reveal the weight of care that pressed upon him. After months of weary diplomacy, ... Read more

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  • The Brain of an Army

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    On the afternoon of Monday, the 2nd of July, 1866, King William of Prussia with his retinue drove into the little town of Gitschin, in the hilly region of Northern Bohemia, on the southern side of the Giant Mountains. His upright bearing scarcely showed the burden of his sixty-nine years, nor did his frank expression reveal the weight of care that pressed upon him. After months of weary diplomacy, ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobook

  • The Great Battles of History

    by Colonel Jean-Lambert-Alphonse Colin ...
    Translated by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    Colonel Jean Colin was the head of the historical section of the French General Staff for many years. He authored a number of books on the military history of the French Revolution, wars of Napoleon and the great man himself. He also oversaw the publications of many more in his position as the head of the historical section in the latter part of the 19th into the 20th century, as part of a further ... Read more

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  • The Brain of an Army

    by Spenser Wilkinson ...
    Six years ago a Royal Commission, under the presidency of Lord Hartington, was known to be inquiring into the administration of the national defence. There was much talk in the newspapers about the Prussian staff, and many were the advocates of its imitation in this country. Very few of those who took part in the discussions seemed to know what the Prussian staff was, and I thought it might be ... Read more

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