Command and Morale: The British Army on the Western Front 1914-18

by Gary D. Sheffield

Renowned historian Gary Sheffield gathers three decades of incisive essays on the First World War. From high command decisions to the grit of front-line soldiers, he explores leadership, coalition warfare, tactics, and the vital role of morale. Sharp, rigorous, and often provocative, this collection offers fresh insight into modern warfare’s defining conflict.

Genres: World War I

Hardcover

First published March 11, 2014

About the author

Gary Sheffield is Professor of War Studies at the University of Wolverhampton. He is President of the International Guild of Battlefield Guides and a Vice President of the Western Front Association. He has published widely on the First World War and regularly broadcasts on television and radio as well as contributing to numerous journals, magazines and newspapers. Previous books include the acclaimed Forgotten Victory and The Chief: Douglas Haig and the British Army, which was shorlisted for the presigious Duke of Westminster's Medal.