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The Eagle and the Shield

Pasquale De Marco

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In the annals of human history, few events loom as large and consequential as the Great War. This global conflict, which raged from 1914 to 1918, reshaped the world in profound and lasting ways.

This book tells the story of the Great War from its origins in the tangled web of European alliances and rivalries to its bloody conclusion on the battlefields of France, Belgium, and beyond. It is a story of courage and sacrifice, of heroism and heartbreak. It is a story of how the world was plunged into darkness and how it emerged, forever changed.

The Great War was a watershed moment in world history. It marked the end of the old order, dominated by European empires, and the beginning of a new era, shaped by the rise of democracy, the spread of technology, and the growing interconnectedness of the world.

But the war also left a legacy of pain and suffering. Millions of lives were lost, and countless more were forever scarred by the horrors of trench warfare. The war also sowed the seeds of future conflicts, including the Second World War.

This book is a comprehensive and accessible account of the Great War. It is a story that needs to be told and retold, lest we forget the lessons of history.

In this book, you will discover:

* The complex web of alliances and rivalries that led to the outbreak of war in 1914
* The major battles and campaigns of the war, from the trenches of the Western Front to the deserts of the Middle East
* The impact of the war on civilians, both at home and on the front lines
* The role of the United States in the war, from its initial neutrality to its eventual entry into the conflict in 1917
* The legacy of the war, including the Treaty of Versailles and the rise of Fascism in Europe

This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the Great War and its lasting impact on the world.


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Disponibile da: 02/06/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 159 pagine.

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