The Attack Of The British Ninth Corps At Messines Ridge (1917)

""The Attack Of The British Ninth Corps At Messines Ridge (1917)"" is a historical account of a significant battle during World War I. The book, published by the War Department, details the events leading up to the attack on the Messines Ridge in Belgium by the British Ninth Corps on June 7, 1917. The battle was a part of the larger Third Battle of Ypres, and was a crucial victory for the Allies.The book describes the planning and preparation that went into the attack, including the use of tunnelling and mining techniques to undermine the German defenses. It also provides a detailed account of the battle itself, including the tactics used by both sides and the significant casualties suffered on both sides.In addition to the military aspects of the battle, the book also covers the human side of the conflict, including the experiences of individual soldiers and the impact of the battle on the local civilian population. The book includes photographs and maps to help readers better understand the events described.Overall, ""The Attack Of The British Ninth Corps At Messines Ridge (1917)"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I, and provides a detailed and engaging account of a significant battle that helped turn the tide of the war in favor of the Allies.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.