Publisher's Synopsis
The German War of 1914, written by John Rowan Hamilton O'Regan and published in 1915, is a historical account of the events leading up to and during World War I from a German perspective. The book is illustrated with documents from European history between 1815 and 1915, providing a comprehensive view of the political and social factors that contributed to the outbreak of war. The author explores the alliances and treaties that were formed between European nations, the economic and military power struggles that ensued, and the ideological differences that fueled nationalistic fervor. O'Regan also examines the role of key figures in the German government and military, such as Kaiser Wilhelm II and General Alfred von Schlieffen, and their decisions that ultimately led to war. The book includes primary source documents such as diplomatic correspondence, speeches, and newspaper articles, providing readers with an in-depth look at the events and attitudes of the time. The illustrations and maps help to contextualize the information presented, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, The German War of 1914 offers a detailed and nuanced perspective on one of the most significant events of the 20th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, students, and anyone interested in understanding the complex factors that led to the outbreak of World War I.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.
