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Ypres 1914: An Official Account Published by Order of the German General Staff

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An officer's operational monograph presents the German General Staff's narrative of the fighting around Ypres in autumn 1914, tracing theatre organization, Fourth Army advances, major assaults and counteractions, and the final phases of the engagement. It reconstructs troop dispositions and orders of battle, describes artillery, logistic and engineering activity, and highlights operational difficulties such as terrain and supply. The text is accompanied by maps and sketches, an introductory commentary and critical notes that compare planned operations with battlefield realities, and appendices listing unit organizations and orders of battle used during the actions.

About the Author

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Otto Schwink

Otto Schwink was a military author known for his work during World War I. He is best recognized for "Ypres 1914: An Official Account Published by Order of the German General Staff," which provides a detailed perspective on the early battles of the war from the German viewpoint. This account reflects the strategic and operational considerations of the German military during a pivotal moment in the conflict. Schwink's writings contribute to the understanding of military history and the complexities of wartime narratives.

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