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Ypres

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During the course of the First World War there were no fewer than five Battles of Ypres. Our books include battlefield guides and eyewitness accounts, to give an extensive insight into this aspect of the Great War.

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Overall, another excellent book in this series which is an essential point of reference to take to the battlefields, enabling any visitor to get to grips further with the landscape and events.
Jon Sandison, Freelance

An excellent guide for those who like to control their own visits/tours. Read the full review [link=https://www.militarymodelscene.com/pands-ypres-1914-menin-road]here[/link]
Military Model Scene, Robin Buckland

Raised in 1902 and disbanded in 1922; one squadron served as part of the BEF at Mons in 1914 and subsequently a further five squadrons served with distinction throughout the Great War in France and Flanders. This is the first published account of the South Irish Horse and the author has done well to pull together a coherent and relatively detailed story draw largely from incomplete war diaries and press reports. He includes a reconstructed roll of honour and a list of honours and awards.
Military Historical Society

Written and researched to a high standard, these works represent a superb achievement. [b]Highly recommended. 10/10[/b]
The Great War magazine, November 2018

It is worth seeking out and reading and if you are a fan of Great War motorbikes and vehicles this is a must.
War History Online - Wayne Osborne

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Mud and Bodies

Neil Weir died in 1967, but it was not until 2009 that his grandson, Mike Burns, discovered his diary and letters among some packing trunks he had been left, and learnt that his grandfather had served as an officer in the 10th Battalion Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders for much of the First World War. A captain and company commander at the tender… Read more...

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