The Advance from Mons 1914: The Experiences of a German Infantry Officer (Helion Library of the Great War)

by Walter Bloem

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This is an outstanding personal memoir penned by a German infantry officer recalling his experiences during the initial days and weeks of the war in the West, July-September 1914. Walter Bloem was a Captain in the German 12th Grenadier Regiment (Royal Prussian Grenadier Regiment Prinz Carl von Preu�en, 2nd Brandenburg, Nr 12 - to give his unit its full title). His narrative gives a superb insight into the outbreak of war and his regiment's mobilization, followed by the advance through Belgium and France, including the author's participation at the battles of Mons, Le Cateau, the Marne and the… (more)

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Liaison 1914 by Edward Spears (pitjrw)
pitjrw: During the same period covered by The Advance from Mons 1914 Spears was the Liaison officer from the BEF opposite Bloem to the French high command.

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Very well written and compelling account of the German advance on the Western Front in 1914. Bloem is a good observer and a dedicated officer. Edmonds includes his book in the introduction of his history of the World War.

bowlees | Mar 10, 2016 |

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This is an outstanding personal memoir penned by a German infantry officer recalling his experiences during the initial days and weeks of the war in the West, July-September 1914. Walter Bloem was a Captain in the German 12th Grenadier Regiment (Royal Prussian Grenadier Regiment Prinz Carl von Preu�en, 2nd Brandenburg, Nr 12 - to give his unit its full title). His narrative gives a superb insight into the outbreak of war and his regiment's mobilization, followed by the advance through Belgium and France, including the author's participation at the battles of Mons, Le Cateau, the Marne and the

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