This addition to the growing series of battlefield guides has been written by Michael Stedman, author of Thiepval. Drawing upon the wealth of material available in both national and local archives, documentary evidence, personal reminiscence and British and German unit histories, La Boiselle will add enormously to the experience of any visitor to this extraordinary location on the Somme battlefield.This distinctive volume has ample detail to satisfy the discerning expert whilst retaining the accessible style which will ensure that anyone new to these magnificently informative places will feel at home with the text. Apart from the historical detail, La Boiselle is illuminated by a distinctive and detailed array of maps and aerial photographs which will guide the reader both at home and in the field. To support the maps a sequence of contemporary and comparison present-day photographs will enable students to plan and execute a series of enjoyable, informative and evocative tours through the locality.These walks will guide people to little-known sections of still existent front-line and assembly trenches, dug-outs, gun-pits and observation posts, past the memorials and cemeteries, with an eye for detail as well as to the human and personal experience of the conflict. If you are researching the story of a family member who served or is commemorated here, if you wish to deepen and illuminate a visit to a new Western Front location, if you are a student of the battlefield and the military tactics employed here, La Boiselle will add enormously to your knowledge and understanding of this powerful place. In an unsentimental manner, La Boiselle can transport you back across eight decades to understand something of the experience of the Tommies and their German counterparts who fought and died here during the Great War.
The Battleground Europe series of guides is designed for both the battlefield visitor and the armchair traveler. There is extensive guidance on how to make the most of your battlefield visit. The historical significance of each site is described in detail with the aid of maps and photographs.
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Librería: GLENN DAVID BOOKS, Wyomissing, PA, Estados Unidos de America
Soft cover. Condición: Very Good+. First Edition. This is a British WWI Series soft cover book in Very Good+ condition. c1997, First Edition. Printed in Great Britain. This is a Very Interesting WWI Battleground history book with great illustrations. It has been lightly read. It is in Very Nice condition with a bright & clean cover and unmarked pages, no names. Very smooth spine. Some light shelf wear. 167 pages. #22141-1123. Nº de ref. del artículo: 022141
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Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This addition to the growing series of battlefield guides has been written by Michael Stedman, author of Thiepval. Drawing upon the wealth of material available in both national and local archives, documentary evidence, personal reminiscence and British and German unit histories, La Boiselle will add enormously to the experience of any visitor to this extraordinary location on the Somme battlefield.This distinctive volume has ample detail to satisfy the discerning expert whilst retaining the accessible style which will ensure that anyone new to these magnificently informative places will feel at home with the text. Apart from the historical detail, La Boiselle is illuminated by a distinctive and detailed array of maps and aerial photographs which will guide the reader both at home and in the field. To support the maps a sequence of contemporary and comparison present-day photographs will enable students to plan and execute a series of enjoyable, informative and evocative tours through the locality.These walks will guide people to little-known sections of still existent front-line and assembly trenches, dug-outs, gun-pits and observation posts, past the memorials and cemeteries, with an eye for detail as well as to the human and personal experience of the conflict. If you are researching the story of a family member who served or is commemorated here, if you wish to deepen and illuminate a visit to a new Western Front location, if you are a student of the battlefield and the military tactics employed here, La Boiselle will add enormously to your knowledge and understanding of this powerful place. In an unsentimental manner, La Boiselle can transport you back across eight decades to understand something of the experience of the Tommies and their German counterparts who fought and died here during the Great War. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR001602278
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Librería: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Reino Unido
Condición: LikeNew. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Nº de ref. del artículo: wbs3529263124
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Librería: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, Estados Unidos de America
paperback. Condición: Fine. Nº de ref. del artículo: mon0003244339
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Librería: Grand Eagle Retail, Wilmington, DE, Estados Unidos de America
Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. This addition to the growing series of battlefield guides has been written by Michael Stedman, author of Thiepval. Drawing upon the wealth of material available in both national and local archives, documentary evidence, personal reminiscence and British and German unit histories, La Boiselle will add enormously to the experience of any visitor to this extraordinary location on the Somme battlefield. This distinctive volume has ample detail to satisfy the discerning expert whilst retaining the accessible style which will ensure that anyone new to these magnificently informative places will feel at home with the text. Apart from the historical detail, La Boiselle is illuminated by a distinctive and detailed array of maps and aerial photographs which will guide the reader both at home and in the field. To support the maps a sequence of contemporary and comparison present-day photographs will enable students to plan and execute a series of enjoyable, informative and evocative tours through the locality. These walks will guide people to little-known sections of still existent front-line and assembly trenches, dug-outs, gun-pits and observation posts, past the memorials and cemeteries, with an eye for detail as well as to the human and personal experience of the conflict. If you are researching the story of a family member who served or is commemorated here, if you wish to deepen and illuminate a visit to a new Western Front location, if you are a student of the battlefield and the military tactics employed here, La Boiselle will add enormously to your knowledge and understanding of this powerful place. In an unsentimental manner, La Boiselle can transport you back across eight decades to understand something of the experience of the Tommies and their German counterparts who fought and died here during the Great War. A volume in the BATTLEGROUND EUROPE series, a battlefield guide which draws upon material in national and local archives, documentary evidence, personal reminiscence and British and German unit histories of the Somme battlefield during World War I. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780850525403
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Librería: RIVERLEE BOOKS, Waltham Cross, HERTS, Reino Unido
Soft cover. Condición: Good. Paperback in good condition. Nº de ref. del artículo: 108682
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Librería: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Estados Unidos de America
PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: GB-9780850525403
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Librería: booksXpress, Bayonne, NJ, Estados Unidos de America
Soft Cover. Condición: new. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9780850525403
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Librería: M Godding Books Ltd, Devizes, WILTS, Reino Unido
Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Paperback. Published in 1997. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail with tracking worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 215488
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Librería: Capricorn Books, Oakville, ON, Canada
Soft Cover. Condición: Very Good+. First Edition. 167 pp, 8vo (8 1/2" H). Profusely illustrated with b&w photographs, maps, reproductions. "La Boiselle and the nearby villages of Ovillers and Contalmaison encompass a great wealth of history encapsulating the bravery, sacrifice and endurance which have become bywords for the soldiers' experience during the 1916 Battle of the Somme. The author places the reader in the thick of the fighting on this particular section of the battlefield of the Great War." Interior - clean and tight with no previous ownership marks. Exterior - very light rubbing, one tiny corner crease. Not Signed. Nº de ref. del artículo: 13962
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