Facing the German Foe - Tapa blanda

Facing the German Foe is a World War One history classic by Colonel James. "I pray not," said Grenfel. "But we don't know, Fleming. For the last few years--ever since the trouble in the Balkans finally flamed up--Europe has been on the brink of a volcano. We don't know what the next day may bring forth. I've been afraid--" He stopped, suddenly, and seemed to consider. "There is danger now," he said, gravely. "Since the Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria was assassinated, Austria has been in an ugly mood. She has tried to blame Servia. I don't think Russia will let her crush Servia--not a second time. And if Russia and Austria fight, there is no telling how it may spread."