THE GERMAN OFFENSIVES OF 1918

Discover the inside story of the German offensives of 1918, which aimed to break the stalemate of World War I. This book is an in-depth operational study, analyzing the plans and decisions of the German General Staff. Learn previously unknown facts and understand why tactical successes did not translate into strategic victory. Immerse yourself in a story that changed the course of the war.

• Original German documents, not analyzed for 60 years
• First study focusing on the operational level of warfare
• Analysis of the causes of the failure of the offensives
• Detailed plans and operational orders
• New insights into the decision-making processes of the General Staff
• Pioneering analysis of Operation Hagen

David T. Zabecki's book is a groundbreaking study of the German offensives of 1918. The author, relying on original German documents that have not been thoroughly analyzed for over 60 years, presents a detailed picture of military operations on the Western Front. Zabecki focuses on the operational level of warfare, rather than the tactical or strategic, which allows for a new perspective on the causes of the successes and failures of German troops.

In his analysis, Zabecki reveals how the weakness of the BEF railway system contributed to the failure of the first two offensives, and how the weakness of the German railway system itself determined the outcome of the last three. The author is the first to analyze Operation Hagen, the planned but never executed last offensive of this campaign, in detail. His work sheds new light on the decision-making processes of the German General Staff and helps to better understand the causes of the stalemate on the Western Front.

This book is not only a valuable source of knowledge for researchers of World War I and the German army, but also for anyone interested in strategy and military theory. Through a thorough analysis of the original plans and operational orders, Zabecki offers a new perspective on the key events of the war and helps to understand how errors in operational planning can lead to strategic failure. A must-read for anyone who wants to delve into the secrets of the art of war.

Napoleon V Publishing House has ensured a high editorial quality of this publication. The hardcover and careful edition make the book look elegant and will be an ornament to any library. The 172x247 mm format and 482 pages filled with detailed analysis guarantee satisfaction for every reader.