Headquarters Nights - Vernon Kellogg - Bog

Headquarters Nights is a book written by Vernon Kellogg that provides a unique insight into the experiences and conversations that took place at the headquarters of the German Army in France and Belgium during World War I. The author, who was an American entomologist and official of the Commission for Relief in Belgium, spent several months at the German headquarters, where he had the opportunity to interact with high-ranking military officials and gain a deeper understanding of the war.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of life at the German headquarters. The author describes the daily routine of the officers, the strategies and tactics used by the German Army, and the relationships between the different military leaders. He also shares anecdotes and conversations he had with some of the most prominent figures of the time, such as General Erich Ludendorff and Crown Prince Wilhelm.Throughout the book, Kellogg provides a balanced and objective perspective on the war and the German Army. He does not shy away from criticizing some of the actions and decisions made by the military leaders, but he also acknowledges their strengths and achievements. The author's unique position as an outsider allowed him to provide a fresh and insightful perspective on the war, which makes this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in this period of history.Overall, Headquarters Nights is a fascinating and informative account of life at the German Army headquarters during World War I. It provides a unique perspective on the war and the military leaders who shaped it, and is a must-read for anyone interested in this period of history.1917. Contents: Biographical Note; Foreword by Theodore Roosevelt; The Headquarters of the Great General Staff; Von Bissing's Headquarters; and A Belgian Record. �������One of the most graphic pictures of the German attitude, the attitude which has rendered this war inevitable, is contained in this book. It is a convincing, and an evidently truthful, exposition of the shocking, the unspeakably dreadful moral and intellectual perversion of character which makes Germany at present a menace to the whole civilized world.�������This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.