Aviation Specials | Illustrated History
Europe had stumbled into the most deadly and destructive conflict in its history. No-one knew how it would be fought; no-one knew how it would end. Those initial few critical months of the First World War are graphically portrayed in unique images and vivid prose. This 132-page special magazine includes:
THE ARMY IN FRANCE
The British Expeditionary Force fires its first shots of the war as it faces overwhelming odds. A desperate fighting retreat is transformed into victory at Le Cateau and the ‘Miracle’ of the Marne.
IN THE NARROW SEAS
At sea the Royal Navy flexes its muscles, drawing the German fleet into battles in the North Sea. German ships bombard the British east coast.
ACROSS THE GLOBE
Across the oceans the Royal Navy and the Imperial German Navy battle to the death in the Cocos Islands, the Falklands and East Africa. German overseas territories are attacked by British Empire forces.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Aviation Specials Illustrated History.