Technologically, World War I was the first modern war, but the generals in charge were trained during an age of cavalry. The result was massive slaughter, making it one of the most troubling wars of history.

Originally published: 2007. "In association with Imperial War Museums"--Cover.

Over by Christmas?:1914 -- The angels of Mons: September 1914 -- Strange meetings: December 1914 -- The great zeppelin campaign:1915-18 -- The battle of Jutland: May-June 1916 -- The first day of the Somme:July 1, 1916 -- The quiet rebellion: May-June 1917 -- The cellar house of Pervyse: 1914-1918 -- Nightmare at Belleau Wood: 1918 -- From Great War to First World War: 1918 -- Sources and further reading.