A Short History of First World War Trenches

Were the trenches always muddy?Was every minute spent under fire?How did soldiers get around?What food was eaten?And how did they build them anyway?A Short History of First World War Trenches is a subject that perpetually fascinates and brings to the fore questions of what the everyday soldier experienced in times of conflict and rest. Jam-packed with facts, stats and first-hand accounts of the action, all woven together in an accessible way by an expert in the field, this Short History will answer any question you have in a concise, informative way – an invaluable addition to anyone's bookshelf.