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.
