The Audacious War
by OpenStories
Original author: Clarence W. Barron
"The Audacious War" by Clarence W. Barron is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically addressing the context and implications of World War I. The book explores the economic, political, and military factors behind the war, analyzing the actions of various nations involved, particularly Germany, and reflecting on the broader consequences for civilization. At the start of the narrative, Barron introduces the concept of the war as the greatest conflict in history, not only in terms of combat but also in its political and economic dimensions. He seeks to uncover the motivations behind the war, emphasizing the roles of tariffs and commercial treaties that shaped national policies leading up to the outbreak of hostilities. In his exploration, he discusses the intricacies of military strategies, the influence of economic conditions on warfare, and the dire implications for humanity as nations grapple with the realities of conflict, all while providing a vivid depiction of the landscape of the war-torn countries.
The Audacious War, by Clarence W. Barron. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #18125.
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18 Chapters
- 1.Preface1,499 words
- 2.Chapter I: The World's Greatest Contest2,300 words
- 3.Chapter II: Tariffs and Commerce the War Causes1,760 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Political Causes of the War1,571 words
- 5.Chapter IV: Peace Proposals1,654 words
- 6.Chapter V: France and the French2,092 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Position of France1,566 words
- 8.Chapter VII: French Finance2,384 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: The Belgian Sacrifice2,042 words
- 10.Chapter IX: Russia and the Russians1,362 words
- 11.Chapter X: The English Position2,921 words
- 12.Chapter XI: English War Forces2,103 words
- 13.Chapter XII: English War Finance2,077 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: German Resources2,208 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Is It the People's War?1,617 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The German Position2,234 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: The Lessons for America2,404 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: What Peace Should Mean3,082 words