
The Imperial German Army Between Kaiser and King: Monarchy, Nation-Building, and War, 1866-1918
بواسطة:
Gavin Wiens
الطبعة: 6
لغة: الألمانية
تنسيق: كيندل
رقم دولي معياري للكتاب 10: 3031228634
رقم دولي معياري للكتاب 13: 9783031228636
تاريخ النشر:
January 1st, 2023
الناشر: Palgrave Macmillan
صفحات: 463
الأنواع: History
Gavin Wiens offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of the Imperial German Army from 1866 to 1918, exploring the intricate relationships between monarchy, national identity, and warfare. Through a detailed analysis, he delves into how the army not only represented military might but also played a crucial role in shaping the nation's collective identity during a transformative era in Germany's history.
By examining the interplay between military strategies and political agendas, Wiens uncovers the tensions and alliances that existed within the ranks and between the army and the monarchy. He highlights how these dynamics influenced the broader context of nation-building, revealing the ways in which the aspirations of the state and the ambitions of military leaders often intersected and clashed.
As the narrative unfolds, the reader gains insight into the evolving nature of German militarism and the impact of external conflicts on domestic policies. This compelling study provides a nuanced understanding of how the army navigated the tumultuous landscape of loyalty, duty, and national pride that defined Germany in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
By examining the interplay between military strategies and political agendas, Wiens uncovers the tensions and alliances that existed within the ranks and between the army and the monarchy. He highlights how these dynamics influenced the broader context of nation-building, revealing the ways in which the aspirations of the state and the ambitions of military leaders often intersected and clashed.
As the narrative unfolds, the reader gains insight into the evolving nature of German militarism and the impact of external conflicts on domestic policies. This compelling study provides a nuanced understanding of how the army navigated the tumultuous landscape of loyalty, duty, and national pride that defined Germany in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.