The Great Peace (1918)

The Great Peace (1918) is a historical book written by Harry Huntington Powers. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the end of World War I and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Powers examines the causes of the war, the major players involved, and the impact of the war on the world.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the war. The first chapter provides an overview of the political and social situation in Europe before the war. Powers then goes on to discuss the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, which is widely regarded as the event that triggered the war.The book also explores the major battles and campaigns of the war, including the Battle of the Marne, the Battle of Jutland, and the Battle of the Somme. Powers provides detailed accounts of these battles, including the strategies employed by the various armies and the impact of these battles on the outcome of the war.The final chapters of the book focus on the negotiations that led to the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Powers examines the various demands made by the victorious powers and the compromises that were ultimately reached. He also discusses the impact of the treaty on Germany and the rest of Europe, including the rise of Hitler and the Second World War.Overall, The Great Peace (1918) is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant events in modern history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of World War I and its aftermath.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.