Punctuated by powerful eyewitness testimony, this compelling and often shocking narrative highlights the strategy of military commanders as well as the experience of men on the frontline.Whether located inthe apocalyptic terrain of the Western Front, or the hidden guerilla tunnels of Vietnam, thishistoryreveals that these battles were shaped not just by distant military commanders but by men fighting on the frontline. "What were the key factors that swayed the course of victory? Was it sheer grit and determination, military intelligence, or strategic initiative?" To answer these questions the...