Hardie Bick Peter Ed (1 results)

Softcover. Condition: Fine. Stiff unmarked book, about new.; 6.14 X 0 X 9.25 inches; 224 pages; The diary highlights innovative Canadian artillery tactics (e. G. , precise creeping barrages and counter-battery fire pioneered at Vimy Ridge) , coordination with infantry, logistical challenges, and the intensity of shellfire. Bick's entries are more descriptive than typical terse War Diaries, offering insights into planning, movements, casualties, and the artillery's contribution to breaking German resistance. The editor (Bick's son) adds contextual commentary, explanations of technical terms, and background on Canadian artillery advancements, making it accessible for general readers. Foreword by military historian Brian Reid. (Grok).…