Release date is 2018-01-12

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"How the Nations Waged War" by J. M. Kennedy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the impact of World War I, detailing how various nations prepared for and engaged in warfare, with particular emphasis on British diplomatic efforts and military actions. This volume serves as a companion piece to "How the War Began," extending the examination of military and political alliances that led to the conflict. The opening of the work presents a detailed narrative surrounding the diplomatic discussions leading up to the war, particularly highlighting pivotal moments such as the British Ambassador Sir Edward Goschen's interactions with German officials. It captures the tense exchanges regarding the violation of Belgian neutrality, encapsulating the emotions and political maneuvering that characterized the pre-war climate. This sets the stage for understanding the complex relationships and motivations of the nations involved as they steered toward a large-scale conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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