Dane, Edmund (Military historian) creator text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Hacking Through Belgium" by Edmund Dane is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the pivotal role Belgium played during a critical moment in European history, particularly regarding its defense against German invasion in World War I. It reflects on the bravery and sacrifices of the Belgian people as they stood up against overwhelming odds. The opening of the work establishes the atmosphere of tension and decision-making in the Belgian government as they face Germany's ultimatum for passage through their territory. The narrative follows King Albert and his ministers as they deliberate over the ultimatum, weighing their national honor against the aggressive posture of the German Empire. Ultimately, the Belgian government resolves to refuse, signifying their commitment to independence and resistance, despite the ensuing devastation. It’s a testament to patriotism and the struggle for sovereignty, highlighting the significance of Belgium's defiance in a wider context of international alliances and obligations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-02-28 Produced by Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Western Front D501 Original publication data not identified 15003421 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56661 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56661 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134315.0 56661