Railways in Wartime

by Tim Bryan

The strategic importance of railways was recognized almost from the beginning of their development, but it was not until the end of the nineteenth century that their real value was appreciated by the military. In both the First and Second World Wars, railways were crucial in the transportation of men, munitions and coal, whilst on the Continent British forces operated railways to support the war effort. The heroic story of railways at war was confirmed...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0747810508
• ISBN13: 9780747810506
• Release Date: July 2011
• Publisher: Shire Publications
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.8" x 8.0"