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Forgotten Wars

by James Barton

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Forgotten Wars covers the conflicts overlooked in popular history. Journey to World War One in East Africa with an undefeated German General, trek across Siberia during the Russian Revolution with a lost Czech legion, watch as Britain bombards Chinese forts in service to the Opium trade, and find out if a war actually started because of a football result. Expect bravery, incompetence, fascinating figures and incredible drama. By James Barton, proud History Nerd Contact - bartonjames84@proton.me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.