Chambers has very thoroughly covered this disastrous period in the eight-month's struggle for the Gallipoli Peninsula. This is an excellent read for anyone wishing to expand their understanding of the Gallipoli Campaign.

RUSI Defence Systems

This book follows the now well established pattern of the Battleground Gallipoli series as authored by the excellent Steve Chambers... The account of the resulting Battle of Sari Bair is wonderfully illustrated with photos and maps that attempt to bring order to the chaos... Chambers presents a series of sensible routes annotated with plenty to see.

Stand To!

Stephen Chambers has already written a series of books on the Gallipoli campaign and this focuses on the plan to capture the Sari Bair range of hills. There is a five page introduction that sets the operation in the context of the overall battle then 154 pages of first quality work, well illustrated and with good maps. The author has walked the battle area extensively and then goes on to produce another 57 pages of maps, photos and advise to those planning a visit. There are also good links to the Turkish side of the battle or Cannakale Savasi as it is known there

The narratives are accurate, concise and well cross referenced to notes , bibliography and recommended further reading. The index is well organised and the Order of Battle covers both sides.

The book is probably aimed at those who have already understood the broad lines of the whole campaign, is a good onward guide for those researching or writing, but an absolute must for anyone planning to visit the battlefield. Stephen Chambers sets a fine standard. The book is extremely readable and even after nearly a century, there is a terrible sadness of so much the men suffered.

Army Rumour Service

The Battleground Series is now well-established with more than 140 titles in print. This addition to the series maintains the very high standard set by the series. It includes a great many images in support of the text. The combination of thorough research and clear writing has produced a comprehensive work that can be used as a battlefield guide, or as a detailed historical account that will grace any WWI library. Highly recommended.

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