The author adopts detail in these various official histories to note he is in no doubt that the Flanders offensive as a whole damaged German morale and staying power, and resulted in the Kaiserschlacht of 1918 ultimately running out of steam. Within this phase of the war on the Western Front, the author is sympathetic the pressure Haig was understating that 'unfair and impossible demands and instructions were issued to the British Commander-in-Chief' with which he was not always able to comply. The chapter on the British Offensive of the autumn of 1918, like all the other sections, integrates thorough detail on the progression of battle, alongside, such as the communication between General Foch and Haig. The author emphasises what he views as a significant strength of Haig; his judgment that British morale would outlast that of Germany.

Jon Sandison, Freelance

'Haig: Master of the Field' remains an absolutely essential title for the library of anyone wishing to fully grasp the British C-in-C and the British Armies in France's role in the dramatic final two years of the Great War

Western Front Association, G. A. Webster

This is an important book in the historiography of the Great War... Haig: Master of the Field is a most interesting work.

The Long, Long Trail

This book makes a major contribution to the 'Haig Debate' and is an important element of the bibliography of The Great War.

The Forces Pension society - June 2011

A distinguished soldier who had served in South Africa, the author was selected to be Haig's Director of Operations in 1915, a key position he held until the end of the First World War. The book concentrates on the dramatic events of 1917 and 1918, and Davidson's viewpoint comes down wholeheartedly on Haig's side.

Britain at War - March 2011

The book provides insight into Haig's character, style and contribution, as well as his relationship with the Allies.

The Great War Magazine - March 2011

This new edition is bound to receive wide acclaim from both students of the Western Front and seasoned military historians, as well as lay readers. Its style is refreshingly modern-sounding and concise. Additionally, there are useful sketch-maps on the back pages, which help the reader to visualise the broader sweep of strategy that the author discusses.

Overall, 'Haig: Master of the Field' represents a considered, thoughtful, and vital assessment of the command of one of Britain's foremost soldiers, Sir Douglas Haig, and his role in the victory over Imperial Germany in 1917 and 1918, by one of his closest subordinates.

Military Times - February 2011