In this book, G.K. Chesterton tells the story of the life and times of Lord Kitchener, one of the most famous British military leaders of the early 20th century. He begins with Kitchener's early life, including his service in the British Army in India and the Sudan, and his rise to fame during the Boer War. He then follows Kitchener's career through the First World War, where he was appointed Secretary of State for War and was responsible for the recruitment of millions of men into the British Army. Chesterton examines Kitchener's character and his relationships with other leading figures of the time, including Winston Churchill and David Lloyd George. He also looks at Kitchener's legacy, both in terms of his military successes and his controversial decisions, such as the introduction of conscription. The book is an engaging and informative look at one of the most important figures of the early 20th century, and provides an insight into the life and times of Lord Kitchener.
By G.K. Chesterton · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biography, Military History