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I have just got done reading With The Kaiser's Army, A Neutral Observer in Belgium and France. Written by Sven Hedin, who was a Swedish Professor, writer, illustrator and adventurer. In 1914 at the start of the war he requested to be an observer with the German Army. He was granted close to unrestricted access to go and see what ever he wanted and talk to whoever he wanted. During his travels he meets quite a few German Generals, high ranking officers and Nobility as well as the Kaiser. It is quite obvious that Hedin is very Pro-German but writes on many occasions about the bravery and courage of the French and British soldiers. It is a very interesting read about the opening months of the conflict, covering the race to the sea, early aviation, artillery, supply chains and medical treatment to name but a few topics covered. This book was originally published in 1914 upon his return to Sweden and was translated to English in 1915. My copy is a modern reprint published in 2014. 

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