A Month in the Life of the Chief: Douglas Haig in September 1917 | Clive Harris

This talk by Clive Harris was delivered ’live’ to an online audience. In this, Clive studies a single month of the Great War through the eyes and actions of Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig. The period in question, September 1917, was not only a period of intense pressure on the frontline but also in the corridors of Westminster. Through the use of contemporary sources, modern academic interpretations and Haig’s personal diary entries, we are afforded a fascinating perspective on how the battlefield commander was, equally importantly, a competent battlefield manager during this critical stage of the war. We hope to host more ’live’ webinars. If you would like to take part in these, please do consider joining The Western Front Association.