Sons and Soldiers: The Untold Story of the Men Who Fought the Great War

A gripping and unforgettable account of the First World War, told through the eyes of the men who fought it.

In Sons and Soldiers, Bruce Henderson brings to life the experiences of the ordinary soldiers who fought in the First World War. Drawing on a wealth of previously unpublished sources, Henderson tells the story of these men from their enlistment to their return home, and in doing so, he sheds new light on one of the most cataclysmic events in human history.

A story of courage, sacrifice, and resilience

The men who fought in the First World War came from all walks of life. They were farmers, factory workers, students, and professionals. They were young and old, married and single, with families and without. They were all united by their willingness to serve their country, and by their shared experience of the horrors of war.

In Sons and Soldiers, Henderson tells the stories of these men with compassion and understanding. He captures their hopes and fears, their dreams and nightmares, and their struggles to come to terms with the violence and chaos of war. He also tells the story of the lasting impact of the war on these men, and on their families and communities.

A must-read for anyone interested in the First World War

Sons and Soldiers is a powerful and moving account of the First World War. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and resilience, and it is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Sons and Soldiers

"A masterpiece of historical storytelling. Henderson has written a book that is both deeply moving and profoundly insightful. Sons and Soldiers is a must-read for anyone interested in the First World War." - Max Hastings

"A powerful and unforgettable account of the First World War. Henderson brings to life the experiences of the ordinary soldiers who fought in the war, and in doing so, he sheds new light on one of the most cataclysmic events in human history." - Antony Beevor

"A beautifully written and deeply moving book. Henderson tells the story of the First World War with compassion and understanding, and he captures the hopes and fears, the dreams and nightmares, of the men who fought in it. Sons and Soldiers is a must-read for anyone interested in the First World War." - Margaret MacMillan