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This list is specifically limited to the period between the beginning of the Spanish War of Succession and the end of the Second World War, and is restricted to generals who were born in the British Isles. There are some controversial additions and the ranking is purely my own personal opinion. 10. Henry Rawlinson – [...]
Posted by Shell Harris on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 12:01 am
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While unfortunate, it cannot be denied that warfare has had a major role in shaping our world. It has defined our history, created and destroyed entire nations, and repeatedly altered society in both major and subtle ways for thousands of years. While history is replete with battles both large and small, there are a few [...]
Posted by Jeff Danelek on Monday, August 29, 2011 at 12:01 am
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