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Explore the comprehensive life and distinguished military career of Sir John French, famously known as "The Little Field Marshal," in this compelling biography. Delving into his pivotal role as a British general, particularly during World War I, this Cassell Military Paperback offers an insightful look into the challenges and command decisions that shaped early 20th-century military history.

Lord Charles Cornwallis was a prominent British general and colonial administrator, best known for his pivotal role in the American Revolutionary War where he famously surrendered his army at Yorktown in 1781. His distinguished career also included significant service as Governor-General of India and Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, implementing key reforms and leading military campaigns across the British Empire.

The British General Election of 1964 was a pivotal moment in UK politics, seeing the Labour Party, led by Harold Wilson, achieve a narrow victory over the incumbent Conservative government. This election marked the end of thirteen years of Conservative rule and ushered in a new era of social and economic change for Britain.