A Short History of the 6th Division Aug. 1914-March 1919

by Sir Thomas Owen Marden

Overview

Major General Sir Thomas Owen Marden KBE, CB, CMG (15 September 1866 – 11 September 1951) was a British Army officer, active during the Boer War and the First World War, where he commanded a battalion of the Welch Regiment, a brigade, and finally 6th Division. Following the war, he commanded a British occupying force in Turkey during the Chanak Crisis in the early 1920s.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783958645554
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	09/18/2016
Series:	The World At War
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	105
File size:	470 KB

About the Author

Sir Thomas Owen Marden (1866-1951) was a distinguished British Army officer and author whose life and works offer a compelling glimpse into the tumultuous early 20th century. Born into a military family, Marden's career spanned several key conflicts, including the Second Boer War and World War I, where he earned a reputation for his strategic acumen and leadership.Marden's literary contributions extend beyond his military exploits, delving into the human aspects of warfare and the psychological toll on soldiers. His writings are noted for their vivid detail and empathetic portrayal of the common soldier's experience, setting him apart from many of his contemporaries who often glorified war. This nuanced perspective has influenced a generation of writers and historians, encouraging a more critical and humanistic approach to military history.Controversially, Marden was an outspoken critic of the political and military leadership of his time, which earned him both admirers and detractors. His candid assessments of strategic blunders and bureaucratic inefficiencies sparked debates that resonate to this day, highlighting the often-overlooked complexities of leadership in wartime.Marden's revolutionary ideas about the importance of mental health for soldiers were ahead of his time, advocating for better psychological support long before it became a standard practice. His legacy is not just in his military achievements but in his compassionate advocacy for the men he led, making him a figure of enduring relevance in both military and literary circles.
Major General Sir Thomas Owen Marden KBE CB CMG (15 September 1866 – 11 September 1951) was a British Army officer, active during the Second Boer War and World War I, where he commanded a battalion of the Welsh Regiment, a brigade, and finally the 6th Division. Following the war, he commanded a British occupying force in Turkey during the Chanak Crisis in the early 1920s. (Wikipedia)