Fighting in Flanders

Edward Alexander Powell's Fighting in Flanders transports listeners to the frontlines of World War I through the eyes of an acclaimed war correspondent embedded with Belgian forces. As a special correspondent for The New York World, Powell witnessed one of history's most pivotal campaigns—from the Belgian Government's desperate flight out of Brussels to the dramatic fall of Antwerp—and chronicles these harrowing events with vivid immediacy. Rather than offering dry military analysis, this gripping war history captures the human experience of combat and occupation. Powell's firsthand accounts reveal the courage, suffering, and resilience of the Belgian people during their nation's darkest hours. His unique position as an impartial American observer—with friends across all warring nations—lends credibility and nuance to his observations, avoiding propaganda while delivering raw, authentic testimony of warfare's devastating impact. Accompanied by striking photographs from the field, Powell's narrative brings the chaos of trench warfare, aerial bombardment, and urban conquest to vivid life. Written while memories remained sharp, this historical narrative offers readers an intimate perspective on the opening phase of the Great War that shaped modern Europe. Perfect for history enthusiasts, World War I scholars, and anyone seeking unflinching accounts of combat from those who lived it, Fighting in Flanders remains an essential primary source document and compelling human story from one of humanity's most consequential conflicts.