'Le Cateau - A complete re-evaluation' by Maj (ret'd) Phil Watson

Following on from his excellent talk last September, Phil returns to the Branch to examine General Sir Horace Smith Dorrien's defence of his actions and why he decided to stand and fight at Le Cateau during the retreat from Mons. It is not an evaluation of the battle itself but of Smith Dorrien's reasoning and his justification for ignoring the direction of Field Marshal French.

Members and Non-members of The Western Front Association are equally welcome. Any new visitors are guaranteed a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome from a group of like-minded enthusiasts.