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Ep.334 – The Office of Military Secretary – Prof John Bourne

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Prof. John Bourne talks about the essential role, activities, and function of the Office of the Military Secretary during the Great War.

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John offers valuable insights into this often-overlooked aspect of wartime operations. Explore the inner workings of the military bureaucracy that played a crucial role in shaping the course of the Great War.

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