A Matter of Honor: Britain and the First World War

Zack Twamley, the host of the popular, “When Diplomacy Fails” podcast explores the role “Honor” played in Britain’s entry into World War I. The decision to enter the war in conjunction with France and Russia in 1914 was no a foregone conclusion. There were pro’s and con’s within the government to enter the war – and the German invasion of Belgium was not the final push to get Britain to declare war on Germany. Zach examines “Honor”, as was passed down from Victorian to Edwardian England as its role in the government’s final decision. This book is based on his master’s thesis and his podcast.