Copse 125, by Ernst Jünger

Copse 125, by Ernst Jünger.
Copse 125, by Ernst Jünger is a work which follows the Stürmtrüp tactics, tactics which were created for trench warfare by German General Erich von Falkenhayn for the attack at Verdun in 1916 during the First World War. Jünger, a Stürmtrüppen officer during the war, a renown author, essayist and naturalist, brought his laudable skills and intellect to bear upon the study of the fighting for Copse 125, a battle in which he participated.
In the study of the fighting itself, Jünger focuses upon the moral, philosophical and spiritual aspects of trench warfare. He examines the strain and stress of combat upon the young men of his generation, noting and commenting upon the creation of a new form of man, one that he considers the hardiest yet. Through constant analysis and focus Jünger works upon the spirituality of warfare, drawing the reader in as he presents his case and his evidence. His portrayal of trench-life is bitter sweet, tempered often - as is expected - with death.
Copse 125 shows the power of patriotism, and especially the power of nationalism. The book also shows the power of the volunteer soldier, and of how their selfless act could, and can, be focused in a way which adapts to and overcomes the adversity of combat. Copse 125 is not only a stand alone study of warfare during the Great War, but of the philosophy and the spirituality of soldiers which stretches through each successive generation.