Slim, Master of War: Burma, 1942-5

'Elegantly written and beautifully produced' TLS
How 'Uncle Bill' won the war in Burma

Defeated and demoralised, British units in the Far East had virtually been ejected from Burma when, in 1943, General W. J. Slim organised, trained, and then deployed his famous 'forgotten' 14th Army to devastating effect. Slim's forces defeated the Japanese twice and liberated Burma in the process.

One of the most innovative soldiers of his generation, Slim's 'smart' style of soldiering was startling in its modernity — and with it, he achieved something no one believed possible.

Key Highlights:

• General W. J. Slim: A commander who turned defeat into victory.
• The 'forgotten' 14th Army: Organised, trained, and deployed to liberate Burma.
• Innovative soldiering: Slim's modern and strategic approach led to unprecedented success.

An intelligent, compassionate commander, Slim was also a heroic figure to the men he commanded — affectionately known to the ranks as 'Uncle Bill'.

This biography tells the fascinating story of how Slim brought victory out of defeat. Author Robert Lyman gives him his rightful place alongside Patton and Guderian, in the pantheon of eminent and unorthodox Second World War commanders.