This vintage book contains the eighteenth volume of "Nelson's History of the War". It constitutes a detailed historical account of the First World War, focusing on German's call for peace and America's declaration of war. Fantastically detailed and informative, this profusely illustrated volume will be of considerable utility to those with a keen interest in the First World War and twentieth-century European history. Contents include: "The Manoeuvres for Peace", "The End of the Rumanian Retreat", "The Clearing of the Sinai and the Fall of Baghdad", "The Russian Revolution", "The Situation in Austria", "The New Government in Britain", "The Breaking of American Patience", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with its original artwork and text.