Tim Heath's work delves into the air war of the Second World War, with a particular focus on the German Luftwaffe. Extensive research, including close collaboration with the German War Graves Commission and interactions with German families and veterans, informs his writing. He brings a unique perspective by exploring lesser-known facets of history, weaving together personal narratives with broader historical events. His approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the historical context and the human stories within it.
From the first jungle forays, through the defeats, the victories, the war crimes and the final elements of the war in the jungle which led to ultimate victory over the Japanese, this volume is a unique attempt at telling the story from a fresh perspective, from all sides of the conflict.
Examines the lives of those who lived in East and West Prussia under the Third Reich era, their role in Germany's aspirations for world domination, those who survived the Soviet massacres that took place in the region and those who survived the greatest maritime disaster in history.
From camp guards to combatants and typists to telephone operators, Tim Heath shines a light on the experience and activities of women embroiled in the Third Reich. How did the supposedly gentle, submissive Haus Frau became entangled in the horror of the Nazi system?.
Draws upon a wealth of previously unpublished material to deliver a dramatic and unrivalled experience of life, death and love in the Third Reich.
The book explores the significant role women played in Adolf Hitler's rise to power during the 1932 election, revealing how they were drawn to the Nazi Party amidst the chaos of post-World War I Germany. It examines the societal conditions that led to a false sense of utopia, as women sought stability in a tumultuous political landscape marked by violence and uncertainty. The narrative highlights the complex motivations behind their support for Hitler, shedding light on a pivotal yet often overlooked aspect of this historical period.
Biological War Crimes during WW2
The book delves into the horrific human medical and military experimentation conducted by Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan during World War II, driven by their obsessions with race and eugenics. It examines the grim realities faced by victims, including concentration camp inmates and prisoners of war, subjected to extreme abuses without anesthesia. The narrative questions the motivations behind these experiments, the lack of accountability for Japanese physicians, and the potential benefits gained by Allied powers from the data collected. It combines testimonies from both perpetrators and victims to highlight humanity's capacity for cruelty.
Funny, poignant, charming and deeply sad at times, this is a fascinating insight into a teaching life.
The dazzling and brave story of Herti Bryan's experiences of supporting British prisoners of war during the Second World War.
Military Archaeology: How Detectorists and Major Finds Improve our Understanding of History is a valuable addition to the military and literary analysis of the archaeology of warfare from the Boudiccan uprising to the 2003 Invasion of Iraq.
Goes further than any other history on the Third Reich to discover the answers to many of the questions few would ever dare to ask.