Set against the backdrop of World War I in 1916, the narrative explores the intense challenges faced by British and allied troops amid conscription, devastating Zeppelin bombings, and significant naval and land battles. The grim realities of the Battle of Jutland and the staggering casualties at the Battle of the Somme highlight the resilience and determination of soldiers as they confront overwhelming adversity.
1,000 images of the third year of WW2 - September 1941 to September 1942, this is a quick, convenient visual history of the world's worst life-changing conflict.
The 'Great Push' as the offensive was advertised to the nation, began 1 July 1916. A glossy picture magazine was produced to inform the British public of the progress of the offensive. This book helps capture the propaganda thrust of the times and presents once more the illustrations of those bewildering days along with an ID number for easy reference.
The book is split into eight chapters which deal with different pivotal moments during the First World War from the American perspective, from the reasons behind the American involvement in the war and initial training to the major battles at Cantigny, Chateau Thierry and St. Mihiel. číst celé
SS-Totenkopf is a photographic account of that unit's birth and first month of active service. The Division, formed from concentration camp guards, fought alongside Rommel's 7th Panzer Division against the only British armored counterattack of the campaign. The translated text appears inter spaced with the author's explanations.