The Third Reich at War

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In January 1933, Adolf Hitler was sworn in as Chancellor of Germany, swiftly transforming the fragile democratic republic into a brutal dictatorship. He envisioned a new German empire that would last a thousand years, yet it collapsed in May 1945 after just over twelve years, marked by military defeat and Hitler's suicide. This book chronicles those tumultuous years, beginning with an examination of the Third Reich's roots in modern European history and Hitler's rise to power in the mid-1930s. It details the ferocity of Hitler's war machine, which dominated vast territories from the Arctic Circle to North Africa. Chapters include comprehensive accounts of major land, air, and sea battles, descriptions of Nazi weaponry and tactics, and profiles of key figures in Hitler's regime. The narrative also addresses the horrifying "final solution" enacted in death camps. With contributions from renowned historians and numerous eyewitness accounts, this work offers an authoritative and haunting portrayal of the era. Its massive scope and exhaustive content make it an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the full impact of those twelve years that profoundly affected the world.