Essential Guide To World War Ii

Author : Mitchell G. Bard, Ph.D.
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Page : 559 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9780241884324

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War II, 3rd Edition by Mitchell G. Bard, Ph.D. Pdf

The Complete Idiots Guide® to World War II, Second Edition, will feature updated and expanded coverage of the fateful D-Day invasion, a critical timeline of major WW II events, and a WW II timeline highlighting the crucial and most important events of the war. It will include details about major battles on land, in the air, and on the sea-starting with Hitler's rise to power and his goal of European conquest; to Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbor; to the decisive battles such as D-Day and the Battle of the Midway, which turned they tides of the war toward the Allies.

Author : David R. Hustler
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : History
ISBN : 9781434912428

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Basic Guide for World War II Reenacting by David R. Hustler Pdf

Author : Jonathan Gawne
Publisher : Casemate
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781636240107

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Finding Your Father's War by Jonathan Gawne Pdf

A guide to learning more about your relatives’ experience serving in the U.S. Army during World War II. In this fully revised edition of Finding Your Father’s War, military historian Jonathan Gawne has written an easily accessible handbook for anyone seeking greater knowledge of their relatives’ experience in World War II, or indeed anyone seeking a better understanding of the U.S. Army during World War II. With over 470 photographs, charts, and an engaging narrative with many rare insights into wartime service, this book is an invaluable tool for understanding our “citizen soldiers,” who once rose as a generation to fight the greatest war in American history. “Jonathan's Gawne’s book is a 5-star blueprint, well-written and beautifully illustrated, to deciphering a loved one’s WW2 U.S. Army service.” —The Commander’s Voice “A great read not only for genealogists wishing to research an ancestor, but also for those who simply have an interest in the United States Army during World War II . . . written so that anyone, even those with no military background, can understand, yet also includes more advanced information . . . detail is phenomenal . . . a must read reference book for any professional genealogist or military historian.” —APG Quarterly

Author : Christopher Catherwood
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-07
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780745114

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World War II by Christopher Catherwood Pdf

With over sixty million casualties World War II was the bloodiest conflict in history. In this incisive introduction, Christopher Catherwood covers all the key battles, while giving the wider story behind them. He also brings a fresh angle to the conflict, emphasising the huge impact of the preceding Sino-Japanese War on World War II and the relative unimportance of the British campaign in Africa. From the impact of the Hiroshima bombing to the horrors wreaked by the Red Army and the Nazis, Catherwood makes clear the legacy of the war today. Full of text-boxes revealing key details about intelligence, weaponry, and the social milieu of the conflict, there is no better brief introduction.

Author : Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-22
Category : World War, 1939-1945
ISBN : 0241184185

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World War II the Definitive Visual Guide by Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff Pdf

The definitive visual history of the people, politics and events of the epic conflict that shaped the modern world, World War II From the build-up of hostility in the years leading up to the war, through to the reverberations still felt in the aftermath, this is a compelling, accessible and immediate history of perhaps the most complex, frightening and destructive event in global history, World War II. Discover how deep-seated local fears and hatreds escalated into one vast global conflict that was fought out to the bitter end. Find out about key battles, political and economic forces, individual leaders and technological advances that influenced the course of the war. Cross-referencing appears throughout and timelines and global maps establish an overview of each year of the conflict, from the rise of Hitler and the Nazi party to Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima and the D-Day landings. Packed with images, including rarely seen colour photographs and unforgettable first person accounts, World War II is a uniquely accessible account of history's most devastating conflict.

Author : Gordon Rottman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2001-12-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313075582

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World War II Pacific Island Guide by Gordon Rottman Pdf

Covering all Pacific islands involved in World War II military operations, this book is a detailed, single source of information on virtually every geo-military aspect of the Pacific Theater. Arranged regionally and, to the extent possible, chronologically according to when islands entered the war, entries provide complete background information. Along with island names, nicknames, Allied code names, location, and wartime time zones, the entries include such topics as the island's physical characteristics, weather, health hazards, historical background, native population, natural resources, and military value. Japanese and Allied strategies and operations, military problems caused by terrain, military installations, Japanese units and key commanders, Allied units and key commanders, and brief battle descriptions are also covered along with the island's postwar status. A valuable resource for researchers, historians, military history enthusiasts, and war gamers, the book provides complete background information on the geo-military aspects of the Pacific Ocean region, its islands, and the roles they played in the war. 108 maps provide specific information. Until now, geo-military information could only be found by searching four to ten publications on each island.

Author : Thomas R. Flagel
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781402271465

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The History Buff's Guide to World War II by Thomas R. Flagel Pdf

Did you know that neither Hitler nor Stalin graduated from high school? Or that the Allies often employed teenage girls as spies? In The History Buff's Guide to World War II, Thomas R. Flagel leaves no stone unturned as he presents dozens of top ten lists that examine the politics, leaders, and battles of the Second World War. From Hitler to Stalin, battleground to home front, Flagel's compelling analysis and attention to often-overlooked information ensures a surprise on every page for even the most dedicated World War II buff. This fresh, impossible-to-put-down book puts a new perspective on one of the most heavily researched wars of all time and is sue to enthrall expert and amateur historians alike. Do You Think You Know World War II? Top Ten Speeches Top Ten Causes of Military Deaths Top Ten Most Popular Myths and Misconceptions Top Ten Forms of Resistance Top Ten Military Blunders

Author : Daniel Turner
Publisher : Daniel Turner
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781497523890

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Simple History: A simple guide to World War I - CENTENARY EDITION by Daniel Turner Pdf

This year 2014 marks the 100 years centenary of the First World War, one of the most destructive and world changing conflicts in the history of mankind. Learn the fascinating facts about the First World War and discover this epic moment in history. With the fun illustrations and the unique style of the 'Simple History' series, let this book absorb you into a period of history which truly changed the world. Jump into the muddy trenches of World War I and on the way meet the soldiers and leaders of the conflict and explore the exciting weapons, tanks, planes & technology of battle. Illustrated in the popular minimalist style of today, young reader's imaginations will come to life. Simple history gives you the facts in a simple uncomplicated and eye catching way. Simple history is part of an ongoing series, what will be the next episode? Designed for children aged 9 -12 Visit the website information: www.simplehistory.co.uk Build your collection today!

Author : Alan Axelrod
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : 0028639022

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to World War I by Alan Axelrod Pdf

Provides coverage of the causes leading to war, famous battles, weapons, and the influence on political and cultural development, and includes biographical information on key figures.

Author : David Jordan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Guerre mondiale, 1939-1945
ISBN : 1592237215

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The Timeline of World War II by David Jordan Pdf

More than 60 years later, the Second World War continues to be a topic of keen interest. This comprehensive guide chronicles the war as it happened and provides details of key battles in Europe and the Pacific. The stunning artwork in The Timeline of World War II includes more than 300 images, including rare archival action photographs and full-colour original works of art. The timeline running through the text links key developments of each stage of the era, and the eight-page double-sided timeline poster profiles key events.

Author : Keith Ward
Publisher : Datafile 1939-45
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1909384445

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World War II German Field Weapons and Equipment by Keith Ward Pdf

This title is the first in a series that employs a simple and effective concept to illustrate and describe the multiplicity of equipment and weapons systems used on the ground during World War II. Whilst many books have described such weapons and war matériel, Keith Ward's unique abilities as a 3D technical artist bring these items to life, illustrated throughout in full color. Here, in a single concise volume, are all major and many minor and less well-known items of German weaponry and equipment, rendered precisely, including detailed cutaways showing their internal workings, information which is often absent from other publications. Technical details are also provided. This is an essential volume for anyone interested in the German Armed Forces of World War II.

Author : Daniel Turner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1515090760

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Simple History: Vietnam War by Daniel Turner Pdf

The war in Vietnam was a bitter and unpopular conflict for the American soldiers and people back home. It was also a war where the media played a big role. Both French colonial rule and the American intervention in Vietnam failed, but why?Find out inside! Discover a timeline telling the story of the conflict and explore the battles, technology and tactics of combat. Imagine you're in the humid jungles of Vietnam, the Vietcong ready to ambush your squad any minute and booby traps lay hidden across the ground and you're only a teenager. That was the experience for many Americans in the sixties.

Author : Debra Johnson Knox
Publisher : M I E Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : United States
ISBN : 1877639915

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World War Two Military Records by Debra Johnson Knox Pdf

For those who have ever wondered where their relatives served in World War II, where they were on D-Day, or what medals and awards they received, this reference provides strategies for uncovering the details of family members' experiences during the war. Divulged are the keys to discovering personnel and medical records, casualty reports, WWII draft registrations, burial sites, military honors, and unit and ship histories. Information is included on using many different types of resources, including military, state, and federal records; service numbers; national cemeteries; and division reunion associations.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : History
ISBN : 0756642787

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World War Two by Anonim Pdf

Published to commemorate the 70th anniversary of World War II, this completely new account of one of the deadliest conflicts in history opens with the buildup of hostility leading up to the war and concludes with the war's impact on modern history. 1,200 photos.

Author : J. Douglas Smith,Richard J. Jensen
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Computers
ISBN : UOM:39015055611407

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World War II on the Web by J. Douglas Smith,Richard J. Jensen Pdf

Fueled by recent films and TV series such as Saving Private Ryan and Band of Brothers and popular books by Stephen Ambrose and Tom Brokaw, interest in World War II has soared. As a result of this surge of attention, the number of websites on World War II has exploded. Many are excellent sources of information, but how can they be found among the massive number of sites? Search engines can't tell the good from the bad, making the process of uncovering quality World War II sites a frustrating and time-consuming process of sifting through hundreds of thousands of hits. But now, web users overwhelmed by this colossal task have a place to turn. World War II on the Web gives history buffs all the tools they need to zero in on the most useful sites. The authors-experts in web research-have examined and evaluated thousands of websites. In this new book, they have included only the most well constructed, informative, attractively designed sites on World War II. This book/CD-ROM is modeled on SR Books' bestselling Civil War on the Web, another indispensable guide to exceptional websites. World War II on the Web includes: Detailed reviews of the top 100+ sites A one- to five-star rating of each site's content, aesthetics, and navigation A list of approximately 150 additional recommended sites including URLs and brief descriptions Free CD-ROM (IBM and MAC compatible) with hotlinks to all sites in the book-the top 100+ sites as well as the 150 additional recommended sites. Users can simply click on the link to be taken to the site they've chosen. The first part of the book highlights the best 100+ sites and is divided into sections on the following topics: general sites on the war; political and military leaders; European/Atlantic/Mediterranean Theater of Operations; Pacific Theatre of Operations; the soldiers' stories; the homefront; women and African Americans; the Holocaust and war crimes; and unit histories. The second part of World War II on the Web offers an extra 150 distinguished sites. This is the only guide of its kind now available! World War II on the Web is the essential alternative to hours of discouraging navigation, the definitive link to the web's finest World War II sites. About the Authors Richard J. Jensen is professor emeritus of history at the University of Illinois. In 1992, he founded H-Net, the groundbreaking and highly successful web-based book review and information source for the academic community. Jensen was a visiting professor at both West Point and Moscow State University during the Cold War and has written extensively on World War II. J. Douglas Smith is currently teaching at Occidental College in California. Dr. Smith specializes in World War II and twentieth century history. His work has appeared in The Washington Post, the Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, and many other publications.