The German Army 1939 1945

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782004417

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The German Army 1939–45 (1) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

On 1 September 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, the Wehrmacht numbered 3,180,000 men. It eventually expanded to 9,500,000, and on 8-9 May 1945, the date of its unconditional surrender on the Western and Eastern Fronts, it still numbered 7,800,000. The Blitzkrieg period, from 1 September 1939 to 25 June 1940, was 10 months of almost total triumph for the Wehrmacht, as it defeated every country, except Great Britain, that took the field against it. In this first of five volumes examining the German Army of World War Two, Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of Hitler's Blitzkrieg forces, including an overview of the Blitzkrieg campaign itself. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

Author : Tim Ripley
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781135970413

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The Wehrmacht by Tim Ripley Pdf

To see the foreword, the introduction, a generous selection of sample pages, and more, visit the website The Wehrmacht website. In this unique volume, expert Tim Ripley introduces the reader to the world of the German army, covering in detail concepts such as mobile defense and the formidable Blitzkrieg, and explains why the Wehrmacht was able to fight so long, with such fearsome effectiveness. Also includes 180 color and black and white maps and illustrations.

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782002178

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The German Army 1939–45 (5) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

This book covers the high command, the developments in unit organisation, the campaigns and the uniforms and equipment of the German Army in the last two years of the war in North-West Europe and Italy. Despite the huge pressure of fighting on three fronts, ever-worsening shortages of manpower and equipment, and Allied command of the skies, Germany's decimated divisions fought on with impressive skill and determination. This period also saw a fascinating mixture of obsolescent, newly designed, and field-made combat clothing which gave the German soldier a radically different appearance from his predecessor of just five years before. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : 1855326396

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The German Army 1939–45 (1) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

On 1 September 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, the Wehrmacht numbered 3,180,000 men. It eventually expanded to 9,500,000, and on 8-9 May 1945, the date of its unconditional surrender on the Western and Eastern Fronts, it still numbered 7,800,000. The Blitzkrieg period, from 1 September 1939 to 25 June 1940, was 10 months of almost total triumph for the Wehrmacht, as it defeated every country, except Great Britain, that took the field against it. In this first of five volumes examining the German Army of World War II (1939-1945), Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of Hitler's Blitzkrieg forces, including an overview of the Blitzkrieg campaign itself.

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781782004806

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The German Army 1939–45 (2) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

Hitler first considered an invasion of Great Britain in autumn 1940, then scheduled Operation Barbarossa, the conquest of the European part of the Soviet Union, for May 1941. Anxious to emulate Hitler's successes, the Italian dictator Mussolini embarked upon unnecessary military adventures in North Africa and the Balkans, which forced Hitler's intervention, diverting and depleting precious German resources, and a six-week postponement of Barbarossa. In this second of four volumes [Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326 & 330] on the German Army of the Second World War, Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of the forces involved in North Africa and the Balkans. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

Author : Gordon Williamson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2012-05-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781780968445

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German Mountain & Ski Troops 1939–45 by Gordon Williamson Pdf

Fighting in every theatre from the burning sands of North Africa to the icy wastes above the arctic circle the German Army's Gebirgstruppen troops were some of the most effective in the whole of the Wehrmacht. Their esprit de corps and morale were extremely high and their commanders, men such as Eduard Dietl, the 'Hero of Narvik', and Julius 'Papa' Ringel, were idolised by their men. Dietl himself was the first soldier of the Wehrmacht to be awarded the coveted Oakleaves to the Knights Cross of the Iron Cross. In this book Gordon Williamson details the uniforms, organisation and combat histories of these elite troops.

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Germany
ISBN : OCLC:809756420

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The German Army, 1939-45 (4) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999-07-01
Category : History
ISBN : 1855327961

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The German Army 1939–45 (4) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

In early 1943, the annihilation of the 6th Army at Stalingrad marked the irreversible turning-point of World War II (1939-1945) in the East. Despite occasional local successes gained in the face of great odds – testimony to the Wehrmacht's extraordinary resilience – from now on Germany was on the defensive. Despite Hitler's damaging interference the quality of German field leadership, and of new weapons, remained high; but each new Soviet offensive pushed the front line closer to – and finally, across – the borders of the Reich. In this fourth title of their sequence author and artist describe and illustrate the developments in unit organization, uniforms and equipment during 1943–45, including information on European and Eastern volunteer units; text and illustrations are supported by detailed tables.

Author : Nigel Thomas
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1999-03-26
Category : History
ISBN : 1855327953

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The German Army 1939–45 (3) by Nigel Thomas Pdf

Operation Barbarossa, the attack on the Soviet Union, commenced on 22 June 1941. It became the biggest conflict in military history, with some three million German troops and about 900,000 allies facing almost 4.7 million Soviet troops. The effects would colour postwar European history for the next 50 years. This title examines the history of the conflict, and the organisation, uniforms and insignia of the German Army on the Eastern Front during World War II, from 1941-43. The book contains numerous illustrations and photographs throughout, incuding eight fine full-page colour plates by Stephen Andrew.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : World War, 1939-1945
ISBN : PSU:000010717158

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German Army Order of Battle, 1939-1945 by Anonim Pdf

Author : Tim Ripley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1965-05-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 076031473X

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Wehrmacht by Tim Ripley Pdf

Author : Gordon L. Rottman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781472805287

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German Combat Equipments 1939–45 by Gordon L. Rottman Pdf

The field equipment of the German Army in World War II was closely related to that used throughout World War I and earlier, yet it was of relatively light weight, ruggedly constructed, well designed, functional, and generally of a high quality, though this deteriorated in the later war years. A high degree of design standardisation was maintained in most categories of equipment, though materials and their colours often varied widely. There were also many different specialisations for the various arms of service as well as theatres of combat, such as the Afrikakorps in the Western Desert. This title investigates all manner of German combat equipments throughout World War II, from belt buckles to magazine pouches.

Author : David Westwood
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 419 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 1843425289

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The German Army 1939 - 1945 by David Westwood Pdf

This study of the German Army is the result of many years research into the higher formations of the German Army in the Second World War. It begins by looking at the High Command itself, and includes a critique of Hitler s methods of dealing with his senior military commanders. It then examines the Army High Command and the Reserve Army. It goes on to look at the Army Groups, Armies and Corps of the German Army, and gives, in all cases, details of commanders, superior commands and subordinate formations, together with their locations throughout the war. Every command is shown in enough detail to be able to create an Order of Battle right through the war. The book also contains details of the German reserve army, and the Corps which were tasked with providing the front line replacements. There are also details of Artillery Commands, Fortress Commands, Rear Area Commands and a special section on the Waffen SS. In all the book provides a base which all serious students of the Second World War, and the German Army, can develop as they wish. No other single publication contains the wealth of information available in this publication.

Author : Gordon L. Rottman
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9781849080224

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German Field Fortifications 1939–45 by Gordon L. Rottman Pdf

The German Army of World War II considered itself an offensive, mobile force. The experiences in the trenches in World War I had done much to shape its concept of field fortification, and its mobile warfare ethos was intended to prevent the previous war's stalemate. This book addresses frontline defensive field fortifications, built by infantrymen using local materials, and includes rifle platoon positions, trenches, crew-served weapon positions, bunkers, dugouts, shelters and more. It also covers anti-tank and anti-personnel obstacles, as well as field camouflage methods and construction methods. The integration of these positions into permanent systems and theatre-specific defences are also discussed.

Author : History Bookshop, The
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0854201920

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German Army 1939-1945 by History Bookshop, The Pdf

For Infantry Divisions 111 - 199, this is a narrative of the Division's campaigns, list of Commanding Generals and Operations.