World War II The Definitive Visual Guide

World War II The Definitive Visual Guide
Richard Holmes, Dorling Kindersley
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Hardback
h290 x 240mm - 372pg
6 May 2021 UK
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9780241525685
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This defining period in world history is explored and explained as never beforeWorld War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images, presenting the people, places, and politics involved in the epic conflict. Inside this complete visual guide is chronological coverage of the lead up to war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath that still influences and impacts our world today. You' ll meet the key players in thought-provoking profiles and discover their experiences firsthand, from national leaders sounding the orders to combatants on the frontline and civilians left behind. Standout moments, including Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings, are revealed in rarely seen colour photographs and unforgettable eyewitness accounts. Explosive photography, international maps, accessible text, and supporting timelines combine to show the most destructive event ever known in unprecedented depth and detail. Although the complexities of World War II can be hard to fathom, this standout reference is organised in a logical order and the supporting captions are concise and clear throughout to aid understanding. World War II- The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.
A renowned military historian, Richard Holmes was Professor of Military and Security Studies at Cranfield University in Bedfordshire and the Defence College of Management and Technology in Wiltshire. He wrote several best-selling books on the daily experience of soldiers, and presented programmes for the BBC on subjects including World War II battles and the American Revolution. He died in 2011.
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ISBN-13: 9780241525685
Published: 6 May 2021
Published In: United Kingdom
Imprint: Dorling Kindersley Publishers
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Format: Hardback
Height: 290mm
Width: 240mm
Spine: 30mm
Weight: 2333g
Pages: 372

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