The Second World War in 100 Objects

Julian Thompson; Allan R Millett

ISBN 10: 0233005242 / ISBN 13: 9780233005249

Published by Andre Deutsch, 2017

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Second World War in 100 Objects
• Publisher: Andre Deutsch
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0233005242
• ISBN 13: 9780233005249
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New - Very Good

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Synopsis

The Second World War was a seminal event in world history. The story of its battles and key events is a familiar one, but The Second World War in 100 Objects offers a unique perspective on this global phenomenon by tracing its history through its objects, such as iconic items like the British Spitfire, the George Cross, and Adolf Hitler's personal revolver, to personal objects which tell the poignant stories of individuals and official documents, maps and orders. Fully illustrated, each entry is accompanied by approximately 500 words of text putting the item in context and highlighting its significance.

About the Authors

Major General Julian Thompson CB OBE served in the Royal Marines for 34 years and commanded the Royal Marine Commandos and the two battalions of the Parachute Regiment during the Falklands War. Since retiring he has been a visiting professor at King's College, London. He has written a number of books, including The 1916 Experience and The Victory in Europe Experience.

Dr Allan R Millett is a retired colonel in Marine Reserve Corps and an expert in US military policy and conflicts of the twentieth century. He has written numerous books, including Commandants of the Marine Corps (U.S. Naval Institute Press, 2004) and A War to Be Won: Fighting the Second World War, with Williamson Murray (Harvard University Press, 2000).

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