Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Laurier, Jim (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Laurier, Jim (illustrator). Paperback.
Paperback. Condition: Good. Laurier, Jim (illustrator).
Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Laurier, Jim (illustrator). Osprey Campaign Series - World War II - Mediterranean, African & Middle East Theater Operation Compass (Osprey History Edition) (VG+)Manufacturer: OspreyProduct Line: Campaign Series - World War II - Mediterranean, African & Middle East TheaterType: SoftcoverCopyright Date: 2000Author: Jon LatimerPage Count: 96Please review the condition and any condition notes for the exact condition of this item. All pictures are stock photos. The condition of the item you will receive is VG+. Our grading system is explained in the terms of sale section of our bookseller page. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. Product Description:Note: This book reprints the text from Campaign 73, by a similar name. The subtitle and series information has been omitted to look more self-contained.The first battle of the desert war, Operation Compass was originally envisaged as a spoiling attack, combined with a reconnaissance in force to disrupt the Italian forces that had advanced into Egypt in September 1940. Lt Gen. Richard O'Connor launched what amounted to a British 'Blitzkrieg'. In less than two months the British forces swept 500 miles along the coast of North Africa. 7th Armored Division raced across the desert to cut off the retreating Italians, and O'Connor's men destroyed 9 Italian divisions, and took 130,000 prisoners. In March 1941 General Rommel and the Afrikakorps landed at Tripoli.
Laurier, Jim (illustrator). A near fine to very good softcover copy with a little light shelf wear to the covers and page ends. Please see photos.