Explore the history of the people, politics, and events of World
War II - one of the most destructive events in world history. If
you're keen on military history and World War II, this book is for
you. This complete visual guide covers the events leading up to the
war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath and
its effects on our world today. Inside the pages of this
chronological retelling, World War II is captured in hundreds of
compelling images and eyewitness accounts of people involved in the
epic conflict. Discover: - Comprehensive and objective coverage of
every major military conflict and its impact on the rest of the
war, with vivid descriptions and first-person accounts - Biography
spreads highlight major military and political figures such as
Adolf Hitler, Winston Churchill, Benito Mussolini, and Joseph
Stalin - Find out about key battles, political, and economic
forces, and technological advances that influenced the course of
the war - Packed with striking graphics - including rarely seen
colour photographs - Cross-referencing appears throughout, with
timelines and global maps establishing an overview of each year of
the conflict - Features on everyday life in the war and the
discovery of Holocaust concentration camps add to the wider picture
- Gallery spreads displaying weapons, spy gear, and other equipment
that defined the war Renowned military historian Richard Holmes
authors this compelling military book which explores the key
events, people, and equipment that defined the most destructive
event in world history. Meet the key players of the war through
thought-provoking profiles and eyewitness accounts - from national
leaders making decisions to combatants on the front-line, and the
civilians left behind. Also explore definitive battles that altered
the course of the war such as Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the
D-Day landings. The complexities of World War II are displayed
throughout this history book using photographs and rare colour
images, international maps, easy-to-understand text, and detailed
timelines to show events in unprecedented depth and detail. 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.
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