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Second World War in 100 Objects Julian Thompson

Second World War in 100 Objects By Julian Thompson

Second World War in 100 Objects by Julian Thompson

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Offering a perspective on this global phenomenon, this book traces 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.

Second World War in 100 Objects Summary

Second World War in 100 Objects by Julian Thompson

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 will be accompanied by

approximately 500 words of text which will put the item in context

and highlight its significance.

About Julian Thompson

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 Forgotten Voices: Desert Victory and Dunkirk: Retreat to Victory. For Carlton, Julian has authored The 1916 Experience and The Victory in Europe Experience. Dr Allan Millett is a retired colonel in Marine Reserve Corps and an expert in US military policy and conflicts of the twentieth century. Currently Director for the Eisenhower Center for American Studies at the University of New Orleans and Senior Military Advisor for the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, 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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GOR008132022
9780233004709
023300470X
Second World War in 100 Objects by Julian Thompson
Julian Thompson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Welbeck Publishing Group
20150813
256
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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