Waffen-SS in Normandy, 1944: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives by Baxter, I

Description: Waffen-SS in Normandy, 1944 by Baxter, Ian Superb well-captioned images show SS troops and their equipment in action. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In June 1944, Operation OVERLORD, the greatest ever amphibious invasion, initially overwhelmed German Normandy defences. To attempt to stabilise the situation, Hitler deployed his elite Waffen-SS divisions to avert the crisis. This classic Images of War book describes how the formidable Leibstandarte, Das Reich, Hitlerjugend, Hohenstaufen, and the Frundsberg SS divisions with supporting Wehrmacht divisions fought fanatically despite facing overwhelming enemy airpower and determined well-led Allied armies. Mounting losses and supply and fuel problems culminated in the Falaise Pocket defeat, when twenty-five out of the thirty-eight German division were completely destroyed. As a result, the remaining Waffen-SS units had to be reluctantly withdrawn and transferred back to Holland and, Belgium to recoup, or sent to the Eastern Front to attempt to stem the relentless Soviet advance. With many rare and unpublished photographs with detailed captions, Waffen-SS in Normandy is a graphic account of the Waffen-SS operations in Normandy and their subsequent retreat through France. AUTHOR: Ian Baxter is a much-published author and photographic collector whose books draw an increasing following. Among his many previous titles in the Images of War Series are German Army on the Eastern Front -The Advance, German Army on the Eastern Front -The Retreat, The Crushing of Army Group (North) and the SS Waffen Division series including SS Leibstandarte Division, SS Totenkopf Division At War, Waffen SS of the Baltic States, Waffen SS in the Ardennes and Waffen SS at Arnhem. He lives near Chelmsford, Essex. 250 b/w illustrations Author Biography Ian Baxter is a much-published author and photographic collector whose books draw an increasing following. Among his many previous titles in the Images of War Series are German Army on the Eastern Front -The Advance, German Army on the Eastern Front -The Retreat, The Crushing of Army Group (North) and the SS Waffen Division series including SS Leibstandarte Division, SS Totenkopf Division At War, Waffen SS of the Baltic States, Waffen SS in the Ardennes and Waffen SS at Arnhem. He lives near Chelmsford, Essex Review "This book will make a very good historical reference for AMPS builders that want to know more about how the SS Divisions faired in Normandy, backed with some photographic evidence."-- "AMPS""From pristine portraits to ragged combat veterans to vehicle destruction, dioramists and uniform fans will find much to appreciate."-- "Historical Miniatures Gaming Society" Review Quote "This book will make a very good historical reference for AMPS builders that want to know more about how the SS Divisions faired in Normandy, backed with some photographic evidence." Feature Waffen-SS Divisions played a key role in opposing the Allied Normandy invasion. Details ISBN1399091417 Short Title Waffen-SS in Normandy 1944 Series Images of War Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1399091417 ISBN-13 9781399091411 Format Paperback Imprint Pen & Sword Military Subtitle Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives Pages 128 Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd Place of Publication South Yorkshire Country of Publication United Kingdom Publication Date 2022-02-02 AU Release Date 2022-02-02 NZ Release Date 2022-02-02 UK Release Date 2022-02-02 Illustrations 250 black and white illustrations Author Baxter, Ian DEWEY 940.541343 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137388280;

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