| Description |
560 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm |
| Note |
At head of title: Smithsonian |
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"Content previously published in 2009 in World War II : the definitive visual history"--Title page verso. |
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Includes index. |
| Contents |
Seeds of war, 1914-1938 -- Europe goes to war, 1939 -- Germany triumphant, 1940 -- Widening war, 1941 -- Shifting balance, 1942 -- Allies turn the tide, 1943 -- Overwhelming force, 1944 -- Endgame, 1945 -- Aftermath, 1946-1950. |
| Summary |
"Combining expert historical insight with accounts of combatants and civilians, this important book offers a brilliant summary of the most important military, strategic, and political events across all theatres. The fighting is brought to life with profiles of key military and political figures, together with features on decisive campaigns, turning points, and technological innovations"--Amazon.com. |
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The definitive visual history looks at this epic war from every angle, tracing the course of military, strategic, and political events across the globe, and documenting the experiences of combatants and civilians. |
| Subject |
World War, 1939-1945 -- History.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- History, Military.
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| Added Author |
Smithsonian Institution.
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| Added Title |
Short history of World War 2 |
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Short history of World War two |
| ISBN |
9781465494245 |
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1465494243 |
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