The Men Who Served the Desert Fox, North Africa, 1941-42
In North Africa in 1941-42, German Field Marshal Erwin Rommel and his Afrika Korps won immortality while battling and usually defeating numerically superior enemies at places like Tobruk. Until now, historians have overlooked the talented--and colorful--cast of characters who supported the Desert Fox during this pivotal campaign.
The Campaign for the Eastern Mediterranean in World War II
Both Winston Churchill and Adolf Hitler wanted the Aegean Sea in 1943. The British prime minister saw an opportunity to force neutral Turkey into the Allied camp and pin down German forces while the Nazi leader hoped to keep Turkey neutral and maintain Germany's foothold in the Mediterranean and Greece.
A Classic, the Story of Joshua Chamberlain and His Volunteer Regiment
The fascinating story of Joshua Chamberlain and his volunteer regiment, the Twentieth Maine, is reprinted with a new foreword by Civil War historian and UCLA professor Joan Waugh.
After storming the beaches on D-Day, June 6, 1944, the Allied invasion of France bogged down in seven weeks of grueling attrition in Normandy. On July 25, U.S. divisions under Gen. Omar Bradley launched Operation Cobra, an attempt to break out of the hedgerows and begin a war of movement against the Germans.
This fully updated and expanded edition is an ideal how-to book for soldiers wanting to attain rank in the service. Includes advice and proven techniques for improving duty performance and increasing promotion points, together with samples of forms and formats for applying for promotion and for appearing before promotion boards.
Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Sunshine State
Florida's sunny climate and tourist attractions draw plenty of visitors - some of whom never leave. This compilation of supernatural tales shows Florida to be a state rife with eerie occurrences and ghostly denizens.
Ghosts and Strange Phenomena of the Lone Star State
A rich history, larger-than-life personalities, and independent spirit make Texas a treasure trove of ghostly lore. This collection includes eerie tales of the spirits that haunt the Alamo, Old Rip the horned toad, UFO sightings in north Texas, the never-ending ride of El Muerto, and the ghost on board the USS Lexington.
A guidebook to 23 breweries and brewpubs across New Jersey. It includes entries, which contain information on types of beers brewed at the site, tours, nearby points of interest. It also includes a history of brewing in the state, a primer on the brewing process, and a section on favourite regional foods.
The Combat History of U.S. Army Tank Battalions in the Pacific in World War II
Although the history of armor in World War II has captured the attention of countless authors, no one has yet chronicled the extensive use of tanks in the Pacific, until now.
