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1st Airborne
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Author : Simon Forty
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2017-08-19
1st Airborne written by Simon Forty and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-08-19 with History categories.
“An interesting introductory read . . . [on] this infamous ‘bridge too far’ division” in the series that brings World War II battles to life (Classic Military Vehicle). After being held in reserve during the battle of Normandy and spending three months waiting for action, 1st Airborne played a leading role in Operation Market—the air component of Operation Market Garden, an audacious attempt by the Allies to bypass the Siegfried Line and advance into the Ruhr in September 1944. It was to be 1st Airborne’s last action of the war. Encountering more resistance than expected, including II SS Panzer Corps, the division landed too far from Arnhem bridge, and fought bravely but in vain. Held up en route, particularly at Nijmegen, XXX Corps’ advance to Arnhem stuttered and ran late. After nine days of fighting, 1st Airborne had lost 8,000 men around Arnhem when the survivors retreated across the Lower Rhine to safety. During those nine days, however, they had created a legend: first as the small unit under Lt-Col John Frost held the “bridge too far” and then as the Oosterbeek perimeter came under sustained attack waiting for XXX Corps to arrive. The Past & Present Series reconstructs historical battles by using photography, juxtaposing modern views with those of the past together with concise explanatory text. It shows how much infrastructure has remained and how much such as outfits, uniforms, and ephemera has changed, providing a coherent link between now and then.
Arnhem
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Author : R. E. Urquhart
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2011-02-17
Arnhem written by R. E. Urquhart and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-02-17 with History categories.
An on-the-ground account of the 1st Airborne Division during Operation Market Garden from the British commander who led the “Bridge Too Far” battle. Major-General Urquhart commanded the 1st British Airborne Division in Operation Market Garden, the greatest airborne assault of World War II, the struggle to capture Arnhem and win control of the bridge across the lower Rhine. The story of the 1st Airborne Division at Arnhem involved not only an Airborne Corps of three Divisions but also the bulk of the British 2nd Army in Europe. Gen. Urquhart has told the story of those fateful nine days clearly, frankly and, despite the terrible circumstances, not without humor. It ranks as an important work, describing an operation which opened with such high hopes and left its name forever as a feat of the highest endurance and valor.
Operation Market Garden 1944 2
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Author : Ken Ford
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2016-11-17
Operation Market Garden 1944 2 written by Ken Ford and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-17 with History categories.
With Germany being pushed back across Europe the Allied forces looked to press their advantage with Operation Market-Garden, a massive airborne assault that, if successful, could have shortened the war in the west considerably. The ground advance consisted of an armoured thrust by the British XXX Corps, while the US 82nd and 101st US Airborne Divisions secured the bridges at Eindhoven and Nijmegen and the British 1st Airborne Division and Polish 1st Airborne Brigade were tasked with seizing the final bridge at Arnhem to secure the route. What they did not realise was that the 9. SS and 10. SS-Panzer Divisions were nearby, ready to reinforce the local garrison and fend off the Allied assault. Focusing on the role played by these British and Polish troops, Ken Ford examines Operation Market-Garden in its entirety, from the early planning through to the early setbacks and eventual catastrophic conclusion.
With Recce At Arnhem
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Author : Mike Gallagher
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2015-09-30
With Recce At Arnhem written by Mike Gallagher and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-09-30 with History categories.
Determined to 'do his bit' Des Evans absconded from a reserved occupation and joined the newly formed Reconnaissance Corps. He saw action in North Africa and Italy before being evacuated back to England with pneumonia in early 1944. Fully recovered he volunteered as a wireless operator with 1st Airborne Reconnaissance Squadron and after parachute training joined C Troop before the ill-fated but glorious attempt to seize the Rhine Bridge at Arnhem. Des vividly describes the intense action that followed the drop. Ambushed twice and badly wounded he was made a POW and eventually succeeded in escaping. Fresh first-hand accounts of the bitter fighting at Arnhem are rare indeed and this one is brutally honest, at times shockingly so. Des Evans was born in Liverpool in 1923. Despite being in a Reserve Occupation he finally succeeded in joining the Army. This book covers his wartime service in North Africa, Italy and at Arnhem. Post war he served in Italy, Palestine, Germany and the Suez Canal Zone. Cuckolded by his first wife he was convicted of the manslaughter of her lover. On release from prison he met Betty and they enjoyed nearly 40 years together until dementia necessitated residential care. Betty died in March 2010 and Des followed her three months later.
Out Of The Sky
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Author : Michael Hickey
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan Reference USA
Release Date : 1979
Out Of The Sky written by Michael Hickey and has been published by Macmillan Reference USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with History categories.
Assault From The Sky
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Author : John Weeks
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2013-04-20
Assault From The Sky written by John Weeks and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-04-20 with History categories.
A key look at the history of airborne forces from the Second World War to the 1980s, studying their training and equipment as well as their actions in battle. The introduction of Airborne forces revolutionised military tactics and thinking throughout the twentieth century. In this exciting edition, ex-paratrooper John Weeks presents a history of the Airborne forces across the globe, studying the generals, the planners and parachutists, as well as the aircraft, gliders, weapons and helicopters, alongside a look at their background and their most famous actions, such as Crete, Arnhem, D-Day and the crossing the Rhine. Within each chapter, Weeks presents detailed analyses of the main airborne forces. Airborne raids caught popular imagination from early in the Second World War, when the Germans carried out daring and alarming raids. The assault is fast and dynamic, and most of all, unpredictable, which in the early 1940s led all participants of the war to develop airborne forces of their own.
For King And Country
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Author : Harlan Glenn
language : en
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Release Date : 1999-01-01
For King And Country written by Harlan Glenn and has been published by Schiffer Pub Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-01-01 with History categories.
The first in a series of in-depth studies which will cover the uniforms, equipment, insignia, weapons, vehicles, and personal items of the British and Commonwealth soldier of World War II. This initial volume covers the British Airborne soldier of the 1st and 6th Airborne Divisions, and the 1st Polish Independent Parachute Brigade. An essential reference for any military enthusiast, collector, reenactor, and modeler.
Pegasus Patrol
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Author : Jack Turnbull
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009
Pegasus Patrol written by Jack Turnbull and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Great Britain categories.
Arnhem The Fight To Sustain
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Author : Frank Steer
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 2000-10-21
Arnhem The Fight To Sustain written by Frank Steer and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-10-21 with History categories.
On the ground the airborne logisticians at the battle of Arnhem fought to the bitter end, indistinguishable from their paratroop comrades. In the air, their deeds and sacrifice were shining examples of duty done under the most desperate circumstances. Witness the account of Flight Lieutenant H J King, navigator of Dakota KG 374 of 271 squadron RAF, Down Ampney:These men were not volunteers like aircrew. They received no flyingpay, yet were, without doubt, superb in their fulfilment of duty even though KG 374 was burning for the whole period over the dropping zone. Arnhem - The Fight To Sustain tells the stirring story of the men and the methods employed in sustaining 1st Airborne Division. It is the first account of forming corps of today's Royal Logistic Corps in action together.Following extensive research the story draws heavily on contemporary documents and eyewitness accounts and is lavishly illustrated.
1st Airborne Battle Group 505th Infantry
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1958
1st Airborne Battle Group 505th Infantry written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1958 with categories.