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Panzer Divisions 1944–45
by Pier Paolo BattistelliThis volume provides a detailed examination on the late-war changes to the German Army Panzer forces and the formation of new units, from the collapse on the Eastern Front, through operations on the Western Front in Normandy and the Ardennes, to the final battle for Berlin in 1945. The major organizational changes that took place in this intensive period are examined, together with the adaptation of German armoured doctrine, tactics, and the command. Details of unit histories and operations, illustrated in colour maps, are also provided in this packed treatment.
World War Two
by Jane BinghamThis photographic book gives you an overview of World War Two. From how the war began to how it spread worldwide, the new technology that was used in war for the first time, how women's roles changed in society because of the war, what life was like on the home front, and how the war was recorded in pictures, diaries, poems and stories. You can learn about key figures, such as Winston Churchill, and events, such as The Holocaust. You can also read a diary entry from the Blitz and learn how to create your own secret code.
The US Navy in World War II
by Ramiro Bujeiro and Mark HenryIn 1941 the US Navy had 17 battleships of which eight would be knocked out on the first day of the war four aircraft carriers, and about 340,000 men including reservists. Pearl Harbor so weakened it that it was unable to prevent the Japanese capture of the Philippines and a vast sweep of Pacific islands. By 1945 it was the strongest navy the world had ever seen, with nearly 100 carriers, 41,000 aircraft and 3.3 million men; the unrivalled master of air-sea and amphibious operations, it was poised to invade Japan's home islands after reducing her fleet to scrap and her Pacific empire to impotence and starvation. This extraordinary story is illustrated here with dramatic photos, and nine meticulous colour plates showing a wide range of USN uniforms.
Teaching Representations Of The First World War (PDF)
by Debra Rae Cohen and Douglas HigbeeThe First World War saw staggering loss of life and was a catalyst for many political and social changes. It was also shaped by the media and art forms that expressed it: film, photography, poetry, memoir, posters, advertisements, and music. This volume's scope shows that today's instructors contend with many different issues in teaching the First World War in a variety of classroom settings. Among these issues are the war's relation to modernism; global reach in the Middle East and South Asia; influence on psychiatry, pacifism, and consumer culture; and effect on public health and the 1918 influenza pandemic.
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. A story of the old soldiers who made up the Home Guard, and the young people who helped them. The Home Guard of a small town need supplies but the local factory owner won't help. So they decide to use unconventional methods...
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. In this retelling of an extraordinary true story, a pair of children realise that the odd strangers they see in their tiny Scottish village are German spies. Can the children alert the authorities or will the ruthless spies find them first?
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. With food scarce and rationing taking hold, plenty of people turned to the black market to get more than their share. In this tale, a girl finds herself mixed up in a spiv's illegal dealings - and what is the secret of the haunted farm?
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. A story of the old soldiers who made up the Home Guard, and the young people who helped them. The Home Guard of a small town need supplies but the local factory owner won't help. So they decide to use unconventional methods...
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. A young tearaway unwillingly evacuated to the countryside is unjustly accused of theft. He decides to make his way back home, never mind the Blitz - but he'll need to steal a bike to do it...
World War II Tales
by Terry Deary and James De RueStories of the Second World War on the Home Front from the bestselling Terry Deary, author of the hugely successful Horrible Histories. With food scarce and rationing taking hold, plenty of people turned to the black market to get more than their share. In this tale, a girl finds herself mixed up in a spiv's illegal dealings - and what is the secret of the haunted farm?
World War II
by Robert FowkeDid you know that Adolf Hilter wasn't, in fact, German?The Second World War brought horror and heartache to millions of people all over the globe, and it turned everyday living upside down too. Any history book will give you the boring facts THEY think you should know, but only this one will tell you what life during World War II was REALLY like ...
Utterly Unbelievable
by Adam FrostPrepare to discover the most utterly unbelievable REAL facts about WWII . . . Did you know that onions were given as birthday presents in WWII? Or that exploding camel dung was used as a weapon? Could a leaky toilet force a submarine crew to abandon ship?This is history like you've never known it before! Ask yourself . . .Would you eat squirrel tail soup, cow's udders, or a carrot on a stick? Could you share 12.7cm of bathwater with your WHOLE family - for your weekly wash? If you were a spy, which gadgets and inventions would you choose?From flying tanks to Operation Toenail, read about the daring, tragic and heroic events that shaped one of the most influential conflicts in modern times. With a bold design and colourful illustrations, picture the most amazing, and unbelievable, facts from this world-changing time.Puffin and IWM (Imperial War Museums) are proud to be working together to educate and inspire young readers with tales from the past. Puffin know that stories can take you anywhere. As one of the most beloved children's publishers, we aim to fire every young imagination. Uncovering people's experiences during wartime, from the First World War to the present day, IWM is a family of five museums (IWM London, Churchill War Rooms, HMS Belfast, IWM North, and IWM Duxford).
World War One
by Clive GiffordThe book contains nine short stories dealing with different aspects of life during World War I.World War I includes the stories of flying aces such as the 'Red Baron', the story of Lawrence of Arabia and the stories of brave doctors and nurses such as Edith Cavell in German occupied Belgium.Complete with glossary, further reading section and index.
World War II in Britain
by Liz Gogerly'The past is all around us, if we know where to look.' This series takes a look at archaeological, structural and museum evidence from around Britain, allowing readers to build up a picture of what life was like in key historical periods and how you can discover it for yourself by visiting sites around the country.
Danny Baker Record Breaker
by Steve HartleyLike many young boys, Danny dreams of making it into the record books. Eternally optimistic, he writes to Mr Bibby, Keeper of the Records, with hilarious accounts of his yucky endeavours. In this book, Danny is going on holiday! He will attempt to break the following records. Drumroll, please. . . Sickbags filled in a single flight! (DB attempt: 13) Wriggliest bath! (DB attempt: 9,183 worms) Freckliest face! (DB attempt: 1,246 freckles - before sabotage by Mum and the Factor 5,000,000 suncream)
Duty Calls
by James HollandPilot officer Archie Jackson, 19, is in control of the RAF's newest fighter aircraft, a Supermarine Spitfire.Now he has the Luftwaffe in his sights and only one thing matters: defending Britain. Suddenly planes are falling from the sky, exploding and spiralling into the English Channel.France has fallen and the swastika flies over Occupied Europe. Only these young pilots - barely out of boyhood - stand between Britain and a Nazi invasion . . . Duty Calls: Battle of Britain, throws you deep into the heart - and horror - of Britain's darkest, and finest, hour.** Historian James Holland is the bestselling author of the Jack Tanner adult war fiction books. Duty Calls is his first series for younger readers, and showcases his expertise on the Second World War. ** James Holland presented Battle of Britain: The Real Story on BBC2.
Wellington Square, Level 3, Set A
by Tessa KrailingPart of a series of stories and activities centred on a real neighbourhood, Wellington Square, and the people who live there. From Level 3 onwards, the stories also contain supplementary materials and suggestions dealing with non-fiction texts.
Wellington Square, Level 3, Set A
by Tessa KrailingPart of a series of stories and activities centred on a real neighbourhood, Wellington Square, and the people who live there. From Level 3 onwards, the stories also contain supplementary materials and suggestions dealing with non-fiction texts.
Secret War
by Ann KramerThis book looks at the many ways in which secret operations helped defeat the enemy during the Second World War. Taking Part in the Second World War offers a history of the war told through the words of the people who took part. Author Ann Kramer skilfully weaves the threads together to build up a portrait of not only the events of the war, but also of those who served future generations so well.
German Commanders of World War II
by Gordon Williamson and Malcolm McGregorThis first of two studies examines the careers and illustrates the appearance and uniforms of 19 of the German Army's leading field commanders in World War II. Their service covers the whole arc of that army's wartime experience, from stunning success in 1939–41, through the hugely costly middle years on the Russian Front to the stubborn defensive fighting in both East and West in 1943–45. Also included are five more junior unit commanders chosen because their service typifies the achievements of combat leaders in regimental and battalion commands. The colour portraits are in the uniquely meticulous style of the respected World War II illustrator Malcolm McGregor.
Avro Lancaster Bomber (large print)
by RnibThis page shows two images of an aircraft. At the top of the page seen from the side and in the bottom and middle of the page a plan view seen from above. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. Both views have the front on the left and the tail on the right of the page. The aircraft is shown in a flying position so the front wheels are retracted and not shown. The aircraft in the top of the page has a transparent nose cone on the left which is where the bomb aimer sits. Up and right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Up and right from this again is the main cockpit cover. Down from the cockpit are two propellers. They are attached to engines which hang off the wing. To the right of the propellers is a small rectangle which comprises six exhaust outlets on the outer side of the outside engine. Right from the exhaust is the tip of the wing pointing towards you. The centre of the fuselage has letters identifying which individual aircraft it is. There is also a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the top edge of the fuselage there is a gun turret with the gun pointing up and to the right. Right of this the fuselage continues to one of the vertical tail fins. On the right of this is a vertical flap. This is one of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The tail has a red rectangle and a blue rectangle separated by a white line indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. Down from the tail fin is the single rear wheel. To the right of the tail is the rear gun turret with the gun pointing right and down. In the plan view image in the bottom and middle of the page the fuselage goes from left to right in the centre of the image. The main wings go up and down the page from the fuselage. On the left the fuselage starts with a transparent nose cone which is where the bomb aimer sits. Right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Its guns cross above the bomb aimer. Right from this is the main cockpit cover. There are two small hatches in the centre of the fuselage and right from them is a gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. The fuselage finishes on the right with the rear gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. In the centre of the page the main wings each have two engines and propellers sticking out to the left. To the right of the propellers six exhaust outlets can be found on the top and bottom edge of each engine. Towards the end of each wing is a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the right of each wing tip is a flap. These are two of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. On the right of the page is the tailplane. The right half of each tail wing is a flap. These are two more of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The ends of the tail wing, up and down the page have the ends of the two vertical fins showing. The plane is green although it was also commonly painted with camouflage colours. The underside is dark grey or black. This would mean the aircraft was difficult to detect from the ground when out on night bombing raids.
Avro Lancaster Bomber (UEB contracted)
by RnibThis page shows two images of an aircraft. At the top of the page seen from the side and in the bottom and middle of the page a plan view seen from above. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. Both views have the front on the left and the tail on the right of the page. The aircraft is shown in a flying position so the front wheels are retracted and not shown. The aircraft in the top of the page has a transparent nose cone on the left which is where the bomb aimer sits. Up and right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Up and right from this again is the main cockpit cover. Down from the cockpit are two propellers. They are attached to engines which hang off the wing. To the right of the propellers is a small rectangle which comprises six exhaust outlets on the outer side of the outside engine. Right from the exhaust is the tip of the wing pointing towards you. The centre of the fuselage has letters identifying which individual aircraft it is. There is also a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the top edge of the fuselage there is a gun turret with the gun pointing up and to the right. Right of this the fuselage continues to one of the vertical tail fins. On the right of this is a vertical flap. This is one of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The tail has a red rectangle and a blue rectangle separated by a white line indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. Down from the tail fin is the single rear wheel. To the right of the tail is the rear gun turret with the gun pointing right and down. In the plan view image in the bottom and middle of the page the fuselage goes from left to right in the centre of the image. The main wings go up and down the page from the fuselage. On the left the fuselage starts with a transparent nose cone which is where the bomb aimer sits. Right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Its guns cross above the bomb aimer. Right from this is the main cockpit cover. There are two small hatches in the centre of the fuselage and right from them is a gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. The fuselage finishes on the right with the rear gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. In the centre of the page the main wings each have two engines and propellers sticking out to the left. To the right of the propellers six exhaust outlets can be found on the top and bottom edge of each engine. Towards the end of each wing is a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the right of each wing tip is a flap. These are two of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. On the right of the page is the tailplane. The right half of each tail wing is a flap. These are two more of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The ends of the tail wing, up and down the page have the ends of the two vertical fins showing. The plane is green although it was also commonly painted with camouflage colours. The underside is dark grey or black. This would mean the aircraft was difficult to detect from the ground when out on night bombing raids.
Avro Lancaster Bomber (UEB uncontracted)
by RnibThis page shows two images of an aircraft. At the top of the page seen from the side and in the bottom and middle of the page a plan view seen from above. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. Both views have the front on the left and the tail on the right of the page. The aircraft is shown in a flying position so the front wheels are retracted and not shown. The aircraft in the top of the page has a transparent nose cone on the left which is where the bomb aimer sits. Up and right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Up and right from this again is the main cockpit cover. Down from the cockpit are two propellers. They are attached to engines which hang off the wing. To the right of the propellers is a small rectangle which comprises six exhaust outlets on the outer side of the outside engine. Right from the exhaust is the tip of the wing pointing towards you. The centre of the fuselage has letters identifying which individual aircraft it is. There is also a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the top edge of the fuselage there is a gun turret with the gun pointing up and to the right. Right of this the fuselage continues to one of the vertical tail fins. On the right of this is a vertical flap. This is one of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The tail has a red rectangle and a blue rectangle separated by a white line indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. Down from the tail fin is the single rear wheel. To the right of the tail is the rear gun turret with the gun pointing right and down. In the plan view image in the bottom and middle of the page the fuselage goes from left to right in the centre of the image. The main wings go up and down the page from the fuselage. On the left the fuselage starts with a transparent nose cone which is where the bomb aimer sits. Right from this is the fore gunner's turret. Its guns cross above the bomb aimer. Right from this is the main cockpit cover. There are two small hatches in the centre of the fuselage and right from them is a gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. The fuselage finishes on the right with the rear gun turret with the guns pointing to the right. In the centre of the page the main wings each have two engines and propellers sticking out to the left. To the right of the propellers six exhaust outlets can be found on the top and bottom edge of each engine. Towards the end of each wing is a red and blue roundel indicating the plane belongs to the RAF. On the right of each wing tip is a flap. These are two of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. On the right of the page is the tailplane. The right half of each tail wing is a flap. These are two more of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. The ends of the tail wing, up and down the page have the ends of the two vertical fins showing. The plane is green although it was also commonly painted with camouflage colours. The underside is dark grey or black. This would mean the aircraft was difficult to detect from the ground when out on night bombing raids.
JU 87 Stuka Dive Bomber (large print)
by RnibThis page shows two images of an aircraft. At the top of the page seen from the side and in the bottom and middle of the page a plan view seen from above. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. Both views have the front on the left and the tail on the right of the page. The aircraft is shown in a flying position. The aircraft in the top of the page has the propeller on the left with one blade pointing up and one pointing down. The tip of the nose cone is yellow on the large print image. Up and right there is a notch in the fuselage, this is the air intake for the engine. Down from this is a rectangle which comprises six exhaust outlets. The bottom left of the front of the aircraft nose has a notch. This is the air intake for the radiator. To the right, down from the exhaust, are outlets for hot air to escape. In the top centre of the image is the cockpit cover. It has an aerial sticking up. Poking up and right is a gun the rear gunner would use if the aircraft was attacked. Down from the cockpit is the wingtip and mainly underside of the wing. The wings on this aircraft are angled down a short way as they leave the fuselage. They then kink upwards towards the tip of the wing, allowing the underside to be found. One of the two front wheels is shown down from the wing. The wheel is largely hidden by the streamlined wheel cover. A single large bomb is attached under the cockpit between the wheels. The leg of the wheel hides the central part of the bomb. Right of the wing the fuselage continues to the vertical tail fin on the right. In the centre of this section is a cross identifying the plane as German. In the centre of the fin is the end of one of the tail wings. Right of this is a vertical flap. This is one of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. Down from the fin is the single small tail wheel. In the plan view image in the bottom and middle of the page the fuselage goes from left to right in the centre of the image. The main wings go up and down the page from the fuselage. In the left of the page the propeller has one blade pointing up and one pointing down. The tip of the nose cone is yellow on the large print image. To the right of the propeller six exhaust outlets can be found on the top and bottom edge of the fuselage. Right of this are the wings. On the wings near the fuselage there is a horizontal line which is where the wing kinks. Towards the tips of each wing there is a cross identifying the plane as German. The trailing edge of the wings on the right has flaps which are the automatic airbrakes used to take the aircraft out of a dive so it does not crash. In the centre of the fuselage between the wings is the cockpit. The fuselage continues to the right ending in the tailplane. On the right of each tail wing is a flap. These are two of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying.
JU 87 Stuka Dive Bomber (UEB contracted)
by RnibThis page shows two images of an aircraft. At the top of the page seen from the side and in the bottom and middle of the page a plan view seen from above. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the correct way up. Both views have the front on the left and the tail on the right of the page. The aircraft is shown in a flying position. The aircraft in the top of the page has the propeller on the left with one blade pointing up and one pointing down. The tip of the nose cone is yellow on the large print image. Up and right there is a notch in the fuselage, this is the air intake for the engine. Down from this is a rectangle which comprises six exhaust outlets. The bottom left of the front of the aircraft nose has a notch. This is the air intake for the radiator. To the right, down from the exhaust, are outlets for hot air to escape. In the top centre of the image is the cockpit cover. It has an aerial sticking up. Poking up and right is a gun the rear gunner would use if the aircraft was attacked. Down from the cockpit is the wingtip and mainly underside of the wing. The wings on this aircraft are angled down a short way as they leave the fuselage. They then kink upwards towards the tip of the wing, allowing the underside to be found. One of the two front wheels is shown down from the wing. The wheel is largely hidden by the streamlined wheel cover. A single large bomb is attached under the cockpit between the wheels. The leg of the wheel hides the central part of the bomb. Right of the wing the fuselage continues to the vertical tail fin on the right. In the centre of this section is a cross identifying the plane as German. In the centre of the fin is the end of one of the tail wings. Right of this is a vertical flap. This is one of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying. Down from the fin is the single small tail wheel. In the plan view image in the bottom and middle of the page the fuselage goes from left to right in the centre of the image. The main wings go up and down the page from the fuselage. In the left of the page the propeller has one blade pointing up and one pointing down. The tip of the nose cone is yellow on the large print image. To the right of the propeller six exhaust outlets can be found on the top and bottom edge of the fuselage. Right of this are the wings. On the wings near the fuselage there is a horizontal line which is where the wing kinks. Towards the tips of each wing there is a cross identifying the plane as German. The trailing edge of the wings on the right has flaps which are the automatic airbrakes used to take the aircraft out of a dive so it does not crash. In the centre of the fuselage between the wings is the cockpit. The fuselage continues to the right ending in the tailplane. On the right of each tail wing is a flap. These are two of the ailerons used to manoeuvre the aircraft when it is flying.