Romain V. Cansiere, Oscar E. Gilbert

Amphibious Warfare

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ISBN 13:
9781612006154
author:
Romain V. Cansiere, Oscar E. Gilbert
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Casemate Publishers
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
160
Dimensions:
125 mm X 198 mm
Genre:
19.56 x 12.45 x 1.52 centimetres, History, Military History, Naval,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 20 working days
£12.52

Description

Amphibious Warfare: A History of Landing on Hostile Shores. The concept of landing on hostile shores has been a challenging and complex aspect of warfare throughout history, with evidence of its use dating back to the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC. The modern era of amphibious warfare began during World War I, when the Royal Marines combined their efforts with the Royal Navy. Despite early setbacks, such as the disastrous Gallipoli operation in 1915, the development of new landing craft continued throughout the inter-war years. The Second World War saw significant advancements in amphibious warfare, with notable successes including the Japanese invasion of the Philippines in 1941 and the D-day landings by Allied troops in 1944. This book provides a concise history of amphibious warfare, exploring the stories behind specific landings and the units that have played a crucial role in this type of warfare. Today, specialized amphibious warfare ships continue to play a vital role in defense, enabling elite forces to respond quickly to threats across the globe.

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