Rebecca Skinner, Graham Turner (Illustrator)
British Paratrooper 1940-45 (Warrior)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472805126
- author:
- Rebecca Skinner, Graham Turner (Illustrator)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 64
- Dimensions:
- 18.4 x 0.5 x 25.1 cm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Armed Forces, Rebec
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The British Paratrooper 1940-45 This book tells the story of the elite British Paratrooper, from their formation in 1940 to the end of World War II. Drawing on previously unpublished materials, it explores the unique training, equipment, and combat performance of these elite troops. The author's expertise as a curator of the Regimental Museum brings a wealth of first-hand information to life. The book examines the Parachute Regiment's role in some of the most significant campaigns of World War II, including D-Day and Operation Market Garden. Illustrations and photographs showcase the equipment and combat performance of the Paratroopers in context. By shedding light on the ordinary Para, this history aims to provide a fresh perspective on one of the most fascinating units of the British Army. With its unique blend of history and insight, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the British military during World War II.
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