Moorhouse, Roger
First to Fight: The Polish War 1939
- ISBN 13:
- 9781784706241
- author:
- Moorhouse, Roger
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 20 x 13 x 2.5 centimetres (0.28
- Genre:
- History, Europe, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The German invasion of Poland in 1939 marked the beginning of World War II. This pivotal event is often overlooked in historical accounts, but Roger Moorhouse's new history sheds light on its significance. Drawing on personal letters, memoirs, and diaries from all sides, this book tells a story of courage and suffering, as well as diplomatic betrayal. The Polish army fought bravely, but the concentrated attack by German tanks, trucks, and infantry, combined with the Luftwaffe's bombing campaign, proved too much to withstand. With a focus on the human side of the conflict, Moorhouse's account provides a fresh perspective on this often-forgotten chapter in history.
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