Peter Chasseaud , The Imperial War Museum
Mapping the Second World War: The history of the war through maps from 1939 to 1945
- ISBN 13:
- 9780008136581
- author:
- Peter Chasseaud , The Imperial War Museum
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Collins
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 27.7 x 2.8 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- History, World History, World War II 1939-1945
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
More than 150 maps, accompanied by detailed descriptions of key historical events, bring to life the story of how the Second World War was fought. This comprehensive atlas features strategic maps showing theaters of war, frontiers, and occupied territories, as well as maps covering key battles and offensives on major fronts.
Maps covering planning and operations, propaganda, and educational materials for the armed forces and general public are also included, providing a detailed insight into the war effort. Additionally, maps showing dispositions of Allied and enemy forces, and bomber and V-weapon target maps, offer a unique perspective on the conflict.
With its extensive collection of maps and accompanying descriptions, this atlas provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history of the Second World War.