Diamond, Jon
Montgomery's Rhine River Crossing: Operation PLUNDER
- ISBN 13:
- 9781526731739
- author:
- Diamond, Jon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pen and Sword
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 7.50(w) x 9.50(h) x (d)
- Genre:
- Government Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Rhine River Crossing Operation Plunder: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives This book tells the story of one of the most significant military operations in World War II, the Rhine River Crossing. In March 1945, Allied forces launched a massive assault on the Rhineland, with the aim of breaking through the German defenses and advancing into Germany. The operation involved a complex combination of airborne assaults, naval amphibious landings, artillery bombardments, and diversionary attacks. The book features rare photographs from wartime archives, providing a unique insight into this pivotal moment in history. With its detailed analysis and stunning visual content, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in World War II history. The Rhine River Crossing marked a significant turning point in the war, as Allied forces finally broke through the German defenses and advanced into Germany. This book provides a detailed account of the operation, shedding new light on one of the most important military campaigns of the Second World War.