Reid, Brian A.
No Holding Back: Operation Totalize, Normandy, August 1944 (Smhs)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780811705844
- author:
- Reid, Brian A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Stackpole Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 152 mm X 229 mm
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Operation Totalize was a pivotal moment in Canadian military history, marking their first major operation in Normandy. On August 8, 1944, the Canadian Army launched a massive armored and mechanized infantry attack aimed at breaking through enemy defenses south of Caen.
The success of Operation Totalize had significant implications for the German Army's position in Normandy, with the Canadians playing a crucial role in trapping enemy forces. This book offers new insights into this pivotal moment in history, shedding light on the Canadian military strategy and its impact on the war effort.
Illustrated with maps, photos, and diagrams, No Holding Back provides a detailed account of Operation Totalize and its significance in the broader context of World War II. With its focus on the Canadian Army's role in Normandy, this book is an important addition to any military history collection.