10001 results for 'War Office'

In 1802, Britain's fragile peace in Europe is overshadowed by war against the Maratha in India. A new officer, Paul van Daan, joins the 110th infantry at its Leicestershire barracks. With his unique...

Serpents of War: An American Officer's Story of World War I Combat and Captivity is a rare and gripping account of life in the trenches during World War I. Major Harry Dravo Parkin, a battalion...

England 1944. For more than two years, Rachel Lock has waited for her husband to return from Italy. His arrival brings devastating news: he is no longer the man she married. Disabled and embittered,...

The Peninsular War with the Coldstream Guards Reminiscences of an Officer in Portugal and Spain by John Cowell StepneyThis memoir provides a firsthand account of life as an officer in one of...

This remarkable book tells the story of the junior officers who played a crucial role in Britain's war effort during World War I. Often thrust into leadership roles, these men faced an average life...

The Report of the War Office Committee of Enquiry Into "Shell-Shock" is a comprehensive account of the military's response to combat stress during World War I. In 1922, an enquiry committee was...

Bridget's War by Shirley Mann is set against the backdrop of World War II. A police officer living in London, Bridget Harrison finds herself posted back to her native Isle of Man, tasked with...

The Campaigns of the Coldstream Guards, 1793-1815: A Personal Account of War and Battle. This unique account of the Coldstream Guards' experiences during the Revolutionary War, Peninsular War, and...

Under the Bearskin: A junior officer's story of war and madness. A gripping account of modern warfare and its devastating effects. This book tells the personal story of a British soldier who fought...

The Junior Officers' Reading Club: A Modern Soldier's Story Patrick Hennessey's memoir is a candid and engaging account of his experiences as a soldier in the Grenadier Guards. From his early days at...

The Recollections of an Officer of the Grenadier Guards Throughout the Great War on the Western Front by E. R. M. Fryer. This memoir offers a unique perspective on life as an officer in the Grenadier...

The Army Nurse Corps in the Vietnam War by Kara Dixon Vuic is a compelling look at the experiences of army nurses during this pivotal period. Drawing on over 100 interviews, historian Kara Dixon Vuic...

For those new to the UK, this comprehensive guide provides essential information on life in the country, covering topics such as law and political science.This pack includes three key resources: a...

Tadeusz Kosciuszko and Casimir Pulaski: The Lives of the Revolutionary War's Most Famous Polish Officers is a detailed biography that explores the lives of two key figures in the American Revolution...

The professional lives of British flag officers during the French Wars (1793-1815) have not been explored systematically. This book examines the demands of naval command, the understanding and...

The Bank War and the Partisan Press: Newspapers, Financial Institutions, and the Post Office in Jacksonian America by Stephen W. Campbell. President Andrew Jackson's conflict with the Second Bank of...

Bugler 'Bill' Green and his Officer Harry Smith share their stories of fighting against Napoleon's army in Spain. The 95th Rifles, Wellington's famous green sharpshooter regiment, was unusual in that...

The Journal of the C I V in South Africa: The Boer War Record of the London Volunteers by Their Commanding Officer This book is a unique account of the City Imperial Volunteers' experiences during...

Observation Posts: The Letters of an Artillery Officer on the Western Front During the Great War - Carry On and Living Bayonets. This unique collection brings together two books by Coningsby William...

The Medical Officers' Account of Life, Death and War Crimes on the Burma Railway provides a unique perspective on one of the most infamous episodes in World War II history. In 1944, medical officers...

The Officers and Men of the British Army and Navy Mentioned in Despatches is a detailed reference work compiled from official sources. It records the honours and awards, mentions in despatches, and...

Cavalry Training 1912 Reprinted With Amendments 1915 by War Office A rare and fascinating glimpse into the final days of the cavalry as a viable arm of war, this 1915 manual provides a unique insight...

Galloping Guns: The Experiences of an Officer of the Bengal Horse Artillery During the Second Maratha War 1804-1805James Young's account of his time in the Bengal Horse Artillery during the Second...

Bessie's War is a heartwarming and nostalgic saga from Pam Evans, set against the backdrop of wartime London. This moving novel explores the challenges and triumphs of life during a time of great...

The Bailey Bridge: A Portable, Pre-Fabricated Truss Bridge Developed by the British during World War II, the Bailey Bridge is a type of portable, pre-fabricated, truss bridge that has seen extensive...

The Whitehall Mandarin: A Gripping Cold War Espionage Thriller by Edward Wilson A gripping spy thriller that spans decades and continents, taking you from 1960s London to Vietnam. Former special...

This comprehensive biographical dictionary covers Civil War Union colonels who commanded regiments of the U.S. Colored Troops, the U.S. Regular Army, the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Sharpshooters...

The Midnight Swimmer is a gripping Cold War espionage thriller by a former special forces officer, Edward Wilson. In the midst of the Cuban Missile Crisis, a secret envoy is dispatched to defuse the...

The United States Army and the German Armed Forces developed distinct approaches to educating their officers in the years leading up to World War II. Jörg Muth examines these different paths,...

A German Officer in Occupied Paris: The War Journals, 1941-1945 by Ernst Jünger is a unique and thought-provoking collection of wartime journals. As a Wehrmacht captain during World War II, Jünger...

A unique and humorous account of one young naval officer's experience as a carrier Landing Signal Officer during World War II. Paddles! offers an authentic look at aircraft recovery operations aboard...

The March to Corunna: Letters from the Theatre of War This collection of letters offers a unique and intimate account of the British Army's campaign and retreat during the Peninsular War. Written on...

A gripping Falklands War espionage thriller by a former special forces officer. South Atlantic Requiem is a tense and intelligent spy novel that delves into the complexities of international politics...

Georg Grossjohann's account of his experiences in World War II is a raw and honest portrayal of life as a soldier in the Wehrmacht.Fighting on four different fronts, from Poland to the Soviet Union...

The transformation of the US military from Vietnam to the Gulf War is documented in this history, which examines changing ideas about war and its impact on the armed forces. A key focus of the book...

The Met Office Cloud Book - Updated Edition How to Understand the Skies Learn to identify and understand the different types of clouds and their impact on the weather. This comprehensive guide,...

A gripping Cold War spy thriller that will change your view forever. By a former special forces officer, this novel is poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carré. In a world of espionage and...

The Envoy: A Gripping Cold War Espionage Thriller by Edward Wilson. In the height of the Cold War, deception and loyalty are tested to the limit. Kit Fournier, a senior diplomat at the US embassy in...

The Post Office Girls by Poppy Cooper tells the story of Beth Healey's journey as she joins the Army Post Office during World War I. On her eighteenth birthday, Beth hopes to leave the war behind,...

Siegfried Sassoon's Memoirs of an Infantry Officer is a personal account of his experiences during World War I, spanning from the early spring of 1916 to the summer of 1917. The narrative takes the...

The Recruiting Officer by George FarquharA comedy of love and war set in Shrewsbury in 1704, this play explores the impact of ongoing warfare on civilian society. With cross-dressing and confusion...

Leonhard Rempe's remarkable story spans two decades and two continents. In 1914, at just 21 years old, he volunteered to serve Germany, embarking on a journey that would take him from the...

Napoleon's Irish Legion: Memoirs of Miles ByrneRecruited to serve in Napoleon's army, Miles Byrne was an Irishman who hoped that by aligning himself with French successes he would see his own...

Civil War Sites: The Official Guide to the Civil War Discovery TrailThis comprehensive guide features over 300 sites across 31 states, including battlefields, mansions, state parks, cemeteries,...

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this novel tells the story of James Gould, a young officer stationed in Occupied Naples. His duties include discouraging Allied soldiers from marrying their...

Crash Course: From the Good War to the Forever WarH. Bruce Franklin's memoir offers a unique perspective on modern American history, drawing on his experiences as a navigator and intelligence officer...

The Contemptible Little Flying Corps: A Forgotten History A new light is shed on the often-overlooked men who kept the Royal Flying Corps in operation during World War I. This comprehensive study...

War at Sea 1939-45 Volume I: The Defensive Official History of the Second World War by Captain S W Roskill Dsc R. This comprehensive official history provides a detailed account of the Royal Navy's...

Augustine Courtauld's autobiography is a fascinating account of his life as an explorer, naval officer and yachtsman. From his early days to his later years, Courtauld shares his experiences and...

Jonathan Leach's memoir offers a unique perspective on life as an officer in Wellington's Sharpshooters during the Napoleonic Wars. Through his experiences, he shares the challenges and dangers of...

Summer 1942. Malta is under siege, and the British are its last line of defence against the Nazis. Max Chadwick's job as information officer is to keep morale high by controlling the news that...

Alexander Kent's Sloop of War is a gripping maritime pacey read that will keep you enthralled from start to finish. Set against the backdrop of the American War of Independence, this novel follows...

The Office of Innocence by Thomas Keneally is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of faith and morality. When an Australian priest's enthusiasm for virtue begins to waver, he...

Poppy is being transferred to a new munitions complex on the Scottish border, where she'll be working as a member of the Women's Police Service. Her job is to maintain law and order, allowing factory...

War at Sea 1939-45 Volume II is the latest installment in Captain S. W. Roskill's comprehensive history of The Royal Navy's role in World War II.This authoritative work provides a detailed account of...

Wisdom from the world's greatest thinkers, distilled into pithy extracts, offers a humorous and philosophical perspective on life.Daniel Klein's collection of philosophical gems, drawn from his...

The Royal Navy Officer's Pocket-Book by Brian Lavery is a unique collection of guidance and instruction for naval officers during World War II. Compiled from various sources, this pocket-book offers...

Published in 1999, 'Nobody's Hero: A Unique Personal Account of WW2' is a personal and introspective memoir by Bernard Hart-Hallam.This unique account offers an unvarnished look at the author's...

Razor's Edge: A Memoir of War and Betrayal For five years before the Falklands War, Hugh Bicheno was stationed in Argentina as one of Britain's top spies. He gathered crucial intelligence on...

The British Officer explores the role of military officers from Marlborough to the Second Iraq war. Anthony Clayton examines who these officers have been and are, what ideals or traditions have...

The God of War - The Official Novelization In this gripping novelization, the God of War game comes to life. Kratos, once driven by vengeance against the Gods of Olympus, now lives as a man in a...

Nautical Dawn: A Memoir of Naval Intelligence and NCISTricia Mansell's memoir takes readers on a journey through the Cold War era, revealing the author's experiences as a trailblazer in naval...

The Official History of Prisoners of War 1939-1945 by W. Wynne Mason is a comprehensive and thought-provoking account of the experiences of prisoners of war during World War II. This book presents a...

The Chief of Staff: Behind History's Great Commanders This two-volume work examines the history and role of the chief of staff, a key military duty position that has played a crucial part in shaping...

The Impossible Office? The History of the British Prime Minister This book tells the extraordinary story of the office of Prime Minister, marking its third centenary. Historian Sir Anthony Seldon...

First Lieutenant David Donovan's memoir is a gripping account of his time in the Mekong Delta of South Vietnam. In 1969, he arrived as a military advisor to work with village chiefs and local militia...

William Carne's life was shaped by two world wars, and his story is one of service, duty, and resilience. At just 16, he joined the Royal Navy as a cadet in 1914, embarking on a journey that took him...

The GI's War: American Soldiers in Europe During World War IIExperience the personal stories of ordinary young men who were thrust into war, and became veteran soldiers. Their accounts offer a unique...

A poignant photographic series from 1982 to 1992 captures the essence of an office long past. Teetering stacks of paper and off-kilter filing cabinets are juxtaposed with outdated computer equipment,...

A Doctor's War by Rowley Richards is a personal and poignant account of one man's experiences during World War II. As a young doctor and officer in the army reserve, Richards found himself at the...

Explore the culinary delights of the God of War universe. This official cookbook brings the world of the video game franchise to your kitchen, with recipes inspired by the nine realms that Kratos and...

The 1918 influenza epidemic had a devastating impact on the US Army during World War I. In "Fever of War", Carol R Byerly examines the effects of this pandemic on medical officers and their...

The Reagan Wars: A Constitutional Perspective on War Powers and the Presidency by David Locke Hall explores the complex relationship between the US Constitution and presidential war-making during...

The First World War in Africa by Hew Strachan is a comprehensive study of the conflict's African theatre. This vast and spectacular theatre of operations saw black soldiers confront dangers beyond...

A personal and thought-provoking account of life as a Marine officer, from one who experienced the horrors of war firsthand. Nathaniel Fick's story is a deeply introspective exploration of what it...

Lion Rampant is a graphic account of Robert Woollcombe's experiences as a front-line infantry officer during World War II. The book vividly evokes the confusion, horror, and camaraderie of war, from...

Discover the untold story of Han Solo's early years in this official collector's edition guide to Star Wars: A Star Wars Story. This comprehensive guide delves into the making of the film, exploring...

The Divine Office: Lent and Eastertide A comprehensive and traditional Catholic liturgy for morning, daytime, and evening prayer, covering the period from Lent to Pentecost. This edition features all...

The Airborne Forces of the Second World War 1939-1945 is an official history compiled by the Army Council to preserve the experience gained during WW2. This rare publication, with only 400 copies...

War Beneath the Waves: A True Story of Courage and Leadership Aboard a World War II SubmarineA gripping true account of submarine heroism, this book tells the story of one young naval officer's...

The Spoils of War: Power, Profit and the American War Machine by Andrew Cockburn Andrew Cockburn's latest work offers a scathing critique of the US war machine. He argues that America's tradition of...

The Pacific War Papers is an annotated collection of rare Japanese primary-source documents translated into English. These naval and diplomatic records provide invaluable insights for historians and...

The story of William Whitfield's time in the Merchant Navy during World War II is told in this personal account. The narrative covers his experiences on various ships and the convoys they took part...

The Divine Office: The Liturgy of the Hours According to the Roman Rite as Renewed by Decree of the Second Vatican Council and Promulgated by the Authority of Pope Paul VI. This comprehensive guide...

Hitler's Shadow: Nazi War Criminals, U.S. Intelligence, and the Cold War by Richard Breitman and Norman J.W. Goda explores new evidence from CIA and Army records that sheds light on war crimes,...

Future Offices by Ali Rahim explores the changing nature of the office as a spatial asset in response to shifting cultural, technological, and societal trends. As companies consolidate globally,...

Flying Forwards, Facing Backwards is a fascinating account of Jim Walls' 40-year RAF career, spanning from his early days as a Boy Entrant to his time as an air electronics operator on the Nimrod MR1...

Battles and Leaders of the Civil War, Volume 6 by Peter CozzensThis collection brings to life the personal accounts of marches, encampments, skirmishes, and battles from the Civil War, as told by...

Charles Bukowski's Post Office is a raw and uncompromising portrayal of a life lived on the fringes. The story follows a man with a hand-to-mouth existence, supported by a mundane post office job,...

A gripping account of a CIA case officer's experiences during the Cold War, drawing on personal recollections and stories shared by colleagues. This book offers a unique insight into the world of...

Get an in-depth look at the Star Wars universe with this official collector's edition guide to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Featuring extensive images, unseen concept art and behind-the-scenes...

Hugh Dowding: Architect of the Battle of Britain By John T. LaSaine Hardcover, 250 pages, published 2018. Born at the height of British imperial power in 1882, Hugh Dowding went on to have a...

The Landmark Julius Caesar The Complete Works: Gallic War, Civil War, Alexandrian War, African War, and Spanish War by Kurt A. Raaflaub This collection of five works presents a comprehensive picture...

For those starting their career as a security officer, this concise guide provides essential information to ensure competence and professionalism from day one. It covers topics such as uniform wear,...

The Royal Navy Officer's Jutland Pocket-Manual 1916 by James is a unique insight into life aboard ship during World War I. Originally published as New Battleship Organisations, this manual provides a...

Evelyn Waugh's Sword of Honour is a masterful trilogy that brings to life his own experiences of service during the Second World War. This complete one-volume edition, edited with an introduction by...

Billy Moss recounts the story of his continuing experiences during World War II, reflecting on the nature of war, the importance of local goodwill, and the moments of humour that can emerge in the...

Naval Operations to the Battle of the Falklands, December 1914 by Julian Stafford Corbett This five-volume history of the Royal Navy's role in World War I is based on official records from the...

The Recruiting Officer by George Farquhar is a witty and engaging play that explores the complexities of love, loyalty, and duty. Written in 1692, this comedic drama follows the misadventures of a...

Detailed tables and technical information are presented in this publication, focusing on harness requirements for specific types of service pattern vehicles. The book provides detailed specifications...