Miles, Wilfrid
The Gordon Highlanders - 1919 - 1945
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783315123
- author:
- Miles, Wilfrid
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Naval & Military Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 460
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Military History, World War I,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Gordon Highlanders 1919-1945 by Wilfrid Miles This book tells the story of the 1st Battalion, Gordon Highlanders, from its formation in 1919 to the end of World War II. Originally part of the British Expeditionary Force, the battalion saw action in France and was later reformed after being broken up during the Battle of France. The battalion went on to serve with distinction in North Africa, Sicily, and North-western Europe, playing a significant role in the Allied victory. The 2nd Battalion, also part of the Gordon Highlanders, fought in Malaya and Singapore before being captured by Japanese forces in February 1942. Despite suffering heavy casualties as prisoners of war, the battalion was reformed and continued to serve with the 15th (Lowland) Division throughout North West Europe. Through meticulous research, Wilfrid Miles brings to life the history of the Gordon Highlanders during this period, shedding light on a lesser-known chapter in British military history.
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