Military History Books
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Eyewitness at Dieppe
Book SynopsisAugust 2022 will mark the 80th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid.
£17.00
Pen & Sword Books Ltd In the Hell of Fortress Poznan
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£22.50
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Sea Wolves
Book SynopsisSea Wolves: Savage Submarine Commander of WW2 features true stories of deeply murderous intent that lurked menacingly beneath the waves.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Sherman Tank Canadian New Zealand and South
Book SynopsisIn his latest volume in the TankCraft series Dennis Oliver uses wartime photos, extensively researched text and highly-detailed colour illustrations to cover the Sherman tanks of the Canadian, New Zealand and South African armies that battled their way up the Italian peninsula.
£17.09
Pen & Sword Books Ltd From The Battle of Britain to Bombing Hitlers
Book SynopsisThe biography of an RAF pilot who flew both fighters and heavy bombers from the very first, to the very last days of the Second World War.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Mines Bombs Bullets and Bridges
Book SynopsisSuperb first hand account by a frontline bomb disposal operator.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Stalins Plans for Capturing Germany
Book SynopsisPrimary sources from inside the Soviet state apparatus, including now-inaccessible Russian archival holdings.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Fighting for the French Foreign Legion
Book SynopsisFirst book to tell the modern story of the American volunteers in the Foreign Legion - from an outsiders viewpoint.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Churchills Arctic Convoys
Book SynopsisComprehensive account of the political and convoy operations to Northern Russia during WW2.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd The Italian Campaign 1943 1945
Book SynopsisThe Second World War Italian campaign in over 300 wartime photographs.
£17.09
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Raiding on the Western Front
Book SynopsisThe first in-depth study of the tactic of raiding, its development, value and contribution to ultimate victory.
£13.49
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Churchills Spearhead
Book SynopsisThis book covers the inception, growth and employment of Britains airborne forces (parachute and glider-borne formations) between June 1940 and March 1945. It takes a comparative approach and follows tailored lines of development. Each of these lines - politics and policy, equipment and technology, personnel and training, command and control and concepts and doctrine - influence each other.The contents include:Politics and Policy: The political environment within which the major decisions were made concerning the concept of development of Britains airborne forces. Churchills personal contribution, the effect of inter-service rivalry and the influence of other government departments. Equipment and Technology: The methods and obstacles of procuring and supplying the bespoke equipment required by airborne forces. The supply of combat equipment, the provision of support aircraft and the procurement of gliders. Personnel and Training: The effort incurred to man the new force and the effect
£13.49
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Rommels Ghost Division Victory in the West
Book SynopsisJune 1940. In just weeks, General Erwin Rommel's 7th Panzer Division dubbed the Ghost Division' had driven headlong through Allied forces in Belgium and France to reach the English Channel. Pushing south along the Channel coast past Le Harve, Rommel's spectacular victory at Saint-Valéry-en-Caux was crowned by the capture of Cherbourg. Following the Franco-German Armistice and a victory parade in Bordeaux, cameras rolled as Rommel re-enacted crossing the Somme for the Nazi propaganda documentary Sieg im Westen (Victory in the West).
£15.29
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Hitlers Atrocities against Allied PoWs
Book SynopsisSeventy years ago, the Nuremberg Trials were in full swing in Germany. In the dock were the leaders of the Nazi regime and most eventually received their just desserts. But what happened to the other war criminals?In June 1946, Lord Russell of Liverpool became Deputy Judge Advocate and legal adviser to the Commander in Chief for the British Army of the Rhine in respect of all trials held by British Military Courts of German war criminals. He later wrote;''At the outbreak of the Second World War, the treatment of prisoners was governed by the Geneva Prisoner of War Convention of 1929, the Preamble of which stated that the aim of the signatories was to alleviate the conditions of prisoners of war.''During the war, however, the provisions of the Convention were repeatedly disregarded by Germany. Prisoners were subjected to brutality and ill-treatment, employed on prohibited and dangerous work, handed over to the SD for special treatment in pursuance of Hitler''s Commando Order, lynched in the streets by German civilians, sent to concentration camps, shot on recapture after escaping, and even massacred after they had laid down their arms and surrendered.''Tens of thousands of Allied prisoners of war died at the hands of the Nazis and their Italian allies. This book is for them lest we forget.
£13.49
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Theodore Bayley Hardy VC DSO MC
Book SynopsisThe casual visitor to Carlisle Cathedral will notice massive sandstone walls, a magnificent ceiling, and the exquisite Flemish carving of the Brougham Triptych. Less obvious is a brass memorial tablet on the North Wall. It commemorates a man who would probably have preferred it not to be noticed. He was at one time a diffident schoolmaster at Bentham, near Lancaster, and an unassuming country vicar at Hutton Roof, near Kirkby Lonsdale. At the age of fifty-four, he was to become the most decorated non-combatant in the First World War: decorations won not in hot blood and anger, but in cool tenacious courage. He was to die only a few daysbefore the Armistice. This book tells his story. In the modern world, where selfishness and greed dominate, it is a story of comradeship, unselfishness and an incredible heroism which should never be forgotten. Above all, it is the story of one man's Christian witness which even the most skeptical agnostic or confirmed atheist must respect.
£13.49
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Royal Marines in the First World War
Book SynopsisThe Royal Marines had the distinction of serving in every major land campaign of the First World War, as well as participating in most minor ones. They also served afloat as an element of the Royal Navy. For the greater part, the morale and esprit de corps of the formation was second to none, wherever its men found themselves and whatever challenges they faced. This new history examines the participation of the corps in actions such as the Defence of Antwerp, the Gallipoli landings, the Battle of the Somme, the Zeebrugge Raid and the Allied intervention in North Russia. It covers the Marines in action aboard ship at the Dardanelles and Jutland, and throws a spotlight on the little-known Royal Marines presence in the West Indies. Flying Marines operated with the Royal Naval Air Service and Royal Flying Corps, often with noted bravery. Wherever possible the words used are those of the men who were there, and these eye-witness accounts (some never before published) offer an immediacy and
£19.00
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Hitler the Scientist
Book SynopsisWhen Hitler came to power in 1933 he promised the German people a technocratic state where science, technology and education would grow and flourish. Unfortunately, any attempts to achieve such a goal were dependent on his educational background which was fundamentally flawed and severely distorted. Hitler's schooling was a troubled time where he struggled with many subjects. In particular he found conflicting views between science and religion so difficult to understand it caused him to run his head against the wall. He was also heavily educated in subjects like myths, magic, pseudo-sciences and the occult which would become his versions of alternative science and alternative facts. These alternatives remained with him into adulthood where, as Fuhrer, his mentality and mindset towards science was highlighted when he announced: A new age of magic interpretation of the world is coming, of interpretation in terms of the will and not the intelligence.Hitler's ideology and rise to power
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Kut The Death of an Army
Book SynopsisKut: The Death of an Army is the fascinating, yet largely forgotten, story of the British-Indian Army that was besieged in Mesopotamia from 1915 to 1916. It is an expert account of the tragic five-month Turkish siege, in which their enemies essentially outlasted them. The author reveals the day-to-day preoccupations of not only the Anglo-Indian forces, but their enemies the Turks as well as local civilians caught in the chaos. Throughout the campaign, the British were beaten back by the Turks, and the ever-prevailent human suffering of the men, so far away from home in this foreign ground, less than helped the cause: starvation, heavy shelling, inadequate medical supplies and disease were all taking their toll. By the end of the campaign, approximately 30,000 British and Indian soldiers had lost their lives. This informative book will be of interest to anyone wanting a concise and accessible introduction to the conflict and will be essential reading for both students of the First World War, as well as those who have a penchant for military history in general.
£15.29
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Formidable
Book SynopsisThis is a highly illustrated tribute to the author's grandfather, Fleet Air Arm Steward Arthur Flint, who served aboard the aircraft carrier HMS Formidable during WWII.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Gunners from the Sky
Book SynopsisA history of the 1st Air Landing Light Regiment (a glider-borne artillery unit) in Italy 1943 and at the Battle of Arnhem.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Julius Caesars Civil War
Book SynopsisDescribes the campaigns that destroyed the fabric of the Roman Republic and resulted in Julius Caesar's elevation to Dictator for Life.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd General Sir James Scarlett
Book SynopsisThe first work devoted to a great Victorian soldier, Major Gen Sir James Scarlett, commander of the Heavy Brigade through the Crimean War.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd The Gurkha Diaries of Robert Atkins MC
Book SynopsisUnique diaries of a decorated British Gurkha officer covering two significant periods of active service.
£17.00
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Laughter is the Best Weapon The Remarkable
Book SynopsisExceptional and unusual collection of personal anecdotes, many amusing and others serious but all entertaining.
£17.00
Pen & Sword Books Ltd The Rise of Persia and the First GrecoPersian
Book SynopsisThe epic story of the first Greco-Persian War and the Persian invasion of Europe and Greece.
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Fighting Napoleon at Home
Book SynopsisA startling portrayal of society in Britain during the Napoleonic
£21.25
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Naval Battles of the Second World War
Book SynopsisHighly illustrated account of the major naval battles fought in the Atlantic and Mediterranean during the Second World War.
£17.00
Mobius A Kennedy Affair
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£9.49
Penguin Books Ltd How to Build an Aircraft Carrier
Book SynopsisDiscover the enthralling story of the HMS Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Navy''s largest ever aircraft carrier and SUBJECT OF THE MAJOR NEW BBC DOCUMENTARY SERIES THE WARSHIP''Fascinating, often funny and sometimes moving . . . Terrill takes us deep into the bowels of Britain''s biggest warship . . . Exhilarating'' THE TIMES________65,000 tons. 280 metres long. A flight deck the size of sixty tennis courts. A giant piece of Sovereign British territory that''s home to up to 50 Aircraft. HMS Queen Elizabeth is the biggest ship in the Royal Navy''s history and one of the most ambitious and exacting engineering projects ever undertaken in the UK.But it''s her ship''s company of 700, alongside an air group of 900 air and ground crew that are Big Lizzie''s beating heart. And How to Build an Aircraft Carrier tells their story.From before the first steel of her hull was cut, Chris Terrill has enjoyed unprecedented access to Queen ETrade ReviewTerrill takes us deep into the bowels of Britain's biggest warship . . . Exhilarating * The Times *Celebrates remarkable feats of engineering. * Telegraph *
£11.69
Penguin Books Ltd Sabre Squadron
Book SynopsisWith the outbreak of Gulf War hostilities a unit from 22 SAS slipped quietly over the border and into the enemy''s backyard. It would be six weeks before any of the patrol again reached safety.Sabre Squadron recounts in graphic detail their scud-busting operations deep inside Iraq. They were operating alone and out of reach of reinforcements, with the threat of detection and its fatal consequences ever present. Yet their determination to wreak havoc behind enemy lines remained undimmed, culminating in an attack that decisively reconfirmed the regiment''s awesome reputation.Cameron Spence, a senior NCO on the operation, takes you as close to the fighting SAS as you are ever likely to get, conveying the relentless tension, black humour and camaraderie punctuated by explosive, nerve-shredding action that characterized the mission.This is the true story of an SAS operation of breathtaking audacity and flair, carried out under unimaginable pressure, Trade ReviewA brilliantly authentic account of war with an SAS patrol, it's a fantastic read -- Andy McNab, bestselling author of Brave Two ZeroTense and at times terrifying... a well-told action story * Sunday Telegraph *A terrific read * The Times *Blood, guts and military macho - as authentic as anything you are likely to read * Mail on Sunday *
£11.07
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Last Fighting Tommy
Book SynopsisAn extraordinary biography by the very last witness of a devastating four years in British history' Daily MailOn 17 June 2009, Harry Patch celebrated his 111th birthday. At the time, he was the last living British Tommy who had fought in the trenches during the First World War. Now that direct link with the past has gone. From Patch's vivid memories of an Edwardian childhood, through the horrors of the battles of Ypres and Passchendaele to working on the home front in the Second World War and fame in later life as a veteran, The Last Fighting Tommy is the story of an ordinary man's extraordinary life. A hundred years after the end of the Great War, this powerful account of a life defined by those four devastating years remains as important and relevant as ever. This updated edition includes a new introduction, as well as previously unseen photographs.Trade ReviewPatch was not unique among millions of his comrades who endured that prolonged and supreme test of nerve and courage. But, uniquely, as the last survivor, he embodies them all * Sunday Express *This articulate, modest and outspoken man is an unassailable witness of what the war was like for those who fought in it * Daily Telegraph *A wonderful book -- Andrew Motion, Poet Laureate
£12.34
Orion Publishing Co The New Achilles
Book Synopsis Alexanor is a man who has seen too much blood. He has left the sword behind him to become a healer in the greatest sanctuary in Greece: he has turned his back on war.But war has followed him to his refuge at Epidauros, and now a battle to end the freedom of Greece is all around him. The Mediterranean superpowers of Rome, Egypt and Macedon are waging their proxy wars on Hellenic soil, turning Greek farmers into slaves and mercenaries.Greece needs a champion. One last hero. A new Achilles. When a wounded soldier is carried into his temple, Alexanor believes the man''s wounds are mortal. But he is not destined to die. But Alexanor must face his own daemons before he can help the hero face his.Because this is the new Achilles. His name is Philopoemen.Trade ReviewSuperb . . . There are few writers since Mary Renault who are better than Cameron at conjuring up a vision of ancient Greece * Antonia Senior, THE TIMES *One of the finest writers of historical fiction in the world * BEN KANE, Sunday Times bestselling author of CLASH OF EMPIRES *Emotive and powerful, and very highly recommended * PARMENION BOOKS on Salamis *A storyteller at the height of his powers * HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY on The Green Count *Cameron's artistry and craftsmanship offer much to recommend * THE GLOBE AND MAIL on God of War *An extraordinary and staggering achievement . . . I doubt Cameron's expertise in Greek military history can be equalled * FOR WINTER NIGHTS on God of War *
£9.49
Amberley Publishing Gun Button to Fire
Book SynopsisThe amazing story of one of the 'Few', fighter ace Tom Neil who shot down 13 enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain.Trade ReviewA thrilling new book... Tom Neil is one of the last surviving heroes who fought the Luftwaffe' * THE DAILY EXPRESS *The best book on the Battle of Britain' -- SIR JOHN GRANDY, Marshal of the RAFAn icon of the battle as well as one of the most successful pilots, he is uniquely qualified to tell a story that is both the ultimate military epic, and also distinctly personal' * MILITARY TIMES *Tom Neil is one of the last of the Few' * BEST OF BRITISH *Table of ContentsForeword, Author's Note, 1. Early Days, 2. 249 Squadron: May 1940, 3. Spitfire Interlude: 1 - 11 June 1940, 4. Operational in a Hurricane: 12 June-14 August 1940, 5. Into Battle From Boscombe Down: 15-31 August 1940, 6. September 1940 at North Weald, 7. An October of 109s, 8. Winter Sets In: November 1940, 9. The Last of the Year: December 1940, Epilogue: What Happened After the Battle of Britain?, Appendix - Log Book, Publisher's Acknowledgements
£11.69
Amberley Publishing Northumberlands Military Heritage
Book SynopsisAward-winning military historian Neil R. Storey explores the military heritage of Northumberland, from Roman times to the present day.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Gazelle
Book SynopsisIllustrated with lavish colour photographs, one of the world's most successful military and civilian helicopters.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing Living the Cold War
Book SynopsisNew paperback edition - An insider's account of the Cold War as seen by a key diplomat abroad and in London. A privileged view of work that won the Cold War, written with humour and insight.Trade Review"Diplomacy is an art form, and Christopher Mallaby is a master of it. He not only served his country well – he served the wider interest too. In describing events now gone, he sets an example for events yet to come." -- Sir John Major KG CH"Some people's memoirs describe history. Others, like this author, have lived history. Christopher Mallaby was a key insider at crucial events in the Cold War and its aftermath. This fascinating account of some of the late twentieth century’s most pivotal moments gives new, very personal insights into the dramas of the East-West confrontation. This a highly readable and very important book." -- Rt Hon Lord George Robertson KT GCMG, Former Secretary General of NATO and UK Defence Secretary"From the Cuban Missile Crisis to German Unification, Christopher Mallaby witnessed and then shaped many of the key political events of the second half of the twentieth century. His elegant memoir is lucid in its analysis and wise in its judgments. As someone who worked for him, that was no surprise. For me, though, the most compelling chapters were at the beginning, writing with restrained passion about his family: I learned what shaped the character of a great public servant." -- Sir Simon McDonald KCMG KCVO, Permanent Under-Secretary at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Head of the Diplomatic Service
£9.49
Amberley Publishing Bournemouth at War
Book SynopsisBournemouth at War is a tribute to the wartime record of the people of the town of Bournemouth in the Second World War.
£14.39
Amberley Publishing The Sicily Campaign
Book SynopsisThe joint Allied invasion of Sicily, the first successful attempt to occupy enemy territory, and the precursor for both the invasion of Italy and the later Normandy campaign.
£22.99
Amberley Publishing ANG in the 1980s
Book SynopsisThe lavishly illustrated story of the Air National Guard in the 1980s. Take a step inside the day-to-day operations.
£14.39
The University of North Carolina Press Red Coats and Wild Birds
Book SynopsisDuring the nineteenth century, Britain maintained a complex network of garrisons to manage its global empire. During their tours abroad, many British officers engaged in formal and informal scientific research. In this ambitious history of ornithology and empire, Kirsten A. Greer tracks British officers as they moved around the world.
£81.00
The University of North Carolina Press Engines of Redemption
Book SynopsisAfter the upheavals of the Civil War and Reconstruction shattered the plantation economy of the Old South, white southerners turned to the railroad to reconstruct capitalism in the region. This study of the New South's experience with the railroad network provides valuable insights into the history of capitalism.
£29.21
University of North Carolina Press The Home Front
£36.30
Simon & Schuster Ltd When the Germans Came
Book SynopsisTrue-life recollections from the Channel Islanders who were the only British subjects to live under Nazi rule in WWII.
£10.44
Little, Brown Book Group Defiant
Book SynopsisIn this startling new perspective on the Battle of Britain, Robert Verkaik reveals the surprising truth about the battle's forgotten fighter, the Boulton Paul Defiant.Trade ReviewFrom the corridors of the Air Ministry to the skies over Dunkirk, Robert Verkaik tells the story of the Battle of Britain's unlikeliest hero with verve and phenomenal grasp of detail. He brings the Defiant fighter back into focus as an important part of the victorious RAF in the hour of its greatest trial. -- Mark UrbanIn Defiant, Robert Verkaik has achieved the impossible - resurrecting the reputation of one of World War Two's worst remembered fighter planes. Unwanted, unloved and rushed into service, the Defiant nevertheless turns out to have achieved far more success in combat than has been previously acknowledged. This is mainly down to the brilliance of the officers who commanded the two operational squadrons and whose record Verkaik rightly praises. This book firmly establishes the aircraft's role in those crucial aerial battles of 1940 and elevates the brave aircrews who fought and died in their forgotten Defiants, to rank alongside their comrades in the better remembered Hurricanes and Spitfires. -- David Fairhead, director of SpitfireVerkaik is an excellent guide, making his case with a restrained passion, taking us through the inter-war rearmament before cataloguing the muddled thinking, the political infighting, the inter-service and personality rivalries. His research was clearly a labour of love, leaving no Whitehall paper or airman's letter unturned in his search for the truth, and he never forgets the human dimension behind the losses. -- Simon Humphreys * Mail on Sunday *Defiant is both a stirring testament to the courage of the men who flew them and a welcome new examination of one of the Second World War's most famous conflicts. -- Alexander Larman * Observer *Praise for Jihadi John:An exemplary account . . . The book's most important contribution is to highlight the difficulties faced by the intelligence services . . . a first-class primer on Muslim extremism in Britain. * Sunday Times *Praise for Jihadi John:Verkaik gives a fascinating if frightening picture of the jihadists in our midst. * Mail on Sunday *Praise for Jihadi John:An outstanding pulling together of the fractured career of one of the most notorious terrorist psychopathic killers of this or any other age. The book is exceptional because its author makes no false claims for what he doesn't know and never confuses explanation with explaining away . . . [an] excellent and thought-provoking book. * Evening Standard *Praise for Jihadi John:A riveting and compelling portrait of Mohammed Emwazi on his journey to the heart of darkness.Meticulously researched and rich in human and social as well as military interest, Defiant fills a crucial gap in our understanding of that most perilous time. -- David Kynaston, author of Austerity Britain
£10.44
Headline Publishing Group Chemical Warrior
Book SynopsisGRIPPING, MOVING AND INSPIRING: the remarkable life of a world-leading expert in chemical weapons defence.Unlike any account of warfare I''ve read - Billy BillinghamFor thirty years, Hamish has served and volunteered in conflict zones around the world. As the army''s foremost chemical weapons expert, he built a unique first-hand understanding of how to prevent attacks and train doctors on the frontline - saving countless lives in the process.After suffering near-death experiences time and again, Hamish discovered he had a ticking time bomb in his own chest: a heart condition called Sudden Death Syndrome that could kill him at any time. But with a new awareness for the fragility of life, he fought harder to make his count.Despite facing extraordinary personal danger, Hamish has unearthed evidence of multiple chemical attacks in Syria and continues to advise the government at the highest level, including after the 2018 Novichok poisoning iTrade ReviewA gripping account * Daily Mail *A fascinating memoir * Salisbury Journal *Gripping * Daily Express *A page-turning read, full of urgent questions, from one of the world's finest chemical and biological weapons experts. Compelling and unforgettable. * John Simpson *Hamish de Bretton-Gordon has been one of my closest comrades on the front line. Completely fearless, he is one of the leading chemical weapons expert on the globe. His training has saved lives and given hope. * Professor David Nott, bestselling author of WAR DOCTOR *A career at the cutting edge of Britain's chemical weapons defence has bequeathed Hamish a deep and heartfelt mission for protecting the innocent victims of such heinous crimes. The risks he has taken to do so are legion, his commitment beyond belief, his inspiration truly humbling. One of my heroes, a word I do not use lightly. * Damien Lewis, bestselling author of APACHE DAWN *This book is where theory meets reality. DBG is one of only a handful of highly experienced practitioners in this field. Of course, the science matters - but its application is what requires our full and undivided attention. DBG shines a light into that dark corner. * Sir Graeme Lamb, former director of UK Special Forces *The international community has generally ignored the plight of the Syrian people, but there are a few bright lights and Hamish is one of the brightest. He is a brilliant humanitarian activist. * Dr Ghanem Tayara, Syrian doctor *Hamish's incredible life story is unlike any account of warfare I've read. His courage on the front line and drive to make a difference in the world is truly inspiring. * Billy Billingham, 'SAS: Who Dares Wins' *Hamish de Bretton-Gordon is an outstanding humanitarian who has fought for justice and accountability for Syrians. He is one of the few heroes in a story of evil, misery and law breaking. * Andrew Mitchell MP *Hamish de Bretton-Gordon's autobiography starts like the opening of a high-octane film * The New European *It is a remarkable story of rising above a truly terrifying experience and making a genuine difference in the world... DBG's writing is clear and enjoyable, making the book a pleasure to read * History of War *Chemical Warrior reads as a fast-paced thriller, each derring-do tale worthy of a book in itself. * Wiltshire Life *
£11.69
Headline Publishing Group Queen of Codes
Book Synopsis''One of the greatest codebreakers of the twentieth century'' Suzannah Lipscomb An astounding story of codebreaking, personal sacrifice and a life lived in the shadows. The history of British codebreaking is often considered a men-only preserve, ignoring the fact that the vast majority of codebreakers were women. And foremost among them was one who is largely unknown to the public: Emily Anderson. A leading member of British intelligence, Anderson played a pivotal role in both world wars. Amongst the first codebreakers to move to Bletchley Park, she later transferred to Cairo where her exceptional skills in decoding diplomatic and military intelligence were instrumental in the first Allied victory of the Second World War, for which she was awarded the OBE. Remarkable in many ways, she was also the first female Junior Assistant in the civil service and led the fight for equal pay for women at GCHQ. Revealing newly discovered material and Trade ReviewA thoroughly researched and highly readable account of a woman who may have appeared to the world as the epitome of ordinary, but was in truth anything but. -- Physics WorldA meticulously-researched biography that explores the secret life of a codebreaker equally comfortable playing the piano or living a life of high-stakes drama in a war zone -- SpyscapeAnderson's role in the war effort, and her very substantial contributions to modern musicology, are now rightly recorded * The Irish Mail on Sunday *Some women are missing from history books for the simple reason that - under the Official Secrets Act - they could not speak the truth about their lives. Among these was Emily Anderson, one of the greatest codebreakers of the twentieth century - an unsung heroine of both World Wars. In Jackie Uí Chionna she at last finds her biographer. In unravelling Anderson's story, Uí Chionna shines a light on an extraordinary woman who literally changed the course of history -- Suzannah LipscombQueen Of Codes describes the extraordinary work and legacy of Emily Anderson during the Second World War. Anderson played a key role at our wartime home in Bletchley Park and at our regional centre in the Middle East. She is one of our best, and least recognised, codebreakers. This fantastic piece of work by Dr Jackie Uí Chionna highlights the critical role that women have played in our organisation's history -- Dr. David Abrutat, Departmental Historian, GCHQCompletely compelling, endlessly illuminating and richly intriguing - Jackie Ui Chionna's wonderfully written and deeply researched work has at last pulled back the curtain of secrecy from one of Bletchley Park's most extraordinary unsung figures. This is a story not just of a pioneering codebreaking genius, working through two world wars, but also - movingly - about a dazzlingly brilliant woman creating a space for herself and her passions in a rigid world and at a rigid time. -- Sinclair McKayThe groundbreaking contribution of Emily Anderson to codebreaking in the 20th century has been hidden for far too long... until now. One of the most important biographies of recent times -- Dr Helen FryThis book is a compelling biography, by any standard, and among the best studies of any intelligence officer. That this book could even be written is a wonder of research. Emily Anderson shunned publicity, and worked with British codebreakers who embodied skill and secrecy. That this book is so well written is a delight to match the grace of Emily Anderson's scholarship on Beethoven and Mozart -- John Ferris, author of Behind the EnigmaAs one of the world's greatest codebreakers, Emily Anderson has been forgotten for far too long. Based on rigorous research and brilliant storytelling, Uí Chionna has produced a seminal biography that Anderson would have approved. -- Claire Hubbard-Hall
£12.34
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Aces of Jagdgeschwader Nr III
Book SynopsisRoyal Prussian Jagdgeschwader Nr III was the third of Germany''s vaunted fighter wings to be formed during World War 1. Commanded by the Pour le Mérite winner and well-respected ace Hauptmann Bruno Loerzer for its entire existence, it was composed of the celebrated Jasta ''Boelcke'', along with Jagdstaffeln 26, 27 and 36. Equipped largely with the new Fokker triplane, these four units would play an important role in the Kaiserschlacht as part of the 17. Armee. As Germany''s fortunes waned in the summer of 1918, the aces of JG III nonetheless did their best to stem the tides of British, French and later American aircraft they encountered. Aces such as Carl Bolle, Paul Bäumer, Heinrich Bongartz, Hermann Frommherz, Rudolf Klimke and the infamous Hermann Göring all carved their names in the record books flying in this formidable formation. This book examines the tactics, achievements and personalities of one of the deadliest of Germany''s aerial units.Table of ContentsOrigins and Background /Kaiserschlacht /The Tide Turns /September Success Story /Bitter End /Appendices /Colour Plates Commentary /Index
£16.14
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Malaya and Singapore 194142
Book SynopsisFor the British Empire it was a military disaster, but for Imperial Japan the conquest of Malaya was one of the pivotal campaigns of World War II. Giving birth to the myth of the Imperial Japanese Army''s invincibility, the victory left both Burma and India open to invasion. Although heavily outnumbered, the Japanese Army fought fiercely to overcome the inept and shambolic defense offered by the British and Commonwealth forces.Detailed analysis of the conflict, combined with a heavy focus on the significance of the aerial campaign, help tell the fascinating story of the Japanese victory, from the initial landings in Thailand and Malaya, through to the destruction of the Royal Navy''s Force Z and the final fall of Singapore itself.Table of ContentsOrigins of the campaign /Chronology /Opposing commanders /Opposing armies /Orders of battle /Opposing plans /The operation /Aftermath /The battlefields today /Further reading /Index
£15.29
