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Book SynopsisRobert Forczyk covers the development of armoured warfare in North Africa from the earliest Anglo-Italian engagements in 1940 to the British victory over the German Afrikakorps in Operation Crusader in 1941. The war in the North African desert was pure mechanized warfare, and in many respects the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where for three years British and Commonwealth, and later US, troops were in constant contact with Axis forces. World War II best-selling author Robert Forczyk explores the first half of the history of the campaign, from the initial Italian offensive and the arrival of Rommel's Panzergruppe Afrika to the British Operation Crusader offensive that led to the relief of Tobruk. He examines the armoured forces, equipment, doctrine, training, logistics and operations employed by both Allied and Axis forces throughout the period, focusing especially on the brigade and regimental level of operations.Fully ill
Trade ReviewWe heartily recommend this book on the early part of the desert war as a terrific addition to your library. * History of War *
It's an essential read for anyone interested in armoured warfare. * Britain at War *
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Preface Introduction CHAPTER 1: Pre-war doctrinal and technological influences CHAPTER 2: The opposing armoured forces in 1940–41 CHAPTER 3: Early armoured operations in 1940–41 CHAPTER 4: The Afrika Korps arrives CHAPTER 5: The clash of armour Glossary Rank table Appendices Bibliography Notes Index
