"Dr. Murray's book provides a detailed analytical study of the development of the Luftwaffe. The author takes an in-depth look at the "easy war" (1939-40) and the turn toward Russia in Operation Barbarossa. Dr. Murray investigates the war of attrition from 1942 through early 1944 and the reasons for the final demise of the Luftwaffe from April through September 1944"--Publisher's description
Discusses the strategy, battles, and major personalities involved in the recapture of the Philippine Islands during World War II
Profusely illustrated text discusses the campaigns and battles between American and Japanese forces in the Pacific that led to the defeat of the Japanese in World War II
Profusely illustrated text documents the decisive part played by bombers in bringing about the ultimate capitulation of Japan in World War II
Chronicles the events that unfolded after Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941
"Now illustrated with an extraordinary collection of over 125 photos, Stephen E. Ambrose's D-Day is the definitive history of World War II's most pivotal battle, June 6, 1944, the day that changed the course of history. D-Day is the epic story of men at the most demanding moment of their lives, when the horrors, complexities, and triumphs of life are laid bare. Distinguished historian Stephen E…