Follow the D-Day landings through a unique collection of historical maps, expert commentary and dramatic photographs. This is a unique insight into the D-Day landings 70 years on. Over 90 maps demonstrate how the D-Day landings unfolded, and are accompanied by detailed descriptions of what happened on that momentous day. The Allied landings in Normandy on 6 June 1944 were the greatest amphibious assault in history, requiring almost two years of meticulous planning and the largest co-ordinated mapping effort the ...
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Follow the D-Day landings through a unique collection of historical maps, expert commentary and dramatic photographs. This is a unique insight into the D-Day landings 70 years on. Over 90 maps demonstrate how the D-Day landings unfolded, and are accompanied by detailed descriptions of what happened on that momentous day. The Allied landings in Normandy on 6 June 1944 were the greatest amphibious assault in history, requiring almost two years of meticulous planning and the largest co-ordinated mapping effort the world has ever seen. Key maps include: Top-secret maps of Normandy with overprints showing the beach defences. Plans of the Allied deception schemes. Detailed maps of all five landing beaches, including OMAHA and UTAH. Chart of the armada's route across the English Channel. Maps showing the Allied Forces' movements as they pushed across France towards Berlin and VE Day. This collection of incredible maps uncover the events that led up to D-Day, the planning for the assault and the progress of the liberating forces afterwards. Dramatic photographs help to illustrate the key historical events that took place during Operation Overlord.
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Add this copy of D-Day. the Story of D-Day Through Maps to cart. $21.77, like new condition, Sold by The Blue Penguin rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from FRODSHAM,, CHESHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2014 by Times Books.
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Fine in Very Good + jacket. Dustwrapper, 4to, pp.208. Colour and mono illustrations and maps. The D-Day landings are explored through the use of military maps and accompanying photographs from the time, with commentary provided by the author and military cartography historian Dr Peter Chasseaud. Wrapper a little creased to rear top and lower edges else a very crisp and clean copy. Near fine overall. A heavy book weighing c1400g when suitably parcelled, thus exceeding the default weight of 1000g for the postage quotation, and invoking a request for the extra postage at cost at time of order ( or can be supplied on request ) if to be sent overseas or by 1st class UK post. Size: 4to-over 9¾"-12" tall.
Add this copy of D-Day: the Story of D-Day Through Maps to cart. $73.90, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2014 by Times Books.
