Explore the history of the people politics and events of World War II - one of the most
destructive events in world history. If you're keen on military history and World War II
this book is for you. This complete visual guide covers the events leading up to the war major
military battles around the globe and the aftermath and its effects on our world today.
Inside the pages of this chronological retelling World War II is captured in hundreds of
compelling images and eyewitness accounts of people involved in the epic conflict. Discover: -
Comprehensive and objective coverage of every major military conflict and its impact on the
rest of the war with vivid descriptions and first-person accounts - Biography spreads
highlight major military and political figures such as Adolf Hitler Winston Churchill Benito
Mussolini and Joseph Stalin - Find out about key battles political and economic forces and
technological advances that influenced the course of the war - Packed with striking graphics -
including rarely seen colour photographs - Cross-referencing appears throughout with timelines
and global maps establishing an overview of each year of the conflict - Features on everyday
life in the war and the discovery of Holocaust concentration camps add to the wider picture -
Gallery spreads displaying weapons spy gear and other equipment that defined the war Renowned
military historian Richard Holmes authors this compelling military book which explores the key
events people and equipment that defined the most destructive event in world history. Meet
the key players of the war through thought-provoking profiles and eyewitness accounts - from
national leaders making decisions to combatants on the front-line and the civilians left
behind. Also explore definitive battles that altered the course of the war such as Pearl Harbor
Hiroshima and the D-Day landings. The complexities of World War II are displayed throughout
this history book using photographs and rare colour images international maps
easy-to-understand text and detailed timelines to show events in unprecedented depth and
detail. World War II: The Definitive Visual Guide provides an unparalleled account of this
devastating conflict so we never forget and continue to learn from the past.
