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Following significant victories in Tunisia and Sicily, Allied forces grew optimistic about reaching Rome by Christmas 1943 after Italy's surrender. This narrative explores the complexities of warfare, highlighting that success is rarely straightforward, even amidst apparent triumphs. The book delves into the strategic challenges and the shifting dynamics of World War II, offering insights into the military decisions and morale of the Allies during this critical period.

Examines the momentous turning points of 1941-1943: Hitler's invasion of Russia; America's entry into the conflict; the devastating Thousand Bomber Raids over Germany; the long struggle in the deserts of North Africa; and the defeat of the U-boats in the crucial Battle of the Atlantic.

Pre-order an engaging account of the Second World War, vividly illustrated by renowned artist Keith Burns and narrated by acclaimed historian James Holland. This monumental conflict, spanning from 1939 to 1945, claimed over 60 million lives and involved 300 million combatants, leaving no corner of the globe untouched. From the cities of Europe to the jungles of Burma, the deserts of North Africa, and the remote islands of the South Pacific, the war's impact was felt across every continent and ocean. The era saw rapid advancements in technology for land, sea, and air warfare, shaping the future in profound ways. Holland combines compelling personal narratives with a clear understanding of the strategic battles between the Allies and Axis powers, creating an irresistible narrative. Over 250 specially commissioned illustrations by Burns add stunning visual drama to the text, bringing the events of the war to life. This groundbreaking collaboration, five years in the making, offers a unique and unforgettable perspective on the extraordinary events that defined a generation.

Are you ready for the truth about World War Two? The Second World War is the most cataclysmic and violent sequence of events in recent times. But for the past seven decades, our understanding of it has relied upon conventional wisdom, propaganda and an interpretation skewed by the information available. James Holland has spent over twelve years conducting new research, interviewing survivors, visiting battlefields and archives that have never before been so accessible and challenging too-long-held assumptions about the war that shaped our world. In Germany Ascendant, the first part of this ground-breaking new history, James Holland introduces the war, beginning with the lead-up to its outbreak in 1939 and taking us up to mid-1941 as the Nazis prepared to unleash Operation Barbarossa, the invasion of Russia. To tell the real story, he weaves together the experiences of dozens of individuals, from civilians and soldiers, to sailors, pilots, leading military strategists, industrialists and heads of state, and uncovers the strategy, tactics and events that informed not only the military aspects of the war but also the economic, political, and social aspects too. The War in the West is a truly monumental history of the war on land, in the air, and at sea. In it, James Holland has created a captivating and epic narrative which redefines and enhances our understanding of one of the most significant conflicts in history.

The reader is in safe hands navigating each aspect of this complex campaign' DAILY MAIL Book of the WeekRenowned World War Two historian James Holland presents an entirely new perspective on one of the most important moments in recent history, unflinchingly examining the brutality and violence that characterised the campaign.

The book offers a fresh perspective on the Normandy campaign, marking the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Award-winning historian James Holland delves into new insights and analyses, providing a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal moment in history. Through meticulous research, he uncovers lesser-known aspects of the campaign, enriching the narrative of bravery and strategy that shaped the outcome of World War II.

* PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY NOW * - Why did the Allies decide to invade Southern Italy?- How did the weather and Italian terrain complicate the fighting?- How did General Mark Clark's Allied Armies win the final battle? Discover the mounting conflict and complex campaigns of the war in Italy. From Operation HUSKY to Clark's final offensive, the Allied campaign tightened the noose around Nazi Germany and saw the end of Italian Fascism, though it was at a cost of high civilian casualty and destruction. AN EPIC OF GRIT, DETERMINATION AND SACRIFICE Written by historian, author and broadcaster James Holland and with immersive illustrations by Keith Burns, THE WAR IN ITALY 1943-1945 is an accessible and enthralling introduction to these critical battles and their impact on the outcome of World War II

PRE-ORDER BOOK 12 OF THE LADYBIRD EXPERT HISTORY OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR, FROM AWARD-WINNING HISTORIAN JAMES HOLLAND Why did Japan decide to attack at Pearl Harbour? What was the Japanese vision of a Greater Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere? How did the American strategy turn the tide against Japanese offensives? Uncover the complexities of the brutal war against Japan. From the surprise attack on Pearl Harbour, Oahu, to the Phillipines Campaign, the Allies were finally able to turn the tide against the onslaught of Japanese forces. Ending in Japanese surrender after the devastating atomic bombings of Nagasaki and Hiroshima, the war in Japan was eventually won, but at the cost of civilian lives. THE WAR THAT LED TO TWO ATOMIC BOMBINGS Written by historian, author and broadcaster James Holland, Victory Against Japan is an essential introduction to the tactics that finally brought an end to the Second World War. Discover more titles in the Ladybird Expert series: D-Day The Desert War Genetics The Battle of the Nile

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