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The British army : the definitive history of the twentieth century / introduction by Sir Max Hastings. --
Record details
- ISBN: 9781844036028
- ISBN: 1844036022
- Physical Description: 288 p. : ill. (chiefly col.).
- Publisher: London : Cassell Illustrated, 2007.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 43.95 |
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| Subject: | Great Britain. Army > History > 20th century. Great Britain. Army > History > 21st century. Great Britain > History, Military > 20th century. |
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- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Lakeshore Branch | 355.309410904 Bri | 31681001952712 | NONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Uses memorabilia and personal documents from the archives of the Imperial War Museum along with personal accounts to provide an illustrated history of the British Army from the turn of the century to the invasion of Iraq and Operation Telic. - Gardners
Features illustrated histories of the British forces over the past century of modern warfare. Filled with personal testimonies, memorabilia, and tributes to the key figures of each services this work is endorsed by the Imperial War Museum, and fronted by noted historian Sir Max Hastings. - Hachette Book GroupCreated in close cooperation with the Imperial War Museum, this volume commemorates a century of British military service. The tour of duty begins with the Boer War and continues through today's conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Riveting firsthand accounts and hundreds of rare photographs and illustrations bring the combat experiences of everyday British soldiers alive. One hundred years of weapons, armor, and tactics are explored, along with the great leaders such as Mountbatten and Montgomery. What really sets this book apart are the stories behind such battles as Gallipoli, Cassino, and Goose Green, which are recounted by the men who fought them; their extraordinary words exemplify the legendary gallantry and grit of the British fighting man.
- SterlingCreated in close cooperation with the Imperial War Museum, this volume commemorates a century of British military service. The tour of duty begins with the Boer War and continues through todayâs conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Riveting firsthand accounts and hundreds of rare photographs and illustrations bring the combat experiences of everyday British soldiers alive. One hundred years of weapons, armor, and tactics are explored, along with the great leaders such as Mountbatten and Montgomery. What really sets this book apart are the stories behind such battles as Gallipoli, Cassino, and Goose Green, which are recounted by the men who fought them; their extraordinary words exemplify the legendary gallantry and grit of the British fighting man.
