A new and definitive account of the German invasion of Poland that initiated WWII in 1939, written by a historian at the height of his abilities.\'Deeply researched, very well-written...
Moorhouse has a wonderful knack for reminding us about the parts of the Second World War that we are in danger of forgetting\' Dan Snow** Shortlisted for the Duke of Wellington Medal for Military History 2020 **.
Drawing on letters, memoirs and diaries from all sides, Roger Moorhouse\'s dramatic account of the military events is entwined with a human story of courage and suffering, and a dark tale of diplomatic betrayal.\'Important...
When the Red Army invaded from the east, the country\'s fate was sealed.
This is the First history of the Polish war for almost half a century.
The Polish army fought bravely but could not withstand the concentrated attack.
This book will be the standard work on the subject for many years to come\' - Andrew Roberts, author of Churchill: Walking with DestinyThe Polish campaign is the forgotten story of the Second World War.
The war began on 1 September 1939, when German tanks, trucks and infantry crossed the Polish border, and the Luftwaffe began bombing Poland\'s towns and cities.
A new and definitive account of the German invasion of Poland that initiated WWII in 1939, written by a historian at the height of his abilities.\'Deeply researched, very well-written..
