The British Army 1939–45 (1): North-West Europe vol 1

The Second World War was Britain's last as a world power; it was a citizen's war, in which most British men and women were mobilised. For a year it saw Britain standing alone against the fascist dictatorships; and winning it cost the sacrifice of the entire national wealth. This first title of three describes and explains the uniforms developed for European service. It traces the appearence of the 'Tommy' from pre-war mobilisation, through the years of defeat and endurance, to the final return to Europe on D-Day and the long fighting advance to Northern Germany by spring 1945. Uniform information is supported by a campaign summary, infantry organisation tables, lists of arms and services and basic specifications of a number of heavy weapons. The Second World War was Britain's last conflict as a world power. For a year it saw Britain standing alone against the fascist dictatorships; winning it demanded the sacrifice of the entire national wealth. This first book of three describes the uniforms developed for European service. It traces the appearance of the 'Tommy' from pre-war mobilization, through the years of defeat and endurance, to D-Day and the long fighting advance to Northern Germany. The book also includes a campaign summary, infantry organization tables, lists of arms and services and basic specifications of a number of heavy weapons.--Provided by publisher

the Second World War Was Britain's Last As A World Power. For A Year It Saw Britain Standing Alone Against The Fascist Dictatorships; Winning It Cost The Sacrifice Of The Entire National Wealth. This First Book Of Three Describes The Uniforms Developed For European Service. It Traces The Appearance Of The 'tommy' From Pre-war Mobilization, Through The Years Of Defeat And Endurance, To D-day And The Long Fighting Advance To Northern Germany. The Book Also Includes A Campaign Summary, Infantry Organization Tables, Lists Of Arms And Services And Basic Specifications Of A Number Of Heavy Weapons.

The North Africa campaign of 1940-43 brought the British Army its first significant land victory, they then suffered a reversal in fortune between 1941 and 1942 and rallied in 1942 to 1943. For the 8th Army there followed another long struggle up the mountainous length of Italy in 1943-45. This title covers the introduction of new uniforms and equipment used by the British army in the lead up to World War II. It also examines the costly lessons of Norway and France 1940, in light of uniform and equipment changes. THE INTERWAR YEARS were a relatively peaceful time for Britain.