Charles Winchester Libros

The Russian front was the decisive theater of World War II with the great mass of the German army and Luftwaffe locked in battle with the Red Army in the largest land campaign in history. On a 1,200-mile front from the Arctic Circle to the Caspian Sea, in baking summer heat and winter temperatures of -40_C, millions of men and women fought the most vital battle of the war. Had the Germans won in the East, a Nazi victory in World War II would have been almost inevitable.This book examines the German campaign on the Eastern Front, from their first significant defeat at the gates of Moscow in 1941 to the defeat at Stalingrad and the Russian capture of Berlin marking the end of the war in Europe, exploring how Hitler's flawed dream of conquest in the East brought about the end of the Thousand Year Reich - in little over a thousand days.Introduction • Hitler and the Wehrmacht • The Red Army • To the Gates of Moscow • Attack and Counter-attack • Verdun on the Volga: Stalingrad • The Correlation of Forces • The Last Blitzkrieg • The Writing on the Wall • Prussian Roulette • Goodbye to Berlin • Notes • Index • Select Bibliography

This detailed analysis of the greatest land campaign of all time includes previously unpublished sources from the Soviet Union. The World War II battle of Ostfront was fought over a 1,200-mile front from the Arctic Circle to the Caspian Sea, and involved more personnel and resulted in more casualties than any other. 280 illustrations, 100 in color.

This collection focuses on republishing classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. The editions aim to provide affordable access to these historical texts while preserving the original content and artwork, making them accessible to a contemporary audience.

Originally published in 1871, this reprint offers a glimpse into the historical context and themes of its time. The book provides a unique perspective on the era's societal norms and challenges, showcasing the author's insights and literary style. Readers can expect to explore rich narratives and characters that reflect the period's complexities, making it a valuable addition for those interested in classic literature and history.

This book is a faithful reprint of the original 1891 edition, preserving the historical context and insights of foreign travel from that era. It offers readers a glimpse into the experiences and perspectives of travelers during the late 19th century, reflecting on cultural exchanges and the allure of exploration. The reprint maintains the authenticity of the text, making it a valuable resource for those interested in travel literature and history.

Východní fronta byl hlavním bojištěm druhé světové války. Odehrály se na ní nejkrvavější a nejdůležitější bitvy a ofenzívy, které nakonec rozhodly o konečném výsledku největšího válečného střetnutí v lidských dějinách. Poutavá kniha Charlese Winchestera nás provází všemi stěžejními událostmi, které se na východní frontě v letech 1941-45 odehrály. Rozebírá je především z vojenského hlediska a z pohledu armádní taktiky a strategie. Přináší množství ucelených informací a faktů o výzbroji, počtech a technice bojujících armád. Prostřednictví textu, fotografií a vojenských map můžeme sledovat německé přípravy na útok proti Sovětskému svazu, jeho první fázi, německý postup k Moskvě a ke Stalingradu, gigantické bitvy v jižním Rusku v letech 1942-43 a nakonec mohutný a vytrvalý postup sovětských vojsk, který skončil v květnu 1945 dobytím Berlína.