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Tip of the Spear: German Armored Reconnaissance in Action in World War II
Robert Edwards
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Description for Tip of the Spear: German Armored Reconnaissance in Action in World War II
Hardback. Num Pages: 528 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 203 x 30. .
In this follow up to Scouts Out, the definitive account of World War II-era German armored reconnaissance forces, Robert J. Edwards continues his exploration of the tactics and doctrine of the small units that served as the tip of the spear for the German Army, venturing out ahead of the main lines to scout territory and gather crucial intelligence. Numerous firsthand accounts and after-action reports from soldiers and combar commanders offer frontline perspective on the battles and personalities of the Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS, Luftwaffe, and other formations, as well as the groundwork these units laid for the stunning tank and infantry ... Read more
In this follow up to Scouts Out, the definitive account of World War II-era German armored reconnaissance forces, Robert J. Edwards continues his exploration of the tactics and doctrine of the small units that served as the tip of the spear for the German Army, venturing out ahead of the main lines to scout territory and gather crucial intelligence. Numerous firsthand accounts and after-action reports from soldiers and combar commanders offer frontline perspective on the battles and personalities of the Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS, Luftwaffe, and other formations, as well as the groundwork these units laid for the stunning tank and infantry ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Stackpole Books United States
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
Number of Pages
528
Place of Publication
Mechanicsburg, United States
ISBN
9780811715713
SKU
V9780811715713
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About Robert Edwards
Robert Edwards, a retired U.S. Army armor officer, has taught at West Point. He lives in Navarre, Florida.
Reviews for Tip of the Spear: German Armored Reconnaissance in Action in World War II
First-hand accounts of the wars are always more interesting than just dry history books, whichever side the stories come from.
Books Monthly 01/03/2016
Books Monthly 01/03/2016