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Paperback. Tells the story of Frenchmen, who motivated by their hatred of Communism, chose to fight for the Third Reich in World War-II, first in the regular army and then as part of the Waffen-SS. Num Pages: 512 pages, 17 b/w photos & 6 maps. BIC Classification: HBLW; HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 870. The French Volunteers of the Waffen-SS. 512 pages, 17 b/w photos & 6 maps. Tells the story of Frenchmen, who motivated by their hatred of Communism, chose to fight for the Third Reich in World War-II, first in the regular army and then as part of the Waffen-SS. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBLW; HBWQ; JW. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 34. Weight: 862.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Stackpole Books
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780811735810
- ISBN
- 9780811735810
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 19.92
€ 24.99
€ 19.92
Paperback. Hendrick C Verton volunteered for the Waffen-SS in early 1941 and fought against the Red Army until the end of the war as a soldier in the 5th SS Panzer Division 'Wiking' and SS Regiment Besslein, with which he participated in the epic defence of Breslau. This title tells Verton's story. Num Pages: 264 pages, 41 b/w photos & 5 maps. BIC Classification: HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 228 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 466. The Experiences of a Dutch Waffen-SS Volunteer, 1941-45. 264 pages, 41 b/w photos & 5 maps. Hendrick C Verton volunteered for the Waffen-SS in early 1941 and fought against the Red Army until the end of the war as a soldier in the 5th SS Panzer Division 'Wiking' and SS Regiment Besslein, with which he participated in the epic defence of Breslau. This title tells Verton's story. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: HBWQ; JW. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 18. Weight: 466.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Stackpole Books
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780811735896
- ISBN
- 9780811735896
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 17.49
€ 20.99
€ 17.49
Paperback. The pilots of the US Eighth Air Force's 56th Fighter Group - also known as Zemke's Wolfpack - took to the skies above Europe in their P-47 Thunderbolt fighters, escorting bombers into Germany, dogfighting with the Luftwaffe, and conducting ground-attack missions. This title provides the story of this World War II's successful fighter outfit. Num Pages: 288 pages, 85 b/w photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBLW; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 154 x 18. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Stackpole Books United States
- Edition
- First Paperback Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780811736114
- ISBN
- 9780811736114
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 17.50
€ 20.99
€ 17.50
Paperback. " The War to End All Wars is considered by many to be the best single account of America's participation in World War I. Covering famous battles, the birth of the air force, naval engagements, the War Department, and experiences of the troops, this indispensable volume is again available in paperback for students and general readers. Num Pages: 440 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HBG; HBJD; HBWN; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 642.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Edition
- New ed
- Number of pages
- 440
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813109558
- ISBN
- 9780813109558
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.34
€ 39.34
The memoir of a woman who served not only in the Women's Army A uxiliary Corps but the American Red Cross as well during both World War II and the ensuing occupation. Num Pages: 211 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBG; HBWQ; JFSJ1; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 211
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813118666
- ISBN
- 9780813118666
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 34.11
€ 34.11
James H. Toner is professor of international relations and military ethics at the U.S. Air War College and author of Morals Under the Gun. Num Pages: 218 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 15. Weight in Grams: 427.
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813118819
- ISBN
- 9780813118819
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.44
€ 45.44
An examination of the climate of the American home front in the months leading up to V-J Day. Num Pages: 272 pages, 11ill. BIC Classification: 1FP; 1KBB; HBJF; HBJK; HBWQ; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 158 x 22. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813119878
- ISBN
- 9780813119878
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.09
€ 50.09
In the 12 months centred around the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, a diverse group of American and British flyers fought a remarkable air campaign. This text gathers a group of memoirs that include the commanders' versions and the accounts of those who flew the planes. Num Pages: 208 pages, 30 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJH; BG; HBJF; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 263.
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121154
- ISBN
- 9780813121154
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.55
€ 41.55
A history of the U.S. armoured forces from the advent of the tank in battle during World War I to the campaign to drive Iraq out of Kuwait in 1991. This book chronicles the impact of mechanization on the U.S. army and U.S. Marine Corps. Editor(s): Hofmann, George F.; Starry, Donn A. Num Pages: 656 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBT; JWD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1089.
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 656
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121307
- ISBN
- 9780813121307
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 97.11
€ 97.11
The US has long exploited Earth's orbit to enhance security, generate wealth, and reinforce its position as a world leader, but is ambivalent towards military activities in space. This book sees this as undermining the future security of the US, and suggests how to meet national security demands. Num Pages: 394 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JPQB; JPS; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 747.
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813121987
- ISBN
- 9780813121987
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 39.34
€ 39.34
This work argues that living history, even if it is an incomplete depiction of the past, plays a vital role in stimulating the historical imagination. It examines how one of the most popular fields of history is portrayed, embraced, and shaped by mainstream culture. Num Pages: 288 pages, 20 photographs, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBG; HBJK; JFCA; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813122403
- ISBN
- 9780813122403
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 49.96
€ 49.96
The global threat of nuclear weapons is a key policy issue. Using a variety of sources, Busch offers a detailed examination of nuclear programmes around the world as well as assessing the current debates in international relations over the associated risks. Num Pages: 560 pages, 4 photographs. BIC Classification: JPSF; JWMN; RNQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 152 x 31. Weight in Grams: 812.
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813123233
- ISBN
- 9780813123233
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 81.79
€ 81.79
Recounts the evolution and development of the US Army's modern mechanized cavalry and the doctrines necessary to use it effectively, and explores the debates over how best to use cavalry. Illustrated with many photographs, maps, and charts, this book examines how technology revolutionized US forces in the twentieth century. Num Pages: 512 pages, 96 photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; HBW; JWD. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 46. Weight in Grams: 989.
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Edition
- annotated ed
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124032
- ISBN
- 9780813124032
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.71
€ 53.71
Hardcover. Offers an argument for the principles of moral democratic realism that inspired the Bush administration's policy of regime change in Iraq. This work connects the Bush Doctrine and modern issues in American foreign policy to the deeper tradition of American diplomacy, drawing from positive lessons as well as cautionary tales from the past. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 1KBB; 3JMC; JPQB; JPS; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 534.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813124346
- ISBN
- 9780813124346
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 45.62
€ 45.62
The opening months of 1951 comprised the first winter of the Korean War, and the fighting was as intense as the weather. This book analyzes this significant period and its effects on the remainder of the war. It is the first of three volumes about the Korean War that focus on combat experiences at the ground level. Editor(s): Bowers, William T. Series: AN AUSA Title, Battles and Campaigns Series. Num Pages: 384 pages, 45 photographs, 35 maps. BIC Classification: 1FPK; 3JJPG; HBWS1; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813125084
- ISBN
- 9780813125084
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.07
€ 56.07
Hardcover. Features the experiences of American, Chinese, Russian, Korean, and Vietnamese veterans from the Vietnam War, representing the views of both anti-Communist and Communist participants, including Chinese officers of the PLA, a Russian missile-training instr Num Pages: 296 pages, 22 photos, 11 maps. BIC Classification: 1FMV; BGH; HBWS2; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813125923
- ISBN
- 9780813125923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.24
€ 40.24
Paperback. Num Pages: 488 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JWXR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 637.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 488
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813134604
- ISBN
- 9780813134604
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.16
€ 35.16
Editor(s): Hoffenaar, Jan; Kruger, Dieter. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: HBW; JWK; TTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 163 x 30. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813136516
- ISBN
- 9780813136516
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.60
€ 45.60
The Influence of Air Power Upon History. Statesmanship, Diplomacy and ...
. Ed(S): Higham, Robin; Parillo, Mark P.
Editor(s): Higham, Robin; Parillo, Mark P. Num Pages: 304 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 572.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813136745
- ISBN
- 9780813136745
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 51.13
€ 51.13
Series: Studies in Conflict, Diplomacy and Peace. Num Pages: 244 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBW; JPHC; JWG; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813144955
- ISBN
- 9780813144955
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.92
€ 35.92
Series: Association of the United States Army Foreign Military Studies. Num Pages: 504 pages, black & white illustrations, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1FBH; HBWS; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1021.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 504
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813150802
- ISBN
- 9780813150802
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.55
€ 53.55
Paperback. While serving as a crew chief aboard a U.S. Air Force Rescue helicopter, Airman First Class William A. Robinson was shot down and captured in Ha Tinh Province, North Vietnam. Robinson endured 2,703 days in multiple North Vietnamese prison camps. In The Longest Rescue , Glenn Robins tells Robinson's story using an array of sources. Num Pages: 296 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; BGH; HBWS2; JWXR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 525.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813166216
- ISBN
- 9780813166216
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.01
€ 26.01
Paperback. Since the publication of the first edition of Why Air Forces Fail, the debate over airpower's role in military operations has only intensified. Historians Robin Higham and Stephen J. Harris assemble a team of experts to add essential new details to their cautionary tale for current practitioners of aerial warfare. Editor(s): Higham, Robin; Harris, Stephen J. Num Pages: 450 pages, 27 black & white photographs. BIC Classification: 3JJ; 3JM; HBG; HBLW; HBW; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 688.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813167510
- ISBN
- 9780813167510
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.37
€ 46.37
Paperback. Num Pages: 432 pages, 10 maps. BIC Classification: JWKT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 526.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- University Press of Kentucky
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813190952
- ISBN
- 9780813190952
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.61
€ 61.61