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paperback. Commanders at sea struggle with the unpredictability of natural elements and with a shroud of uncertainty often referred to as the "fog of war". Over the centuries, most admirals tried to find in new technologies a means to assert centralized control over their forces. This work observes five centuries of dramatic encounters under sail and steam. Num Pages: 400 pages, 12 maps. BIC Classification: 3J; HBTM; JWF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 146 x 25. Weight in Grams: 518.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Edition
- New Ed
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674024113
- ISBN
- 9780674024113
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 31.90
€ 37.99
€ 31.90
Paperback. Ephraim Kam observes surprise attack through the eyes of its victim in order to understand the causes of the victim's failure to anticipate the coming of war. Num Pages: 304 pages, 1 line illustration. BIC Classification: JWKF; JWKT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 349.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674013544
- ISBN
- 9780674013544
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 34.92
€ 41.99
€ 34.92
A contemporary primer on the leading arguments about U.S. national security, National Security Dilemmas addresses the major challenges and opportunities that are live-issue areas for American policymakers and strategists today. Colin S. Gray provides an in-depth analysis of a policy and strategy for deterrence; the long-term U.S. Num Pages: 334 pages. BIC Classification: JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 617.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Potomac Books Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 334
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597972628
- ISBN
- 9781597972628
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.38
€ 66.38
Presents a history of the critical campaigns of World War II that highlights the "visible" turning point battles of the war in 1942 and 1943. By focusing not only on what happened but also on why, Alan Levine's in-depth approach to the subject questions whether the Axis ever had any hope of winning the war. Num Pages: 348 pages, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBLW; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 163 x 227 x 32. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Potomac Books Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597977111
- ISBN
- 9781597977111
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.50
€ 38.50
Private military contractors, especially those in Iraq, have taken on far more than their original mandates required. Initially intended for combat support, they have become full-fledged warriors, many with little experience, scant oversight, and no accountability to the rules of engagement that constrain the U.S. military and coalition forces. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HBW; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Potomac Books Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781597972383
- ISBN
- 9781597972383
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 28.75
€ 32.99
€ 28.75
Paperback. Describes the design and development of the two opponents, the Panther and the T-34, analysing their strengths and weaknesses and assessing their tactics, weaponry and training. This book gives an insight into the lives of the tank crews themselves who were caught up in the largest land conflict of World War II. Series: Duel. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1DVUK; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWD; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 185 x 7. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846031496
- ISBN
- 9781846031496
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.60
€ 20.99
€ 19.60
Paperback. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, 25 colour illustrations, 16 colour plates. BIC Classification: BGHA; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 124 x 25. Weight in Grams: 366.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Spellmount Publishers Ltd
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752499109
- ISBN
- 9780752499109
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.63
€ 23.99
€ 20.63
Paperback. The essays that comprise this collection examine the development and influence of the British General Staff from the late Victorian period until the eve of World War II. They trace the changes in the staff that influenced British military strategy and subsequent operations on the battlefield. Editor(s): French, David; Reid, Brian Holden. Num Pages: 260 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 156 x 29. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781138881969
- ISBN
- 9781138881969
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.42
€ 66.42
paperback. Photographic guide to the German elite pathfinders during World World II Num Pages: 72 pages. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 261 x 6. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Aviation
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781848327979
- ISBN
- 9781848327979
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 12.53
€ 17.99
€ 12.53
hardcover. Num Pages: 228 pages, Over 250. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJP; HBW; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 308 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1394.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Hikoki Publications
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781902109534
- ISBN
- 9781902109534
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 6.49
€ 6.49
hardcover. A well-researched history of combat bi-planes during WWII penned by respected aviation historian, Peter C. Smith. Num Pages: 304 pages, 16pp mono plates. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 242 x 35. Weight in Grams: 710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Aviation
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781783400546
- ISBN
- 9781783400546
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 8.29
€ 29.99
€ 8.29
hardcover. Covers Rome's centuries-long struggles with the tribal people of Europe - Celts, Germans and Iberians. Clear, accessible, fast-paced narrative of the campaigns and battles. Num Pages: 240 pages, 8pp plate section. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; HBLA; HBW; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 289 x 241 x 28. Weight in Grams: 574.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Military
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781473823884
- ISBN
- 9781473823884
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 29.99€ 8.29
€ 29.99
€ 8.29
Paperback. "In the year 216 B.C., Hannibal of Carthage, faced with an opposing Roman army twice the size of his own, outwitted the enemy at Cannae by means of a strategy which has become a classic of its kind. As" Num Pages: 288 pages, 27 illustrations, 10 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAR; BGH; HBJD; HBLA; JWL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 202 x 127 x 18. Weight in Grams: 342.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780306804984
- ISBN
- 9780306804984
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 22.64
€ 25.99
€ 22.64
paperback. This book is part of the "Hitler's War Machine" series, a new military history range compiled and edited by Emmy Award winning author and historian Bob Carruthers. Num Pages: 86 pages, Approximately 60 B&W Images. BIC Classification: 1DFG; HBWQ; JWMV1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Military
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781781592090
- ISBN
- 9781781592090
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 6.49
€ 19.99
€ 6.49
paperback. Editor(s): Warren, Jason W. Series: Warfare and Culture. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBW; JPA; JWK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- NYU Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9781479875573
- ISBN
- 9781479875573
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 6.49
€ 19.99
€ 6.49
hardcover. Num Pages: 432 pages, 75 b/w photos. BIC Classification: HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 258 x 209 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1184.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Stackpole Books
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780811705264
- ISBN
- 9780811705264
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 6.49
€ 6.49
Paperback. Nicknamed 'The Desert Fox' for his cunning command of the Afrika Korps, Erwin Rommel remains one of the most popular and studied of Germany's World War II commanders. This book looks at the life of this daring soldier, focusing on his style of command and the tactical decisions that earned him his fearsome reputation. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Command. Num Pages: 64 pages, ill. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJ; HBWN; HBWQ; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 5. Weight in Grams: 220.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846036859
- ISBN
- 9781846036859
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.57
€ 19.99
€ 18.57
Paperback. An exploration of the battles and tactics of the air war in the Pacific, including discussion of combatants, their morale, their planes, living conditions, and leadership. Num Pages: 752 pages, illustrations portraits, maps. BIC Classification: 1QSPS; 3JJH; HBG; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 157 x 54. Weight in Grams: 928.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The Perseus Books Group United States
- Edition
- Complete Numbers Starting with 1, 1st Ed
- Number of pages
- 752
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813338699
- ISBN
- 9780813338699
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.99€ 45.85
€ 46.99
€ 45.85
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Anness Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Slp Ill
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780754820888
- ISBN
- 9780754820888
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.25
€ 26.25
Paperback. The German assault gun was originally designed for infantry support but changing conditions on the battlefield forced it to adapt to other roles, notably as a tank destroyer. This volume details the gun's technical development, illustrated with a two-page annotated cutaway. Illustrator(s): Badrocke, Mike. Series: Osprey New Vanguard S. Num Pages: 48 pages, 17 colour and 40 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; JWD; JWMV; TTMW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 165 x 4. Weight in Grams: 164.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 48
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841760049
- ISBN
- 9781841760049
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.50
€ 17.99
€ 16.50