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World War II for dummies / created by Keith D Dickson

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: John Wiley and Sons, 2020Copyright date: ©2020Description: xvii, 412 pages : illustrations ; 24 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781119675532
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • D743 DIC
Contents:
Origins and causes of the War, 1919-1939 Starting the war : the Axis invades and conquers, 1939-1942 Behind enemy lines : nations at war Planning and launching the Allied counterattack, 1942-1943 The long haul, 1944 Starting over : the war's aftereffects, 1945 The part of tens
Summary: "World War II was the most destructive conflict of the 20th century. How did it happen -- and why? Packed with fascinating anecdotes, interesting sidebars, and top ten lists, this friendly reference contains everything you need to know about World War II, from the issues that caused the war to its most crucial confrontations and what happened in the aftermath. Read about important figures on both sides, study Hitler's war against the Jews, and find out how the Allies finally achieved victory. Whatever your interest, World War II For Dummies is your go-to guide."--Page 4 of cover
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Book Book Zvishavane Library Open Shelf D743 DIC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 160184 Available BK148198
Book Book Zvishavane Library Open Shelf D743 DIC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 160186 Available BK148169
Book Book Zvishavane Library Open Shelf D743 DIC (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 160185 Available BK148228

Includes index

Origins and causes of the War, 1919-1939
Starting the war : the Axis invades and conquers, 1939-1942
Behind enemy lines : nations at war
Planning and launching the Allied counterattack, 1942-1943
The long haul, 1944
Starting over : the war's aftereffects, 1945
The part of tens

"World War II was the most destructive conflict of the 20th century. How did it happen -- and why? Packed with fascinating anecdotes, interesting sidebars, and top ten lists, this friendly reference contains everything you need to know about World War II, from the issues that caused the war to its most crucial confrontations and what happened in the aftermath. Read about important figures on both sides, study Hitler's war against the Jews, and find out how the Allies finally achieved victory. Whatever your interest, World War II For Dummies is your go-to guide."--Page 4 of cover

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