Guts & Glory: The Epic Story of World War II
World War II was the most important conflict in human history. It was a global war that involved more than 30 countries and spanned six continents. It was a war of unprecedented scale and ferocity, a war that claimed the lives of more than 60 million people.
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Language | : | English |
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Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 369 pages |
Guts & Glory is the definitive account of World War II. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with hundreds of veterans, historians, and experts, "Guts & Glory" tells the story of the war from every angle, from the beaches of Normandy to the deserts of North Africa, from the skies over Europe to the jungles of the Pacific.
It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and triumph, a story that will forever shape our world.
The Road to War
The roots of World War II can be traced back to the Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I in 1918. The treaty was harsh on Germany, and it left many Germans feeling resentful and humiliated. This resentment would eventually lead to the rise of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party.
Hitler came to power in 1933, and he quickly began to rearm Germany. He also began to make aggressive moves against Germany's neighbors, including Austria and Czechoslovakia. In 1939, Hitler invaded Poland, and World War II began.
The War in Europe
The war in Europe was fought on a massive scale. The Germans invaded Poland, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Norway. The British and French responded by sending troops to France, but the Germans quickly defeated them. By the summer of 1940, the Germans controlled most of Western Europe.
In June 1941, the Germans invaded the Soviet Union. The Soviets were initially caught off guard, but they eventually rallied and fought back. The war on the Eastern Front was the largest and deadliest conflict in human history.
In 1944, the Allies invaded Normandy, France. The invasion was a success, and the Allies began to push the Germans back. In May 1945, the Germans surrendered, and the war in Europe was over.
The War in the Pacific
The war in the Pacific began in December 1941, when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise attack, and it crippled the U.S. Pacific Fleet.
The Japanese quickly followed up on their attack on Pearl Harbor by invading the Philippines, Malaya, and other Pacific islands. The Japanese were initially successful, but the U.S. Navy eventually began to turn the tide of the war.
In August 1945, the United States dropped atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The atomic bombs caused widespread devastation and killed hundreds of thousands of people. Japan surrendered shortly after the atomic bombings, and the war in the Pacific was over.
The Legacy of World War II
World War II was a watershed event in human history. It was a war of unprecedented scale and ferocity, a war that claimed the lives of more than 60 million people.
The war left a lasting legacy on the world. It led to the creation of the United Nations, which was founded to prevent future wars. It also led to the Cold War, which was a decades-long struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union.
The war also had a profound impact on the United States. It led to the country's rise to global superpower status. It also led to the civil rights movement, which fought for racial equality in the United States.
World War II was a tragedy, but it also led to some positive developments. It led to the creation of the United Nations, which has helped to prevent future wars. It also led to the civil rights movement, which has fought for racial equality in the United States.
Guts & Glory: The Epic Story of World War II
Guts & Glory is the definitive account of World War II. Drawing on extensive research and interviews with hundreds of veterans, historians, and experts, "Guts & Glory" tells the story of the war from every angle, from the beaches of Normandy to the deserts of North Africa, from the skies over Europe to the jungles of the Pacific.
It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and triumph, a story that will forever shape our world.
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 51616 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 369 pages |
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4.7 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 51616 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 369 pages |