The Dieppe Raid
The Allies Assault Upon Hitler s Fortress Europe, August 1942
- Paperback
192 pages
- Release Date
30 July 2023
Summary
As dawn was breaking on the morning of 19 August 1942, Allied troops leapt ashore to the east and west of the French port of Dieppe. These were British commandos accompanied by U.S. Rangers, tasked to silence the German gun batteries that flanked Dieppe. Other troops - the men of the 2nd Canadian Division - landed closer to Dieppe to capture the German positions that overlooked the port while, minutes later, the main body of the predominantly Canadian assaulting force began clambering from la…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781399067201 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1399067206 |
| Author: | John Grehan, Alexander Nicoll |
| Publisher: | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Frontline Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 192 |
| Release Date: | 30 July 2023 |
| Weight: | 574g |
| Dimensions: | 16mm x 189mm x 245mm |
| Series: | Images of War |
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Critics Review
”…a truly stunning collection of authentic historical B/W photos whose images and captions provide rare insight into the death and destruction inflicted upon Allied forces during the Dieppe Raid.“– “Midwest Book Review”
“This book was a good overview of a failed operation…full of great information and references for those interested in learning more.”– “AMPS”
“While most Images of War volumes follow the one or two photos per page and captions, this book offers more context due to the increased text. That’s a plus in my book. Nicely written, too, bouncing between the tactical moves and the individual anecdotes.”– “Historical Miniatures Gaming Society”
John Grehan
JOHN GREHAN has written, edited or contributed to more than 300 books and magazine articles covering a wide span of military history from the Iron Age to the recent conflict in Afghanistan. John has also appeared on local and national radio and television to advise on military history topics. John now devotes his time to writing and editing books.
ALEXANDER NICOLL has been involved in writing and publishing military history for thirty years. He began his career with local history, and has since written numerous books and magazine articles, predominantly on subjects relating to the two world wars.
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