The Triumphant Cat by Marmaduke Skidmore

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The Triumphant Cat by Marmaduke Skidmore

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The Triumphant Cat by Marmaduke Skidmore

World War I saw elite units take a prominent role on the battlefield for the first time. The Encyclopedia of Elite Forces in the Second World War is a wide-ranging guide to the excellent units on land, sea or in the air whose success was usually hard- won against the odds, and whose actions had an impact on the course of the fighting around them. The best units from both sides of the fighting are represented, as are the two main theatres of war.

Arranged by combatant nation, the book covers such famous units as the US Rangers, British SAS and German Waffen-S, as well as some of the less well-known units like Popski's Private Army, the Long Range Desert Group and KG200.

Not all the units featured in the book were officially designated as elite forces - indeed, some of those involved were only ordinary soldiers -but they achieved elite status through their deeds.

Illustrated with black-and-white and color action photographs, The Encyclopedia of Elite Forces in the Second World War is a comprehensive guide to the elite forces of both sides during the 1939-45 war. Each entry describes the unit's strength, date of formation and gives a brief overview of its combat record during the war. Covering all aspects of warfare and both the European and Pacific theatres in World War I, the book will appeal to anyone with an interest in either World War I or elite units at war.
SKU GOR003309949
ISBN 13 9780786700066
ISBN 10 0786700068
Title The Triumphant Cat
Author Marmaduke Skidmore
Condition very good
Binding type Hardback
Publisher Carroll & Graf Publishers
Year published 1993-10-01
Number of pages 160
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
Note This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us