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Château Thierry & Belleau Wood 1918
America’s baptism of fire on the Marne
Château Thierry & Belleau Wood 1918
America’s baptism of fire on the Marne
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Description
A detailed, yet concise, exploration of the US Army's entrance into the Great War.
In May and June 1918 the newly arrived American Expeditionary Force fought two actions that helped defeat the last German offensive of World War I. At Château Thierry a combined French and American force stopped the Germans from crossing the Marne River. Building on this success the US 2nd Division stopped the German advance on Paris and were given the task of recapturing Belleau Wood.
First-hand accounts, photographs, and detailed maps dramatically bring to life these key battles, America's baptism of fire in World War I.
Table of Contents
Chronology
Opposing Commanders
Opposing Armies
Opposing Plans
America Enters the War
Chateau-Thierry and Belleau Wood
Aftermath
The Battlefield Today
Bibiliography
Index
Product details
Published | Sep 20 2012 |
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Format | Ebook (Epub & Mobi) |
Edition | 1st |
Extent | 96 |
ISBN | 9781782004141 |
Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
Illustrations | 72 b/w; 4 col |
Series | Campaign |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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Reviews
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This book makes you want to learn more about the initial American offensives of WWI... [it] is highly recommended for anyone interested in American's combat efforts in the First World War.
Indy Squadron Dispatch
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Included in the recount are first-hand accounts, photos and maps -- in both black and white and full color -- lending to an outstanding survey for specialized, in-depth collections where World War I history is a focus.
Midwest Book Review
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...is an excellent addition to the Osprey campaign series. It is recommended for readers who have interest in World War I as it covers the battles in question with superb descriptions and informative maps, pictures and color plates. Beyond the specific battles, the book covers the build up to the battles with pertinent insights into the makeup and goals of both sides as they approached the battle.
The Wargamer

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