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'I swear by God this sacred oath that I shall render unconditional obedience to Adolf Hitler, the Führer of the German Reich, supreme commander of the armed forces, and that I shall at all times be prepared, as a brave soldier, to give my life for this oath.' (German armed forces oath of loyalty, instituted 2 August 1934) This extensively illustrated new title from renowned historian, David Stone, describes and analyses every significant aspect of the rise and fall of 'Hitler's Army' within the Wehrmacht from 1933 to 1945, including its creation, organisation, weapons, equipment, training and tactics. The book also considers its conduct in battle and its strengths and weaknesses, together with the motivation, lifestyle, performance and nature of its officers and soldiers, both prior to and during the conflict. Hitler's Army is an essential reference for anyone seeking a definitive explanation and analysis of one of Europe's most formidable fighting forces. It is also a balanced and indispensable aid for those wishing to understand how the much vaunted and apparently unbeatable German army that went to war in 1939 and so speedily achieved military pre-eminence in Europe, was consigned just over five years later to total military defeat and the ignominy of unconditional surrender in a devastated, demoralised and shattered Germany.
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| Imprint | Conway |
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| ISBN | 9781844860845 |
| Publication Date | 9 Jul 2009 |
| Format | Hardback |
| Dimensions | 295 x 248 mm (h x w) |
| Page Extent | 288 pages |
| Illustrations | 300 |
| View Inside Pages | Not Yet Available |
| Author | David Stone |
| About the Author | David Stone is a former infantry officer whose military service over 35 years included a diverse range of command, staff and active postings all over the world. Much of his service was in Germany, affording him a unique opportunity to research and write on the German experience of war. His first book with Conway, First Reich, on the Franco-Prussian War, was widely acclaimed. His other Conway books include Battles in Focus: Dien Bien Phu and Wars of the Cold War. |
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