Yves Buffetaut Libri

A highly illustrated account of the battle of the Falaise Pocket, Normandy 1944. číst celé

The book features stunning aerial photographs captured by a skilled photographer, showcasing breathtaking landscapes and unique perspectives from above. Accompanying these visuals are insightful captions provided by a renowned historian, offering context and depth to each image. Together, the photographs and narratives create a compelling exploration of geography, history, and the interplay between nature and human development.

Looks at the crucial period after the Red Army's success at Moscow when Germany was preparing for all-out attack across the entire Russian front, which was to end with disaster at Stalingrad.

A fully illustrated history of the 2nd SS-Panzer 'Das Reich' Division, from their pre-war formation, through the Blitzkrieg campaigns and Barbarossa to Normandy and their final surrender in May 1945.

This volume in the Casemate Illustrated series looks at the reasons why the German counteroffensive in the Ardennes in 1944 failed. číst celé

This volume in the Casemate Illustrated series examines the Waffen-SS panzer divisions during July 1944 in Normandy, including Operations Goodwood and Cobra.

Focusing on the intense and pivotal Battle of Verdun, this book provides a comprehensive exploration of the events that unfolded during World War I. It features 80 detailed photographs that capture the essence of the battle, alongside a guidebook that offers insights and context. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the strategies, experiences, and historical significance of one of the war's longest and bloodiest confrontations.

The narrative unfolds the harrowing events of the first gas attack during World War I on April 22, 1915, detailing the chaos and fear experienced by soldiers on the front lines. Through a meticulously crafted hour-by-hour account, it captures the devastating impact of chemical warfare, showcasing the strategic implications and the human cost of this brutal tactic. The vivid descriptions immerse readers in the historical context, highlighting the innovation and horror of warfare during this pivotal moment in history.

Paratroopers of 101st Airborne were tasked with several objectives on D-Day, including securing the exits from Utah Beach, which they acheived against the odds. In the days after D-Day, the 101st attacked German-held Carentan. This fully illustrated volume examines the actions of the 101st in Normandy.

A 32-page monograph on the world’s first tanks, from the Infantry Tank Mark I used in September 1916 on the Somme and the famous Mark IV of the battle of Cambrai in November 1917, to the Mark V, the King of the battlefields during the summer and autumn 1918 (the Hundred Days). With colour profiles, maps and WW1 photographs.