Historical Atlas of World War II
examines all the key events of the six-year conflict, with thoroughly researched text accompanied by 170 highly detailed maps. Incredible multimedia profiles of World War II's most significant battles make
the next best thing to a time machine.
With
realistic maps
,
detailed accounts
, and
vibrant illustrations
, the book transports the reader to famous World War II battles. Using state-of-the-art technology, special microchips translated the contours of two-dimensional maps of battlefields into
realistic renderings of actual landscapes
. Illustrators then overlaid these maps with all of the information at their fingertips—troop movement, weapon deployment, terrain conditions, and weather. The book brings to bear all the other available details of each battle, including
battle plans
troop formations
strikes and counter strikes
troop strength
. From this
bird's-eye vantage point
, the reader is able to piece together the big picture of the six-year war and analyze the tactics and strategies at play.
also includes profiles of the commanders, outlining their abilities and backgrounds. Coupled with hundreds of colorful illustrations, the book's detailed maps and wealth of information put the reader in the shoes of a soldier at the
D-Day assault on Omaha beach
, the
Battle of the Bulge
, and the
US dive-bomber attack on Japanese aircraft carriers
. Prepare to see one of the most significant wars of the twentieth century as you've never seen it before. Take a journey through history with the
Historical Atlas Series
. Perfect for any history buff, these beautifully illustrated collections explore the vast histories of different civilizations and historical events. Packed to the brim with incredible maps and charts based on the latest research, anyone can find themselves an expert on the topics covered. Other titles in this series include:
Historical atlas of Judaism
Historical Atlas of Knights and Castles
Historical Atlas of Native Americans
Historical Atlas of North American Railroads
Historical Atlas of The Bible
Historical Atlas of The Celtic World
Historical Atlas of the Civil War
Historical Atlas of Prehistoric Life
Historical Atlas of Religion
Historical Atlas of The Civil War
Historical Atlas of the World at War
Historical Atlas of Weaponry
.