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Remarkable Journeys of the Second World War

Author : Victoria Panton Bacon
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 0750995904
Total Pages : 259 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (59 download)

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Download or read book Remarkable Journeys of the Second World War written by Victoria Panton Bacon and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Those who lived through the Second World War have many stories of bravery, sadness, horror, doubt and longing. Inspired by conversations with veterans following the publication of her grandfather's wartime memoir, Victoria Panton Bacon has gathered a moving collection of their experiences. Their recollections tell of a different time and reveal the courage, actions and sentiments of those whose wartime experiences changed the course of history; stories of ordinary people who lived under the long shadows cast by the war and whose young lives were changed irrevocably. Though many tales are sad, describing being sent into war and the loss of friends and family, there are also stories of joy and love found in the darkest of times. For them, war, the ultimate leveller, threw them into remarkable times, whether they were a merchant seaman, army officer, pilot, young Jewish girl, code breaker or Home Guard recruit. From one extraordinary story to the next, Remarkable Journeys of the Second World War immerses the reader in the lives of real people who lived through conflict.

Remarkable Women of the Second World War

Author : Victoria Panton Bacon
Publisher : The History Press
ISBN 13 : 1803990880
Total Pages : 236 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book Remarkable Women of the Second World War written by Victoria Panton Bacon and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2022-06-16 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They were told to hold the fort. They did far more than that. When the Second World War broke out, the task of keeping society afloat fell on the shoulders of the women left behind. Women the world over stepped into boots they'd never worn before – becoming engineers, labourers and intelligence experts. Their houses were razed to the ground, they fled their enemy-occupied countries and they picked up guns to defend their homes, but their stories are rarely told. Remarkable Women of the Second World War is a collection of twelve of these stories, all carefully gathered and retold by Victoria Panton Bacon. These are the stories of Galina Russian navigator who flew on the front line for the Red Army alongside the feared Night Witches; Ena, an ATA engineer who didn't think much of the Spitfires and Hurricanes she worked on; and Lee, a Jewish girl who fled Frankfurt and arrived in Coventry on a Kindertransport train. These women weren't remarkable because of high rank or status, but because of their grit, resilience and determination. These are the tales of ordinary women who did extraordinary things.

Time Cat

Author : Lloyd Alexander
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780805072709
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (727 download)

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Download or read book Time Cat written by Lloyd Alexander and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2003-04 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jason and his magic cat Gareth travel through time to visit countries all over the world during different periods of history.

Accidental Journey

Author : Mark Lynton
Publisher : Overlook Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Accidental Journey written by Mark Lynton and published by Overlook Books. This book was released on 1995 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Cambridge Internee's Memoir of World War II,Tells the amusing and amazing story of Mark,Lynton, born Max Otto Ludwig Loewenstein, a German,Jew from a privileged background who attended,Cambridge University on the eve of World War II.,Interned as an alien he was later released and,joined the Intelligence Corps.

Six Weeks of Blenheim Summer

Author : Alastair Panton
Publisher : Biteback Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1849547750
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (495 download)

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Download or read book Six Weeks of Blenheim Summer written by Alastair Panton and published by Biteback Publishing. This book was released on 2014-07-22 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Six Weeks of Blenheim Summer is a vivid and lyrical memoir of life as an RAF reconnaissance pilot in France during the hellish summer of 1940. It brings to life the fear, loneliness and pain that Alastair Panton and his comrades came to live with during those long weeks, as well as the bravery, camaraderie and humanity that made those unpredictable days more bearable. The aeroplane Panton captained throughout this intense period was a Bristol Blenheim Mark IV. He saw the Blenheim as his friend and saviour. It was the vehicle from which he and his crew were able to spot the enemy and save lives, repeatedly withstanding shooting and bombardment to facilitate dramatic landings and rescues. Yet despite these heroic adventures, culminating in his being shot down a fourth time, captured and made a prisoner of war, Panton describes Six Weeks of Blenheim Summer as a story of failure. Whilst he survived, so many of his friends and comrades did not, and this grief never left him. Panton's extraordinary book, written in the aftermath of the war but discovered posthumously, is edited and introduced by his granddaughter Victoria Panton Bacon. A candid and gripping read, this is very much the story of a pilot and his plane.

Great Escapes

Author : Scott Christianson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781554075065
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (75 download)

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Download or read book Great Escapes written by Scott Christianson and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A stunning visual record of the world's most audacious and compelling escapes and escape attempts.

The Hidden Legacy of World War II

Author : Carol Schultz Vento
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (881 download)

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Download or read book The Hidden Legacy of World War II written by Carol Schultz Vento and published by . This book was released on 2024-06-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Carol Schultz Vento recounts the post-World War II years of her famous father "Dutch" Schultz. Daughters, fathers and war - three words seldom used together. In "The Hidden Legacy of World War II: A Daughter's Journey", Carol Schultz Vento weaves life with her paratrooper father into the larger narrative of World War II and the homecoming of the Greatest Generation. The book describes the seldom told story of how the war trauma of World War II impacted one family. This personal story is combined with the author's thorough research and investigation of the reality for those World War II veterans who could not forget the horrors of war. This nonfiction work fills in the missing pieces of the commonly accepted societal view of World War II veterans as stoic and unwavering, a true but incomplete portrait of that generation of warrior. About the author: Carol Schultz Vento is a former Political Science professor and attorney. She is a graduate of Temple University and Rutgers University School of Law. She is the daughter of 82nd Airborne World War II veteran Arthur "Dutch" Schultz. Carol is a native of Philadelphia and lives in Palmyra, New Jersey.

X Troop

Author : Leah Garrett
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 0358177421
Total Pages : 373 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (581 download)

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Download or read book X Troop written by Leah Garrett and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2021-05-25 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WALL STREET JOURNAL BOOK OF THE MONTH "This is the incredible World War II saga of the German-Jewish commandos who fought in Britain’s most secretive special-forces unit—but whose story has gone untold until now." —Wall Street Journal “Brilliantly researched, utterly gripping history: the first full account of a remarkable group of Jewish refugees—a top-secret band of brothers—who waged war on Hitler.”—Alex Kershaw, New York Times best-selling author of The Longest Winter and The Liberator The incredible World War II saga of the German-Jewish commandos who fought in Britain’s most secretive special-forces unit—but whose story has gone untold until now June 1942. The shadow of the Third Reich has fallen across the European continent. In desperation, Winston Churchill and his chief of staff form an unusual plan: a new commando unit made up of Jewish refugees who have escaped to Britain. The resulting volunteers are a motley group of intellectuals, artists, and athletes, most from Germany and Austria. Many have been interned as enemy aliens, and have lost their families, their homes—their whole worlds. They will stop at nothing to defeat the Nazis. Trained in counterintelligence and advanced combat, this top secret unit becomes known as X Troop. Some simply call them a suicide squad. Drawing on extensive original research, including interviews with the last surviving members, Leah Garrett follows this unique band of brothers from Germany to England and back again, with stops at British internment camps, the beaches of Normandy, the battlefields of Italy and Holland, and the hellscape of Terezin concentration camp—the scene of one of the most dramatic, untold rescues of the war. For the first time, X Troop tells the astonishing story of these secret shock troops and their devastating blows against the Nazis. “Garrett’s detective work is stunning, and her storytelling is masterful. This is an original account of Jewish rescue, resistance, and revenge.”—Wendy Lower, author of The Ravine and National Book Award finalist Hitler’s Furies

My Journey Through War World II

Author : Maria Mullally
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781495181191
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (811 download)

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Download or read book My Journey Through War World II written by Maria Mullally and published by . This book was released on 2015-11-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Hugging the Shore

Author : John Updike
Publisher : Random House Trade Paperbacks
ISBN 13 : 0812983785
Total Pages : 897 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (129 download)

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Download or read book Hugging the Shore written by John Updike and published by Random House Trade Paperbacks. This book was released on 2013-01-15 with total page 897 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD “Writing criticism is to writing fiction and poetry as hugging the shore is to sailing in the open sea,” writes John Updike in his Foreword to this collection of literary considerations. But the sailor doth protest too much: This collection begins somewhere near deep water, with a flotilla of short fiction, humor pieces, and personal essays, and even the least of the reviews here—those that “come about and draw even closer to the land with another nine-point quotation”—are distinguished by a novelist’s style, insight, and accuracy, not just surface sparkle. Indeed, as James Atlas commented, the most substantial critical articles, on Melville, Hawthorne, and Whitman, go out as far as Updike’s fiction: They are “the sort of ambitious scholarly reappraisal not seen in this country since the death of Edmund Wilson.” With Hugging the Shore, Michiko Kakutani wrote, Updike established himself “as a major and enduring critical voice; indeed, as the pre-eminent critic of his generation.”

The Stars My Blanket

Author : Beryl Smeeton
Publisher : TouchWood Editions
ISBN 13 : 9780920663394
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (633 download)

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Download or read book The Stars My Blanket written by Beryl Smeeton and published by TouchWood Editions. This book was released on 1995 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After the restrictions of an Edwardian girlhood, Beryl Smeeton cherished the freedom to travel alone, and became a globetrotter on an epic scale. Just before the Second World War, she completed two remarkable journeys: a thousand-mile trek on horseback in the eastern foothills of the Andes; and a hike through the hilly jungles of Burma and Thailand. When Beryl married Miles Smeeton, she continued her adventures, on land and aboard the Smeeton's famous yacht, Tzu Hang. This is her second book about her travels.

Winter Shoes in Springtime

Author : Beryl Smeeton
Publisher : TouchWood Editions
ISBN 13 : 9780920663387
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (633 download)

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Download or read book Winter Shoes in Springtime written by Beryl Smeeton and published by TouchWood Editions. This book was released on 1995 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tag along with Elizabeth, forager and food writer extraordinaire, on a lively personal tour of her favourite food products, speciality shops and eating establishments on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

Remarkable Journey of Mr Prins

Author : Aletta Stevens
Publisher : eBook Partnership
ISBN 13 : 1839521392
Total Pages : 359 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (395 download)

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Download or read book Remarkable Journey of Mr Prins written by Aletta Stevens and published by eBook Partnership. This book was released on 2020-04-23 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The greatest journeys are escapes. Night-time, suitcases of cash, chaos, the final burning of papers. 56 people flee in a small boat. In 1940, as exiled Dutchman Eli Prins arrives in England and makes his way to Bath, he instigates a longer journey, one from war and uncertainty to safety and solidarity. Based on personal testimonies and unpublished sources in English and Dutch, this book vividly reconstructs the experience of war in Alkmaar and Bath. It is a story told in full for the first time: how the Jews are expelled from Alkmaar; the fate of Eli's parents; the Bath Blitz; and then in 1945, after the Dutch Hunger Winter, how the people of Bath chose to help Alkmaar and its children. This is both a local story and a European one, written not just to commemorate history, but also to remind ourselves that we still need such heroic and uplifting stories.

Travels with Myself and Another

Author : Martha Gellhorn
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9781585420902
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (29 download)

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Download or read book Travels with Myself and Another written by Martha Gellhorn and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2001-05-07 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now including a foreward by Bill Buford and photographs of Gellhorn with Hemingway, Dorothy Parker, Madame Chiang Kai-shek, Gary Cooper, and others, this new edition rediscovers the voice of an extraordinary woman and brings back into print an irresistibly entertaining classic. "Martha Gellhorn was so fearless in a male way, and yet utterly capable of making men melt," writes New Yorker literary editor Bill Buford. As a journalist, Gellhorn covered every military conflict from the Spanish Civil War to Vietnam and Nicaragua. She also bewitched Eleanor Roosevelt's secret love and enraptured Ernest Hemingway with her courage as they dodged shell fire together. Hemingway is, of course, the unnamed "other" in the title of this tart memoir, first published in 1979, in which Gellhorn describes her globe-spanning adventures, both accompanied and alone. With razor-sharp humor and exceptional insight into place and character, she tells of a tense week spent among dissidents in Moscow; long days whiled away in a disused water tank with hippies clustered at Eilat on the Red Sea; and her journeys by sampan and horse to the interior of China during the Sino-Japanese War.

A History of the Second World War

Author : B. H. Liddell Hart
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 1447209672
Total Pages : 993 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (472 download)

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Download or read book A History of the Second World War written by B. H. Liddell Hart and published by Pan Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-11-19 with total page 993 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1970, the year after his death, Liddell Hart's History of the Second World War is a highly acclaimed account by one of the greatest military writers of the twentieth century. Providing searing insights and drawing on an unparalleled knowledge of tactics and strategy, it is the culmination of a lifetime's analysis and study. Condensing six bloody years into one volume, Liddell Hart examines the moral and strategic choices made by those in power and the way these decisions affected ordinary soldiers on the ground. With meticulous attention to detail and epic scope, his work is a true classic and indispensable for those seeking to understand this most devastating of conflicts.

Unbroken World War 2

Author : Jozef Breza
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (955 download)

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Download or read book Unbroken World War 2 written by Jozef Breza and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-05-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unbroken World War II: A Gripping Journey through the Untold Stories Step into the pages of history with "Unbroken World War II," an extraordinary account that takes you on an immersive and captivating journey through one of the most tumultuous periods in human history. Delve into the untold stories, forgotten heroes, and defining moments that shaped the course of World War II. From the signing of the Treaty of Versailles to the lightning-fast German expansion, from the harrowing experiences of resistance movements to the liberation of concentration camps, this book meticulously unravels the intricate tapestry of the war, offering fresh perspectives and shedding light on lesser-known aspects of the conflict. Explore the relentless rise of fascism and militarism, the pivotal battles that turned the tides, and the remarkable technological advances that transformed the face of warfare. Witness the heroism and sacrifices of individuals from all walks of life and discover how their resilience and courage shaped the destiny of nations. Immerse yourself in the Pacific Theater's gripping accounts, from the attack on Pearl Harbor to the decisive battles of Midway, Guadalcanal, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Travel to the European Theater and experience the intense struggles, from the Battle of Britain and the Blitz to the monumental operations of D-Day and the liberation of Europe. But "Unbroken World War II" goes beyond a mere retelling of history. It delves deep into the lessons learned from this monumental conflict and their enduring relevance in today's world. Reflect on the impact of the war, the formation of the United Nations, the preservation of human rights, and the importance of international cooperation. Through meticulously researched narratives, vivid descriptions, and powerful accounts of individuals who shaped the course of history, this book brings the past to life, transporting you to the battlefields, the home fronts, and the hearts of those who lived through this defining era. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a student of humanity's triumphs and tragedies, or simply seeking a gripping tale of resilience and the indomitable human spirit, "Unbroken World War II" is a must-read. It will leave you inspired, enlightened, and forever changed, reminding us all of the extraordinary strength that can arise from the darkest of times. Join us on this unbroken journey through World War II and discover the untold stories that deserve to be heard.

The battle of Britishness

Author : Tony Kushner
Publisher : Manchester University Press
ISBN 13 : 1526130386
Total Pages : 329 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (261 download)

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Download or read book The battle of Britishness written by Tony Kushner and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This pioneering study of migrant journeys to Britain begins with Huguenot refugees in the 1680s and continues to asylum seekers and east European workers today. Analyzing the history and memory of migrant journeys, covering not only the response of politicians and the public but also literary and artistic representations, then and now, Kushner’s volume sheds new light on the nature and construction of Britishness from the early modern era onwards. It is an essential tool for those wanting to understand why people come to Britain (or are denied entry) and how migrants have been viewed by state and society alike. The journeys covered vary from the famous (including the Empire Windrush in 1948) to the obscure, such as the Volga German transmigrants passing through Britain in the 1870s. While employing a broadly historical approach, Kushner incorporates insights from many other disciplines and employs a comparative methodology to highlight the importance of the symbolic as well as the physical nature of such journeys.