Hitler’s Atlantic Wall: Normandy: Construction and

Hitler’s Atlantic Wall: Normandy: Construction and Destruction (Battleground)

This highly informative book begins with an examination of the background to Germanyâ€™s primary military objectives in relation to the western end of their self-styled â€˜Fortress Europeâ€™ including the early foundation of shore defenses in northern France.

In 1941, there was a switch in emphasis of the Atlantic Wallâ€™s role from attack to defense. Beach defenses became more elaborate and the Nazi-controlled Todt Organization began a massive building program constructing new bunkers and reinforcing existing sites, using forced labor.

Hitler appointed Rommel to formulate Germanyâ€™s anti-invasion plans in early 1944. At the same time the Allies were making extensive studies of the fortifications and preparing for the challenge of overcoming this most formidable of obstacles.

Using, in many cases, previously unpublished accounts of the soldiers on the ground this book follows Britainâ€™s 79th Armored Division, Sir Percy Hobartâ€™s â€˜Funniesâ€™, as they utilized their unique weaponry in support of Allied efforts to ensure the success of the invasion. The author draws on British, American, Canadian and German sources.

Hitlerâ€™s Atlantic Wall â€“ Normandy also includes information on war cemeteries along with travel information and accommodation suggestions and a guide to the relevant museums.
Country USA
Brand Pen & Sword Books
Manufacturer Pen and Sword Military
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber Illustrations
ReleaseDate 2013-08-26
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781783030583

Country	USA
Brand	Pen & Sword Books
Manufacturer	Pen and Sword Military
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	Illustrations
ReleaseDate	2013-08-26
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781783030583

Hitler’s Atlantic Wall: Normandy: Construction and Destruction (Battleground)