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  Churchill's German Special...

  Paul Moorcraft

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  The existence of German-speaking units fighting for the Allied cause during WW2 has remained largely a well-kept secret. But seventy-five years on these units' contribution to victory needs to be fully acknowledged. 
   
   
   
  Prime Minister Winston Churchill had no qualms about using native German speakers from Austria, Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Germany itself. The majority were Jews who had fled persecution. 
   
   
   
  Two examples of these secret units were X Troop Commandos and the Special Interrogation Group. 
   
   
   
  The SIG men deserve their legendary status. They fought, and often died, wearing Wehmacht uniform. As this book reveals that, after infiltrating Field Marshal Rommel's Afrika Korps, one detachment even drew Nazi pay. Once the existence of SIG units became known, their immediate execution on capture was ordered, unless their temporary reprieve would reveal intelligence under torture. 
   
   
   
  We learn how Churchill's initiative was copied by both Americans and Russians. 
   
   
   
  Post-war SIG and X Troop survivors joined British special forces or were used to hunt down Nazi war criminals. 
   
   
   
  All this and more is covered in this groundbreaking book by a writer who is both a leading historian and foreign correspondent.

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  The Military Reminiscences of...

  Jacob D. Cox

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  Military Reminiscences of the Civil War" in 2 volumes is a personal account written by the Union Army general Jacob D. Cox. The author's aim in this book was to reproduce his own experience in the American Civil War in such a way as to help the reader understand just how the duties and the problems of that great conflict presented themselves successively to a man who had an active part in it from the beginning to the end. This carefully crafted e-artnow ebook is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.
  Volume 1:
  The Outbreak of the War
  Camp Dennison
  Mcclellan in West Virginia
  The Kanawha Valley
  Gauley Bridge
  Carnifex Ferry – To Sewell Mountain and Back
  Cotton Mountain
  Winter- Quarters
  Volunteers and Regulars
  The Mountain Department – Spring Campaign
  Pope in Command – Transfer to Washington
  Retreat within the Lines – Reorganization – Halleck and His Subordinates
  South Mountain
  Antietam: Preliminary Movements
  Antietam: the Fight on the Right
  Antietam: the Fight on the Left
  Mcclellan and Politics – His Removal and Its Cause
  Personal Relations of Mcclellan, Burnside, and Porter
  Return to West Virginia…
  Volume 2:
  Grant in Command – Rosecrans Relieved
  Siege of Knoxville – End of Burnside's Campaign
  Affairs in District of Ohio – Plot to Liberate Prisoners at Johnson's Island
  A Winter Ride on the Cumberland Mountains
  Winter Bivouacs in East Tennessee
  Grant's Visit – The Dandridge Affair
  Winter Quarters in East Tennessee – Preparations for a New Campaign
  Schofield in East Tennessee – Duties as Chief of Staff – Final Operations in the Valley
  Grant, Halleck, and Sherman – Johnston and Mr. Davis
  Atlanta Campaign: Dalton and Resaca
  Atlanta Campaign: Advance to the Etowah
  Atlanta Campaign: New Hope Church and the Kennesaw Lines
  Atlanta Campaign: Marietta Lines – Crossing the Chattahoochee
  Hood's Defence of Atlanta – Results of Its Capture
  The Rest at Atlanta – Staff Organization and Changes…

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  Clandestine Cabals - History's...

  John Harpoon

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  Throughout history, secret societies have captivated the human imagination, their names whispered in shadowy corners, their rituals shrouded in secrecy. These clandestine groups, often operating in the hidden recesses of society, have been associated with the most significant events in world history, from political upheavals to revolutions. Despite the efforts of many to uncover their mysteries, much of what we know about them remains speculative, fueling a fascination that spans generations. But what drives this intrigue? Is it the promise of power, knowledge, or the allure of forbidden truths that draws people to these societies? 
  Secret societies are as old as civilization itself. From the ancient mystery schools of Egypt and Greece to the modern-day shadow organizations influencing global events, these groups have often been at the forefront of societal change, albeit behind the scenes. They are typically defined by their closed membership, strict initiation rites, and exclusive access to knowledge or practices that the outside world is not privy to. This secrecy has often been a point of both fascination and suspicion. Some view these societies as forces of good, safeguarding wisdom or advancing human progress, while others see them as dark, insidious entities working behind closed doors to manipulate world events for their own gain. 
  The historical roots of these secret organizations stretch back to times when religious, political, or philosophical beliefs were closely guarded. Ancient societies, such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, established mystery schools where knowledge was passed down only to those deemed worthy. These teachings often involved esoteric wisdom, such as alchemy, astrology, or sacred geometry, and were believed to hold the key to unlocking hidden truths about the universe and humanity's place within it.

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  Tanker War In the Gulf -...

  Tom Duffy

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  The past four decades have seen a number of United States military interventions in the Middle East, but only one of them is retrospectively seen as a success: Operation Earnest Will, the escort of Kuwaiti tankers through the Persian Gulf in 1987 and 1988. As an officer who participated in this operation who then served in the region as a diplomat, Tom Duffy offers a unique perspective on Earnest Will. He argues that the fact that Earnest Will was a limited war and that it was fought with navies was key to its success. Forty years later, this operation remains relevant to security policy, especially with regard to a potential conflict with China.This new and comprehensive account discusses every aspect of the operation, including the role of other navies in the Gulf at the time. Relevant strategic and political elements are covered, such as parallel activities in the United Nations Security Council and the role of United Nations Security Council Resolutions in ending the war.  Considering the short-, medium-, and long-term impacts of Operation Earnest Will, Duffy explains how this maritime, limited war option illustrates key concepts from classical strategic thinkers, and why it is a demonstrably effective way to advance political goals and an example to keep in mind when facing future challenges in the Middle East and East Asia.

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  The Healing Trauma Workbook for...

  PsyD Helen H. Hsu

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  If you are an Asian American who has experienced racial violence, verbal harassment, stereotyping, or microaggressions, you might feel like the world is unsafe. You may suffer from anxiety, depression, or painful memories as a result of this trauma. And if you seek help, you may find that Western-trained mental health professionals simply can’t understand your pain and life experiences. This book provides culturally informed treatment methods to help you heal from and fortify yourself against race-based trauma—including intergenerational and historical trauma—and stress. 
   
   
   
  Written by an Asian American psychologist, this workbook blends contemporary psychology with ancient mind-body approaches to help you build resilience in the face of racism, overcome trauma and internalized oppression, reclaim your mental health, and celebrate your heritage. Using skills grounded in culturally informed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and somatic practices from Asian cultures, you'll learn to create a healthy identity, balance your emotions, cultivate a growth mindset, and increase a feeling of connection with your community. You'll also discover tools to help you manage negative thoughts and feelings, identify your values, build resilience in the face of stress, improve relationships, and foster healing in your community.

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  Battle of Crécy The: The History...

  Editors Charles River

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  Although it ended over 550 years ago, the Hundred Years’ War still looms large in the historical consciousness of England and France, even if the name of the famous war is a misnomer. The war was more of a series of separate conflicts between the English and French monarchies, interspersed with periods of peace, and its reputation remains an odd one, in part because its origins were based on royal claims that dated back centuries. Furthermore, the English and French remained adversaries for nearly 400 years after it ended. 
  That said, the war was transformative in many respects, and the impact it had on the geopolitical situation of Europe cannot be overstated. While some might think of the war as being a continuation of the feudal tradition of knights and peasants, the Hundred Years’ War revolutionized European warfare, and it truly helped to usher in the concept of nationalism on the continent. In England, it is remembered as a period of grandeur and success, even though the English lost the war and huge swathes of territory with it, while the French remember it as a strategic victory that ensured the continued independence of France and the denial of English hegemony. The legacy of the war has lived on ever since, helping determine how England became politically severed from the continent, how the knightly chivalric tradition slid into irrelevance, and how battlefield dominance can still leave a nation a loser in war. 
  Indeed, nothing characterized that dominance quite like the campaign that culminated with the Battle of Crécy, where the English used their diverse forces to maximum effect to defeat the French, a victory that allowed the English to eventually take and hold Calais. For about two centuries, Calais would remain the last foothold England retained on the continent, and the famous Tudor King Henry VIII conducted one of the last campaigns of his life in an effort to maintain it. 

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