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  Mosby's Men

  John Alexander

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  In this rare, exciting eyewitness account, a Confederate soldier reveals what life was really like on the battlefields of the Civil War. Lieutenant John Alexander tells how he joined Colonel Mosby and his infamous rough riders, how they managed their ventures behind enemy lines, and how they evaded capture by the Union troops.

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  Vietnam's Final Air Campaign -...

  Stephen Emerson

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  An account of the last American bombardments that took place over North Vietnam while peace talks struggled in Paris. Includes maps and photos.   On March 30, 1972, some thirty thousand North Vietnamese troops, along with tanks and heavy artillery, surged across the demilitarized zone into South Vietnam in the opening round of Hanoi’s Easter Offensive. By early May, South Vietnamese forces were on the ropes and faltering. Without the support of U.S. combat troops—who were in their final stage of withdrawing from the country—the Saigon government was in danger of total collapse and with it any American hope of a negotiated settlement to the war.   In response, President Richard Nixon called for an aggressive, sustained bombardment of North Vietnam. Code-named Operation Linebacker I, the interdiction effort sought to stem the flow of men and materiel southward, as well as sever all outside supply lines in the first new bombing of the North Vietnamese heartland in nearly four years. To meet the American air armada, North Vietnamese MiG fighters took to the skies and surface-to-air missiles and anti-aircraft fire filled the air from May to October over Hanoi and Haiphong. With the failure of its Easter Offensive to achieve military victory, Hanoi reluctantly returned to the negotiating table in Paris. However, as the peace talks teetered on the edge of collapse in December 1972, Nixon played his trump card: Operation Linebacker II. The resulting twelve-day Christmas bombing campaign unleashed the full wrath of American air power. This book tells the story of these decisive campaigns and how they led, finally, to a ceasefire agreement.

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  The Night Hunter's Prey - The...

  Ian Gordon

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  This is the story of two airmen  an RAF Rear Gunner and a Luftwaffe Pilot. Alexander Ollar was raised in the Highlands of Scotland. He became an exceptional sporting shot and volunteered as an RAF Air Gunner in 1939.  Helmut Lent enrolled for pilot training in the Luftwaffe as soon as he was old enough. Both were men of integrity and honour. Alec completed his first tour of 34 operations with 115 Squadron and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal by the King.  After a year as an instructor, Alec was commissioned and returned to 115 Squadron as Gunnery Leader. He took part in the first 1,000 bomber raid and is described by his Squadron Commander as the best rear gunner he has ever flown with. At the same time Helmut was building up an impressive score of victories as a night fighter pilot and a national hero who was decorated by the Fhrer. In July 1942, just as both men reach the apex of their careers, they meet for the first time in the night skies over Hamburg. As this fascinating book reveals, only one will survive.

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  The Greatest Battles of World...

  Alexander L. Sheppard

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  Harrowing stories of Auschwitz, Pearl Harbor, and D-Day continue to live on, but this unbridled look at The Greatest Battles of World War II explores the lesser-known monstrosities unlike other World War 2 books. 
  World war II did more than just change the fate of world history—in just six years, every corner of the globe became involved in some of the most violent crimes against humanity to ever occur. 
  Whether you have a great fascination for history, or you’re just looking to uncover new facts, The Greatest Battles of World War II paints a picture of the battles of World War 2 and the impact of each on the course of the war and the future of global affairs. 
  Inside The Greatest Battles of World War II, you will discover: 
  ●      major events and battle from the invasion of Poland and Dunkirk to Operation Overlord and the fateful day of June 6, 1944, when Nazi efforts all came crashing down. 
  ●      the intricately planned military and intelligence efforts on the part of the US and its allies, which were key to the victory and end of the war. 
  ●      what the fate of the war might have been if these battles had gone differently, and how even the minutest details enabled the takedown of Hitler and the Nazi Party. 
  ●      how each and every event contributed to the drawn-out war, the eventual victory of the Allied Powers, and their far-reaching impact on the world, politics, and modern history. 
  …plus key facts of every battle and military move for a well-rounded WWII education without the distracting and unnecessary details.

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  America's Commandos - US Special...

  Leroy Thompson

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  A photographic history of elite units in WWII and Korea, including uniforms, equipment, and more.   America deployed a diverse group of special operations forces (SOF) throughout World War II and in Korea. These elite units quickly earned a redoubtable reputation and proved themselves adept at hit-and-run raids, gathering intelligence in long range patrols, rescuing POWs, and living and fighting in hostile environments.   This valuable study includes more than 100 rare and unusual photographs of the men, uniforms, special equipment, and insignia of these elite troops, accompanied by informative captions. Units covered include the Marine Raider regiments and Paramarines, Ranger battalions, “Merrill’s Marauders,” the Special Service Force, OSS teams, Naval CDUs, and ski and mountain troops. America’s Commandos is a key addition to the G.I. Series and examines some of America’s most feared and capable elite forces.

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  Excellent Leadership Bundle 2 in...

  Brent Edie, Saul Whitaker

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  Excellent Leadership Bundle, 2 in 1 Bundle: Qualities of a Leader and Leading with CharacterA leader can be defined as someone who plays a prominent role in a business or a department within it. There are also religious, political and community leaders, leaders of groups and teams, and so on. Research projects support the need for affirmations and positive thoughts to better leadership abilities. Affirmations are a valuable tool to help alter the beliefs, images, and thought processes that you have inside you that might be holding you back from accomplishing/altering/doing what it is you wish with your life. The practice of positive affirmations and visualization on a steady, witting basis will help your success. Good communication skills are also crucial in a leader if they are to remain a leader. This bundle will teach you all the information you need to know to improve your communication skills as a leader. You will learn what constitutes good communication as a leader. You will also learn why great communication skills are a crucial quality that a good leader needs to have. You will also discover affirmations for better self-awareness, tension relief, innovation, productivity, and better leadership. You will learn the guidelines you need to follow when making your affirmations. This 2 in 1 bundle will include the following audiobooks:1. Qualities of a Leader: The Essential Guide on Communication Skills for Effective Leadership, Discover How Great Leaders Develop their Communication Skills to Become a Great Leader2. Leading with Character: The Ultimate Guide on Leadership Affirmations From Great and Inspiring LeadersGet this Excellent Leadership 2 in 1 Bundle today!

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