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A Question of Scale

Here is another of the Images of War series from Pen & Sword. All of the others of the series have had good reviews on this site but, for me, this book stands out. The author, Brendan O’Carroll, admits that over twenty years of research went into this book. Dozens of people gave permissions, support and their stories. All of this was not in vain for here we have a superb, unique visual record of the men and their exploits. Every photograph contains more than at first meets the eye. The Long Range Desert Group punched far above its weight and as the first of Britain’s Special Forces was a large influence on the present S.A.S. As with other books of this series there is very little text other than annotations. What text there is makes one want to read the other books on this subject by this author. We highly recommend this book to both the browser and the ‘studier’. Read the full review [link=https://www.clash-of-steel.co.uk/reviews/view/276]here[/link]
Clash of Steel

This particular book in the Images of War series has around two hundred black and white photographs that follow the Panther Tanks and their development, I would say it is predominantly photographs obviously, with maybe slightly less supporting information about the events and campaigns. Which is perfectly fine as much of these books must overlap a bit, put the text and information is still excellent and very well written. The author Ian Baxter, is a well-known and much published author who is an excellent writer. In fact from reading these Images of War books, my knowledge and interest in tank warfare has come on greatly. I know thoroughly enjoy a good book about tanks. This book is excellent with first class photographs and the specifications section near the back is great. Definitely a 4.5 star read and highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read the full review [link=http://ukhistorianbendavidson.co.uk/hitlers-panther-tank-battalions-1943-1945/]here[/link]
UK Historian

Years ago now, acting on a reference from the late scholar, soldier and author, Paul Fussell, I contacted an American bookseller and bought Eugen B Sledge's 'With the Old Breed'. Sledge had served as a Marine infantryman in the Pacific, fighting the Japanese at Okinawa and Peleliu, and somehow managing to survive. It's a harrowing account and still one of my most treasured books. 'Hell in the Central Pacific' puts into pictures what Sledge put in words, and the next time I re-read Sledge's account I shall have Hell in the Central Pacific next to me. The British Army faced its fearless and ruthless enemy in the jungles of Burma, Malaya and North-east India; for the American infantry though, it was the islands of the Pacific, each one heavily defended and every inch of land hotly contested. Great photographs, detailed maps and economic text make this a very useful reference work and snapshot of the bitter fighting in this part of the world in 1944. Read the full review [link=https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/customer-reviews/R1YN85DEEP3ALW/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=1526762161]here[/link]
Paul Nixon

This was a fascinating read and something different to usual in the Images of War series, I really enjoyed this book as it was good to see from the opposite viewpoint of the German soldiers being congratulated. I’m sure there is probably an allied version of this book which would make a splendid read indeed. Despite the notorious reputation of the Waffen SS, it was nice to see at heart some could perform acts of heroism. This book is excellent with fantastic photos and information, a well done to the author for this book and his research. I would highly recommend this book. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read the full review [link=http://ukhistorianbendavidson.co.uk/knights-cross-winners-of-the-waffen-ss/]here[/link]
UK Historian