In Sicily, Normandy, and in the frozen hills of the Ardennes, America's airborne warriors proved themselves some of the toughest and most determined soldiers of World War II (1939-1945). What made these soldiers so special? How were they recruited, how did they learn to jump and fight? What special tactics and equipment did they use? This title looks at what it was like to be one of the United States' airborne elite, through the experiences of the soldiers themselves. It is the story of the men who invariably led the way; ...
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In Sicily, Normandy, and in the frozen hills of the Ardennes, America's airborne warriors proved themselves some of the toughest and most determined soldiers of World War II (1939-1945). What made these soldiers so special? How were they recruited, how did they learn to jump and fight? What special tactics and equipment did they use? This title looks at what it was like to be one of the United States' airborne elite, through the experiences of the soldiers themselves. It is the story of the men who invariably led the way; the soldiers who flew to battle and walked home.
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Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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Very Good. Size: 7x0x9; Softcover. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Toning to wraps. "We are opposed by American Paratroopers. God help us, they are more ferocious than the Russians. They swagger in everything they do. Our officers say they won't take prisoners but we all hope they do."-From a German soldier's letter captured at Normandy.
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Fine. Pbk, square small 4to, 64pp, profusely illustr throughout b+w vintage photos and color drawings, an excellent clean tight and unmarked copy, as new.
