Originally Churchill’s second choice as a commander, Montgomery was to make the 8th Army his own. Indeed, his first task as the new commander-elect of was to restore the morale of the army. The desert army quicly assumed the character of their forthright and cocksure commander, and the troops confidently expected victory. This they achieved at the Battle of El Alamein and the order of battle for the British and Dominion forces is detailed in full. The difficulties of desert warfare and the type of equipment and uniforms are also discussed.
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Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.
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John Wilkinson-Latham has a particular interest in the battles that took place in North Africa during World War II. This is his first title for Osprey. His sons Robert and Christopher have also written for Osprey on a variety of military history subjects.
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A very nice little volume; artwork on a par with others - just below Volstad but above Stephen Andrew slightly.
Book deals with general history, some good order of battle info, and some rare photos. Brief notes on weapons, and a description of day to day life in the desert. A good all-round volume.
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On 10 June 1940 Mussolini declared war on Great Britain. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
regimental badge, armoured division, cap badge, medium tank Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South African, New Zealand, Royal Signals, Afrika Korps, Anti-Aircraft Rgts, Armoured Brigade, Free French Brigade, Indian Div, Desert Air Force, African Fld, Car Rgt, Guards Brigade, Middle East, North Africa, Royal Tank Regiment, Australian Div, Bir Hacheim, Cameron Highlanders, Canal Zone, General Alexander, Prime Minister, Royal Armoured Corps, Royal Fusiliers, Gordon Highlanders, Greek Fld New!
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On 10 June 1940 Mussolini declared war on Great Britain. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
regimental badge, armoured division, cap badge, medium tank Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South African, New Zealand, Royal Signals, Afrika Korps, Anti-Aircraft Rgts, Armoured Brigade, Free French Brigade, Indian Div, Desert Air Force, African Fld, Car Rgt, Guards Brigade, Middle East, North Africa, Royal Tank Regiment, Australian Div, Bir Hacheim, Cameron Highlanders, Canal Zone, General Alexander, Prime Minister, Royal Armoured Corps, Royal Fusiliers, Gordon Highlanders, Greek Fld New!
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- The Middle East Since 1900 (Modern times sourcebooks) by K.A. Rice on page 25
- North Africa (Exploration of Africa) by John G. Hall in Front Matter
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