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War Of Supply - World War Ii Allied Logistics In The Mediterranean

by David D. Dworak

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 The era of modern warfare introduced in World War II presented the Allied Powers with one of the more complicated logistical challenges of the century: how to develop an extensive support network that could supply and maintain a vast military force comprised of multiple services and many different nations thousands of miles away from their home ports. The need to keep tanks rolling, airplanes flying, and food and aid in continuous supply was paramount to defeating the Nazi regime.In this extensively researched book, David Dworak takes readers behind the scenes and breaks down the nuances of strategic operations for each of the great Mediterranean military campaigns between 1942 and the conclusion of World War II on May 8, 1945. Dworak gives readers a glimpse behind the curtain, to show how the vast administrative bureaucracy developed by the Allies waged a literal "war of materiel" that gave them a distinct, strategic advantage over the Axis powers. From North Africa to Southern France, their continued efforts and innovation developed the framework that helped create and maintain the theater of war and, ultimately, paved the path to victory.
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Blood, Mud, And Oil Paint - The Remarkable Year That Made Winston Churchill

by J. Furman Daniel Iii

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 Winston Churchill's impressive military and political career suggests that he had been preparing to lead Great Britain out of the darkness of the Second World War his entire life. Conveniently missing from this rendering of his accomplishments is that, long before his wartime triumph, Churchill failed frequently, publicly, and catastrophically. Author J. Furman Daniel argues that the events of May 1915-May 1916 proved the most difficult of all the obstacles the future prime minister would encounter. In this year of defeats, Churchill faced blame for the British disaster at the Dardanelles, resigned from his position as First Lord of the Admiralty, and struggled with policy initiatives and personal finances. Yet during this tumultuous time, Churchill served in the trenches of the First World War, gaining vital insight into modern warfare. He also found unlikely inspiration in painting, which he pursued for the remainder of his life and later credited as a crucial outlet during moments of personal despair and professional frustrations. Together, these experiences aided Churchill's eventual redemption within the British government and taught him how to weather future career-defining storms. Presenting a deeper understanding of one of the most consequential personalities of the twentieth century, Blood, Mud, and Oil Paint: The Remarkable Year That Made Winston Churchill reveals how the famous statesman rebuilt both his fragile mental state and political career and set the stage for his greatest political comeback.
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The The Forgotten Front - The Eastern Theater Of World War I, 1914 - 1915

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 Although much has been written about the Western Front in World War I, little attention has been given to developments in the east, especially during the crucial period of 19141915. Not only did these events have a significant impact on the fighting and outcome of the battles in the west, but all the major combatants in the east ultimately suffered collapses of their political systems with enormous consequences for the future events. Available for the first time in English, this seminal study features contributions from established and rising scholars from eight countries who argue German, central, and eastern European perspectives. Together, they illuminate diverse aspects of the Great War's Eastern Theater, including military strategy and combat, issues of national identity formation, perceptions of the enemy, and links to World War II. They also explore the experiences of POWs and the representation of the Eastern Front in museums, memorials, and the modern media.The scholarship on the First World War is dominated by the trauma of the modern, technologized war in the west, causing the significant political events and battles on the Eastern Front to shift to the background.The Forgotten Front illuminates overlooked but vital aspects of the conflict, and will be an essential resource for students and scholars seeking to better understand the war and its legacy.
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Blueprints For Battle - Planning For War In Central Europe, 1948-1968

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 While scholarship abounds on the diplomatic and security aspects of the Cold War, very little attention has been paid to military planning at the operational level. In Blueprints for Battle, experts from Russia, the United States, and Europe address this dearth by closely examining the military planning of NATO and Warsaw Pact member nations from the end of World War II to the beginning of d?tente. Informed by material from recently opened archives, this collection investigates the perceptions and actions of the rival coalitions, exploring the challenges presented by nuclear technology, examining how military commanders' perceptions changed from the 1950s to the 1960s, and discussing logistical coordination among allied states. The result is a detailed study that offers much-needed new perspectives on the military aspects of the early Cold War.
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Rückzug - The German Retreat From France, 1944

by Joachim Ludewig

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 The Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, marked a critical turning point in the European theater of World War II. The massive landing on France's coast had been meticulously planned for three years, and the Allies anticipated a quick and decisive defeat of the German forces. Many of the planners were surprised, however, by the length of time it ultimately took to defeat the Germans.While much has been written about D-day, very little has been written about the crucial period from August to September, immediately after the invasion. InRückzug, Joachim Ludewig draws on military records from both sides to show that a quick defeat of the Germans was hindered by excessive caution and a lack of strategic boldness on the part of the Allies, as well as by the Germans' tactical skill and energy. This intriguing study, translated from German, not only examines a significant and often overlooked phase of the war, but also offers a valuable account of the conflict from the perspective of the German forces.
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Met Her On The Mountain - The Murder Of Nancy Morgan

by Mark I Pinsky

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 Fourteen years would pass before an arrest in the case would be made, but even then, a pall would be cast over the veracity of the evidence. Met Her on the Mountain is the culmination of former Los Angeles Times staff writer Mark Pinsky's efforts to solve the 40-year-old mystery once and for all.
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Bluejackets And Contrabands - African Americans And The Union Navy

by Barbara Brooks Tomblin

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 The only in-depth study of the relationship between the Union Navy and African Americans during the Civil War.
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The Civil War On The Mississippi - Union Sailors, Gunboat Captains, And The Campaign To Control The River

by Barbara Brooks Tomblin

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 A comprehensive and vivid account of the action on the Mississippi River during the Civil War.
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With Utmost Spirit - Allied Naval Operations In The Mediterranean, 1942-1945

by Barbara Brooks Tomblin

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 Firsthand accounts from young officers and men draw a vivid picture of the war at sea and off the beaches.
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War Of Supply - World War Ii Allied Logistics In The Mediterranean

by David D Dworak

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 Explores the vast administrative bureaucracy developed by the Allies and its impact on the war.
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Bonds Of Womanhood - The World Of A White Anti-Slavery Slaveholder

by Susanna Delfino

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 Compelling addition to the continuing conversation on the complicity of white, southern women in the slave labor economy.
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Zero-Sum Victory - What We'Re Getting Wrong About War

by Christopher D. Kolenda

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 By making powerful historic comparisons and drawing from personal experience, Kolenda draws thought-provoking and actionable conclusions about the utility of American military power in the contemporary world.
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The Assault On Elisha Green - Race And Religion In A Kentucky Community

by Randolph Paul Runyon

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 One man's pursuit of justice over violence and racism in the nineteenth century.
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The Birds Of Kentucky

by Burt L. Monroe e William Zimmerman

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 Exceptionally accurate and beautifully illustrated description of all the species of birds in Kentucky.
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Perfect Black

by Crystal Wilkinson, Nikky Finney e Ronald W. Davis

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 A collection of lyrics and prose about Blackness, racism, and political awareness.
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The Us Senate And The Commonwealth - Kentucky Lawmakers And The Evolution Of Legislative Leadership

by Roy E. Brownell

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 Despite its relatively small population for much of American history, Kentucky has produced a record two Senate majority leaders, a record three Senate majority whips, and one of the country's greatest lawmakers, Henry Clay.
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The Rising Clamor - The American Press, The Central Intelligence Agency, And The Cold War

by David P. Hadley

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 Respected publications went from studiously ignoring the CIA's activities to reporting on the Bay of Pigs, CIA pacification programs in Vietnam, the CIA's war in Laos, and its efforts to use US student groups and a variety of other non-government organizations as Cold War tools.
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Cover Name: Dr. Rantzau

by Nikolaus Ritter

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 Throughout his service in the Abwehr, Ritter smuggled America's most jealously guarded secret, the Norden bombsight and the Sperry gyroscope, into Germany, and coordinated the planning for the invasion of the British Isles (Operation Sea Lion).
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The Forgotten Front - The Eastern Theater Of World War I, 1914 - 1915

by Janice W. Ancker

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 Although much has been written about the Western Front in World War I, little attention has been given to developments in the east, especially during 1914 to 1915. Available for the first time in English, this study features contributions from scholars from eight countries who argue German, central, and eastern European perspectives.
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Burgoo, Barbecue, And Bourbon - A Kentucky Culinary Trinity

by Albert W. A. Schmid, Jessica Ebelhar e Loreal "Butcher Babe" Gavin

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 Burgoo, barbecue, and bourbon have long been acknowledged as a trinity of good taste in Kentucky. Award-winning author and chef Albert W.A. Schmid serves up a feast for readers in Burgoo, Barbecue, and Bourbon, sharing recipes and lore surrounding these storied culinary traditions.
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The New And Collected Poems Of Jane Gentry

by Jane Gentry

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 A consummate poet, Jane Gentry Vance (1941-2014) possessed an uncanny ability to spin quietly expansive and wise verses from small details, objects, and remembered moments. Her poetry is deeply rooted in place, exuding a strong connection to the life and land of her native Kentucky. Gentry and her daughters collaborated with editor Julia Johnson to organise this definitive collection.
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At The Decisive Point In The Sinai - Generalship In The Yom Kippur War

by Simcha B. Maoz

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 Jacob Even, deputy division commander of the 143rd Division, and Simcha Maoz, a staff officer, recount the initial stages of the Suez crossing, examine the Israel Defense Forces' (IDF) response to Egypt's surprise attack, and explain Sharon's role in the transition from defense to offense.
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Wars Of Modern Babylon - A History Of The Iraqi Army From 1921 To 2003

by Amnon Lipkin-Shahak e Ya'Akov Amidror

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 "As long as there have been wars, victors have written the prevailing histories of the world's conflicts. An army that loses--and especially one that is destroyed or disbanded--is often forgotten. Nevertheless, the experiences of defeated forces can provide important insights, lessons, and perspectives not always apparent to the winning side. In Wars of Modern Babylon, Pesach Malovany provides a comprehensive and detailed history of the Iraqi military from its formation in 1921 to its collapse in 2003. Malovany analyzes Iraqi participation in the 1948, 1967, and 1973 Arab wars against Israel as well as Iraq's wars with the Kurds during the twentieth century. His primary focus, however, is the era of Saddam Hussein (1979-2003), who implemented rapid and significant military growth and fought three major wars: against Iran from 1980 to 1988, and against coalition forces led by the United States in 1991 and 2003. He examines the Iraqi military at the strategic, operative, and tactical levels; explains its forces and branches; and investigates its use of both conventional and unconventional weapons. The first study to offer a portrait of an Arab army from its own point of view, Wars of Modern Babylon features interviews with and personal accounts from officers at various levels, as well as press accounts covering the politics and conflicts of the period. Malovany also analyzes books written by key figures in the Iraqi government and the army high command. His definitive chronicle offers English speakers new and overlooked perspectives on critical developments in twentieth-century history. The book won the Israel Yitzhak Sade Award for Military Literature in 2010"--Provided by publisher.
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Irvin S. Cobb - The Rise And Fall Of An American Humorist

by William E. Ellis

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 Born and raised in Paducah, Kentucky, humorist Irvin S. Cobb (1876-1944) rose from humble beginnings to become one of the early twentieth century's most celebrated writers. In Irvin S. Cobb: The Rise and Fall of a Southern Humorist, historian William E. Ellis examines the life of this significant writer.
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