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Fallschirmjager: German Paratroopers - 1942-1945: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives
Fallschirmjager: German Paratroopers - 1942-1945: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives
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The German Fallschirmjager, elite troops known for their bravery and actions in World War II, are featured in this book, focusing on their post-Battle for Crete period. They fought in the USSR, Africa, and Italy, cementing their legend as the Green Devils. In Normandy, the Ardennes, and the Eastern Front, they were mostly young soldiers who surrendered the III Reich in 1945.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 28 May 2019
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
The German Fallschirmjager, also known as paratroopers, played a pivotal role in the Second World War as elite troops. Their remarkable actions, including the battles in Scandinavia, the capture of the Belgian fortress Eden-Emal in May 1940, and the fierce Battle for Crete just a year later, have earned them a reputation as determined, courageous, and loyal soldiers. This book serves as a continuation of the pictorial history of the Fallschirmjager, specifically focusing on the period following the bloody Battle for Crete. Deployed as elite infantry, initially in the Soviet Union and later in Africa, the Fallschirmjager had the opportunity to reconnect with their illustrious past, whether in Italy or on the Greek Islands. Their bravery and skill in combat were evident as they jumped from their Ju 52s to engage the enemy. Their hard-fought battles in Italy contributed to the legendary reputation of the Green Devils, with British General Harold Alexander describing them as tenacious, highly-trained men, hardened by their numerous actions and battles.
However, as the war progressed, the number of veterans among the Fallschirmjager dwindled. It was the young German paratroopers who ultimately surrendered the Third Reich on May 8, 1945, marking the end of the **** regime. The Fallschirmjager's contributions to the war were significant, and their legacy continues to inspire and honor soldiers worldwide.
Weight: 452g
Dimension: 192 x 246 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526740700
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