Fighting Through to Hitler's Germany: Personal Accounts of the Men of 1 Suffolk 1944-45

1st Battalion, The Suffolk Regiment, fought through France, Holland, and Germany as part of the 3rd (British) Infantry Division on D-Day. Despite having just 178 men left on VE-Day, they had a successful campaign due to excellent leadership and camaraderie. This book recognizes their fighting record with firsthand accounts and unpublished photographs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

After the historic D-Day landing, 1st Battalion, The Suffolk Regiment embarked on a remarkable journey through France, Holland, and eventually into Germany as part of the 3rd (British) Infantry Division. With their unwavering spirit and cheerful demeanor, the Battalion faced a determined enemy determined to deny the invaders their homeland. As the campaign unfolded, 1 Suffolk earned a reputation for achieving remarkable results with minimal fuss. However, the cost of success was high, with casualties mounting as the battle raged on. Of the initial 850 soldiers who landed on D-Day, only 178 remained serving on VE-Day; a staggering 215 had lost their lives, and 640 had been wounded.

The Battalions remarkable success can be attributed to the exceptional leadership of all four commanding officers, who went on to enjoy distinguished careers. However, it is the steadfast fighting spirit and camaraderie of every rank that truly made their achievements possible. This outstanding book brings together the firsthand accounts of officers and men who served in this historic campaign, providing a much-needed recognition of the remarkable fighting record of 1 Suffolk. The author deserves congratulations for assembling these inspiring first-hand accounts, along with many previously unpublished photographs, in this comprehensive and captivating work.

Weight: 434g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399021517