World War II Illustrated Atlas

World War II was the greatest conflict in history, involving immense armed forces in battle across every environment. The Allied and Axis forces met in brutal encounters, from small commando raids to gigantic armoured battles. World War II Illustrated Atlas is a comprehensive visual guide to the conflict, with over 160 full-colour maps and new 25 maps showing key raids and battles. It provides an invaluable work of reference for both the general reader and the serious student of World War II.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 14 October 2023
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd

World War II stands as the most significant and devastating conflict in human history, leaving an indelible mark on the world. Its vast scope and intensity spanned across continents, from the icy Arctic to the vast Pacific Oceans. Enormous military forces clashed in diverse environments, from the scorching desert sands of North Africa to the dense jungles of Burma and New Guinea. The Allied and Axis powers engaged in grueling battles, ranging from small commando raids to massive armored clashes.

World War II Illustrated Atlas is a comprehensive visual reference that meticulously charts the course of this complex conflict. It provides detailed maps that meticulously detail the land, sea, and air campaigns, allowing readers to trace the ebbs and flows of fortunes for both sides. With over 160 full-color maps, the atlas covers every theater of war, including the land campaigns in North-west Europe, Italy, North Africa, Russia, South-East Asia, and the Pacific. It also delves into the naval war in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, the epic carrier battles of the Pacific war, and the strategic bombing campaigns of Europe and the Pacific, culminating in the devastating destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

In this revised edition, the atlas offers an additional 25 maps that highlight key raids and battles of the war. These maps span from the St. Nazaire raid in 1942 to the fierce battle for Corregidor in February 1945. The isometric map views provide a fresh perspective on the conflict, accompanied by detailed descriptions of the battles and raids, along with photographs from the historical events.

World War II Illustrated Atlas is an indispensable resource for both the general reader and the ardent student of World War II. It serves as a valuable tool for understanding the intricacies of this pivotal period in history, offering a comprehensive and immersive journey through the battles, campaigns, and events that shaped the world we know today.

Weight: 1138g
Dimension: 208 x 272 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838863531