1939 the Second World War in Photographs
1939 the Second World War in Photographs by John Christopher, published by Amberley in 2014, offers a visual exploration of the pivotal events that marked the beginning of World War II. This edition, comprising 160 pages, presents a detailed account of the conflict that began on September 1, 1939, with Germany’s invasion of Poland, leading to declarations of war by Britain and France. The book highlights significant occurrences of that year, including the sinking of the Athenia, the evacuation of children from British cities, and the early use of Blitzkrieg tactics.
Readers will find a rich collection of photographs that document the military strategies and historical milestones of the European Theater during the war’s onset. The book delves into various subjects, including military history and the impact of warfare on society, while also showcasing the technological advancements that emerged from this tumultuous period. Through its pictorial narrative, this work provides insight into the events that shaped the course of history and the profound consequences of global conflict.
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Seventy-five years ago, on 1 September 1939, Germany invaded Poland. With political agreements in place to come to Poland’s aid, Britain and France both declared war on Germany within two days. It was the start of a conflict that would erupt over every continent and see the deaths of tens of millions of people, with much of central Europe destroyed. It would also see the development of jets, intercontinental missiles, computers and the Atomic Bomb. 1939, in particular, saw the sinking of the passenger ship Athenia on the first day of the war, the evacuation of children from Britain’s population centres, the daring attack by U-49 on the Royal Oak at Scapa Flow, air raids on Wilhelmshaven and on Shetland and the Forth Bridge. It also saw the development of the Blitzkrieg tactics that were to prove so successful in France, Belgium and the Netherlands in 1940.
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