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Big Week: The Biggest Air Battle Of World War Ii
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During The Third Week Of February 1944, The Combined Allied Air Forces Based In Britain And Italy Launched Their First Roundtheclock Bomber Offensive Against Germany. Their Goal: To Smash The Main Factories And Production Centers Of The Luftwaffe While Also Drawing German Planes Into An Aerial Battle Of Attrition To Neutralize The Luftwaffe As A Fighting Force Prior To The Crosschannel Invasion, Planned For A Few Months Later. Officially Called Operation Argument, This Aerial Offensive Quickly Became Known As Big Week, And It Was One Of The Turningpoint Engagements Of World War Ii.In Big Week, Acclaimed World War Ii Historian James Holland Chronicles The Massive Air Battle Through The Experiences Of Those Who Lived And Died During It. Prior To Big Week, The Air Forces On Both Sides Were In Crisis. Allied Raids Into Germany Were Being Decimated, But German Resourcesfuel And Pilotswere Strained To The Breaking Point. Ultimately New Allied Aircraftespecially The American Longrange P51 Mustangand Superior Tactics Won Out During Big Week. Through Interviews, Oral Histories, Diaries, And Official Records, Holland Follows The Fortunes Of Pilots, Crew, And Civilians On Both Sides, Taking Readers From Command Headquarters To Fighter Cockpits To Antiaircraft Positions And Civilian Chaos On The Ground, Vividly Recreating The Campaign As It Was Conceived And Unfolded. In The End, The Six Days Of Intense Air Battles Largely Cleared The Skies Of Enemy Aircraft When The Invasion Took Place On June 6, 1944Dday.Big Week Is Both An Original Contribution To Wwii Literature And A Brilliant Piece Of Narrative History, Recapturing A Largely Forgotten Campaign That Was One Of The Most Critically Important Periods Of The Entire War.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Big Week: The Biggest Air Battle of World War II'? A: The book focuses on the Allied air campaign against Germany during the third week of February 1944, known as 'Big Week,' which was crucial to the success of D-Day and the invasion of Europe.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Big Week' is James Holland, an acclaimed historian known for his work on World War II.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on November 6, 2018.
- Q: How many pages does 'Big Week' have? A: The book contains 400 pages.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: Is 'Big Week' suitable for both history enthusiasts and general readers? A: Yes, 'Big Week' is written in an engaging narrative style, making it suitable for both history enthusiasts and general readers interested in World War II.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in 'Big Week'? A: Key themes include the strategic importance of air power in warfare, the experiences of pilots and civilians during the air campaign, and the historical significance of the offensive leading up to D-Day.
- Q: Does the book include primary sources or personal accounts? A: Yes, 'Big Week' incorporates interviews, oral histories, diaries, and official records to provide a comprehensive view of the air campaign.
- Q: What makes 'Big Week' a unique contribution to WWII literature? A: The book offers a vivid retelling of a largely untold story, highlighting the dramatic events of 'Big Week' and its impact on the outcome of World War II.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Big Week: The Biggest Air Battle of World War II' is published as a first edition.