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Das Reich Division at Kursk: 12 July 1943 (Visual Battle Guide),Used
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On the 5th July 1943, the Wehrmacht launched Operation Citadel. Attacking with a force of 3,000 tanks and assault guns, the Germans faced a well dugin force of more than 3,900 Soviet tanks, with another 1,500 tanks in reserve. What followed was the largest tank battle the world has ever seen, with both sides suffering heavy casualties. On the 11th July, three SS divisions Totenkopf, Das Reich and Leibstandarte attempted to break through the Soviet lines at the village of Prokhorovka, and so force the flank of the Soviet defensive position. Facing them were the newly deployed Fifth Guards Tanks Army. The battle raged all day, with German attack followed by Soviet counterattack. By nightfall the Germans had lost more than 300 tanks and the Fifth Guards Tanks Army 50 percent of their strength. Despite their heavy losses, the Soviet defenders had achieved their aim: the German attack had been halted and all hope of their regaining the initiative lost.Das Reich at Kursk has an eightpage gatefold depicting one of the brigades from the Das Reich Division in an innovative and fresh manner. This brigade is shown in battle deployment, with reconnaissance units, advance companies, the main body, the brigade command section, plus all the supporting engineers, signallers, artillery etc to provide a visual guide to exactly how many tanks and other armoured vehicles took part. The book itself is broken down by these sections, looking at each component part of the brigade in turn, their structure, equipment and their role in the battle. The description of each part includes action reports, organisation, equipment, unit commanders and much more.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Das Reich Division at Kursk: 12 July 1943'? A: The book focuses on the Battle of Kursk, specifically the role of the Das Reich Division and other German forces during the operation known as Operation Citadel.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Das Reich Division at Kursk: 12 July 1943' is David Porter.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Das Reich Division at Kursk' first published? A: The book was first published on June 1, 2011.
- Q: What features does the book include? A: The book includes an eight-page gatefold that visually depicts the brigade structure of the Das Reich Division, along with detailed descriptions of each component's role in the battle.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The item condition is rated as 'Very Good'.
- Q: Is this book suitable for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is well-suited for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in World War II and military strategy.
- Q: Can I expect fast shipping when ordering this book? A: Yes, orders are dispatched from the UK warehouse the next working day.
- Q: What is the significance of the Battle of Kursk in World War II? A: The Battle of Kursk is significant as it marked one of the largest tank battles in history and represented a pivotal moment in the Eastern Front, where the German offensive was ultimately halted.