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Gators of Neptune: Naval Amphibious Planning for the Normandy Invasion,New
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A research analyst for the Center for Naval Analyses offers a rare historical account of the Royal and U.S. Navies' involvement in one of the greatest amphibious assaults of modern history. It is a story of cooperation and, at times, discord, between the two navies as they planned the naval portion of the Allied invasion of Normandy. With the evolution of amphibious warfare as a backdrop, the book has sufficient technical detail to satisfy the modern day practitioner of amphibious warfare, yet is written in a style that makes it accessible to the general public. Thoroughly researched at the U.S. National Archives and the Naval Historical Center, the book takes the reader from the initial plans created by the AngloAmerican Allies in 1942, through the first draft of Operation Overlord, to the final naval plan set down in 1944. It then presents a detailed description of the invasion itself. Christopher Yung covers every obstacle confronted by the naval planners, from the shifting tides of the English Channel to overcoming the European coastal defenses and dealing with the submarine threat. Despite his attention to historical detail, he brings to life the personalities of those who brought Operation Neptune from concept to reality.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Gators of Neptune'? A: 'Gators of Neptune' focuses on the naval planning and operations of the Royal and U.S. Navies during the Normandy Invasion, detailing their cooperation and challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Gators of Neptune' is Christopher Yung, a research analyst for the Center for Naval Analyses.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'Gators of Neptune' was published on September 15, 2013.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Gators of Neptune' contain? A: 'Gators of Neptune' consists of 292 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style, making it suitable for both specialists in naval warfare and general readers interested in history.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'Gators of Neptune' is published as a First Edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers the planning stages of the Allied invasion, obstacles faced by naval planners, and details of the invasion itself.
- Q: Is there technical detail included in the book? A: Yes, there is sufficient technical detail to satisfy modern practitioners of amphibious warfare.