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General Henri Guisan: Commanderinchief Of The Swiss Army In World War Ii,New
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During Its Darkest Hour Switzerland Was Surrounded By Aggressive Fascist Armies, With No Allies Within Reach, Its Politicians Quavering, And Its People Beginning To Lose Hope Of Retaining Their Freedom.General Henri Guisan Stepped Into This Miasma Of Growing Despair. In July 1940, He Assembled The Entire Swiss Officer Corps At The Rutli Meadow, The Spot Where Pikewielding Herdsmen Had Formed The Swiss Confederation In 1291. Invoking The Spirit Of Their Medieval Forebears, He Informed His Officers That Switzerland Would Fight Back Against Any Invader, And If They Ran Out Of Ammunition They Would Use The Bayonet. Switzerland, He Declared, Would Never Surrender.Guisan Lit A Torch That Would Guide The Continent'S Only Remaining Democracy Until The End Of The War. The Key To His Military Strategy Was Shifting The Main Strength Of The Swiss Army To The Alps. This Controversial Policy Conceded Population Centers But It Also Negated German Superiority In Armor And Aircraft. If The Nazis Invaded They Would Only Open A Bleeding Sore That They Would Not Be Able To Close. Though The Wehrmacht Drew Up Numerous Invasion Plans, It Never Took The Gamble.As A Military Man Who Became The Spiritual Leader Of His Country, Guisan Was A Rarity In The History Of Democratic Nations. His Guidance, Along With The Swiss System Of Universal Male Conscription, Meant That The Germans, Had They Invaded, Would Have Been Fighting Not Just An Army But A People. This Definitive Biography Of General Guisan Not Only Describes A Man Of Great Complexity And Courage, But A Fascinating Aspect Of World War Ii.Willi Gautschi Is The Author Of Numerous Works, Including 'The National Strike Of 1918' And 'Lenin As An Emigrant In Switzerland.' Having Retired From Teaching History At The University Of Zurich, He Currently Lives In Baden.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'General Henri Guisan: Commander-in-Chief of the Swiss Army in World War II'? A: The book focuses on General Henri Guisan's leadership during World War II, detailing his strategies to defend Switzerland against potential invasion while promoting national unity and resilience.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author of this biography is Willi Gautschi, a historian and retired professor from the University of Zurich.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is categorized as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have minor wear but is still usable and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 862 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of General Guisan's life and military strategies.
- Q: When was 'General Henri Guisan' published? A: The book was published on June 17, 2003.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover, which offers durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Is this book suitable for research on World War II? A: Yes, this book serves as a valuable resource for research on World War II, specifically regarding Switzerland's military history and General Guisan's role.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the First Edition, which may include original content and insights from the time of publication.
- Q: Does the book discuss Switzerland's military strategies? A: Yes, the book discusses Switzerland's military strategies during World War II, particularly Guisan's controversial approach of focusing strength in the Alps.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this biography? A: Readers can expect to learn about General Guisan's complex character, his military strategies, and the impact of his leadership on Switzerland during a critical historical period.