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Hitlers Army: Soldiers, Nazis, And War In The Third Reich-used
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As The Cold War Followed On The Heels Of The Second World War, As The Nuremburg Trials Faded In The Shadow Of The Iron Curtain, Both The Germans And Te West Were Quick To Accpt The Idea That Hitlers Army Had Been No Ss, No Gestapo, That It Was A Professional Force Little Touched By Nazi Politics. But In This Compelling Account Omer Bartov Reveals A Very Different History, As He Probes The Experience Of The Average Soldier To Show Just How Thoroughly Nazi Ideology Permeated The Army.In Hitlers Army, Bartov Focuses On The Titanic Struggle Between Germany And The Soviet Unionwhere The Vast Majority Of German Troops Foughtto Show How The Savagery Of War Reshaped The Army In Hitlers Image. Both Brutalized And Brutalizing, These Soldiers Needed To See Their Bitter Sacrifices As Noble Patriotism And To Justify Their Own Atrocities By Seeing Their Victims As Subhuman. In The Unprecedented Ferocity And Catastrophic Losses Of The Eastrn Front, He Writes, Soldiers Embraced The Idea That The War Was A Defense Of Civilization Against Jewish/Bolshevik Barbarism, A War Of Racial Survival To Be Waged At All Costs. Bartov Descibes The Incredible Scale And Destruction Of The Invasion Of Russia In Horrific Detail. Even In The First Monthsoften Depicted As A Time Of Easy Victoriesundermanned And Illequipped Geman Units Were Stretched To The Breaking Point By Vast Distances And Bitter Soviet Resistance. Facing Scarce Supplies And Enormous Casualties, The Average Soldier Sank To Ta A Primitive Level Of Existence, Reexperiencing The Trench Warfare Of World War I Under The Most Extreme Weather Conditions Imaginable; The Fighting Itself Was Savage, And Massacrs Of Prisoners Were Common. Troops Looted Food And Supplies From Civilians With Wild Abandon; They Mercilessly Wiped Out Villages Suspected Of Aiding Partisans. Incredible Losses Led To Recruits Being Thrown Together In Units That Once Had Been Filled With Men From The Same Communities, Making Nazi Ideology Even More Important As A Binding Force. And They Were Further Brutalized By A Military Justice System That Executed Almost 15,000 German Soldiers During The War. Bartov Goes On To Explore Letters, Diaries, Military Reports, And Other Sources, Showing How Widespread Hitlers Views Became Among Common Fighting Menmen Who Grew Up, He Reminds Us, Under The Nazi Regime. In The End, They Truly Became Hitlers Army.In Six Years Of Warfare, The Vast Majority Of German Men Passed Through The Wehrmacht And Almost Every Family Had A Relative Who Fought In The East. Bartovs Powerful New Account Of How Deeply Nazi Ideology Penetrated The Army Sheds New Light On How Deeply It Penetrated The Nation. Hitlers Army Makes An Important Correction Not Merely To The Historical Record But To How We See The World Today.
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- Q: How many pages are in 'Hitler's Army'? A: This book contains two hundred fifty-six pages. It offers a comprehensive look into the experiences of soldiers during the Third Reich.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is a hardcover edition. This binding provides durability and a more premium feel compared to paperback.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'Hitler's Army'? A: The book measures six and a half inches in length, one point zero two inches in width, and nine and a half inches in height. These dimensions make it easy to handle and store.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hitler's Army'? A: The author is Omer Bartov. He is known for his extensive research on the German military and Nazi ideology.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: It falls under the 'Criticism & Theory' category. This classification indicates a focus on historical analysis and interpretation.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: No, this book is not suitable for young readers. It discusses complex themes of war and ideology that may not be appropriate for children.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Hitler's Army'? A: The book explores themes of Nazi ideology, the brutal realities of war, and the experiences of average soldiers. It provides an in-depth look at how these elements shaped the German military.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic research? A: Yes, it can be used for academic research. The author draws from letters, diaries, and military reports to support his arguments.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in military history, World War II, and Nazi Germany will benefit from this book. It provides valuable insights into the mindset of soldiers.
- Q: How should I store this hardcover book? A: Store it upright on a shelf or in a bookcase. Keeping it away from direct sunlight will help preserve the cover and pages.
- Q: Is there any special care needed for this book? A: No special care is needed, but avoid exposing it to moisture. This will help maintain the integrity of the hardcover and the pages.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller for a replacement or refund. Most sellers have policies in place for such situations.
- Q: Can I return this book if I don't like it? A: Yes, you can return this book if you are not satisfied. Check the seller's return policy for specific details.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations or maps? A: No, this book does not include illustrations or maps. It relies on textual analysis to convey its historical narrative.
- Q: Is 'Hitler's Army' part of a series? A: No, 'Hitler's Army' is not part of a series. It stands alone as a detailed examination of its subject matter.
- Q: What publisher released 'Hitler's Army'? A: The book was published by Oxford University Press. This publisher is known for its academic and scholarly works.