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The Battle Of Kursk
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Immense In Scope, Ferocious In Nature, And Epic In Consequence, The Battle Of Kursk Witnessed (At Prokhorovka) One Of The Largest Tank Engagements In World History And Led To Staggering Lossesincluding Nearly 200,000 Soviet And 50,000 German Casualtieswithin The First Ten Days Of Fighting. Going Well Beyond All Previous Accounts, David Glantz And Jonathan House Now Offer The Definitive Work On Arguably The Greatest Battle Of World War Ii.Drawing On Both German And Soviet Sources, Glantz And House Separate Myth From Fact To Show What Really Happened At Kursk And How It Affected The Outcome Of The War. Their Access To Newly Released Soviet Archival Material Adds Unprecedented Detail To What Is Known About This Legendary Conflict, Enabling Them To Reconstruct Events From Both Perspectives And Describe Combat Down To The Tactical Level.The Battle Of Kursk Takes Readers Behind Soviet Lines For The First Time To Discover What The Red Army Knew About The Plans For Hitler'S Offensive (Operation Citadel), Relive Tank Warfare And Handtohand Combat, And Learn How The Tide Of Battle Turned. Its Vivid Portrayals Of Fighting In All Critical Sectors Place The Famous Tank Battle In Its Proper Context. Prokhorovka Here Is Not A Wellorganized Set Piece But A Confused Series Of Engagements And Hasty Attacks, With Each Side Committing Its Forces Piecemeal.Glantz And House'S Fresh Interpretations Demolish Many Of The Myths That Suggest Hitler Might Have Triumphed If Operation Citadel Had Been Conducted Differently. Their Account Is The First To Provide Accurate Figures Of Combat Strengths And Losses, And It Includes 32 Maps That Clarify Troop And Tank Movements.Shrouded In Obscurity And Speculation For More Than Half A Century, The Battle Of Kursk Finally Gets Its Due In This Dramatic Retelling Of The Confrontation That Marked The Turning Point Of The War On The Eastern Front And Brought Hitler'S Blitzkrieg To A Crashing Halt.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Battle of Kursk'? A: The book focuses on the Battle of Kursk, one of the largest tank engagements in history, detailing its immense scope, ferocity, and the staggering casualties involved. Authors David Glantz and Jonathan House provide a comprehensive account using both German and Soviet sources.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'The Battle of Kursk'? A: The book is authored by David M. Glantz and Jonathan M. House, who are recognized for their expertise in military history, particularly regarding World War II.
- Q: What makes this book different from other accounts of the Battle of Kursk? A: This book offers fresh interpretations and new details drawn from recently released Soviet archival material, providing a more accurate portrayal of the battle and clarifying many myths surrounding it.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Battle of Kursk' have? A: The book contains 492 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the battle and its implications.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Battle of Kursk' have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible for readers who prefer a physical copy.
- Q: When was 'The Battle of Kursk' published? A: The book was published on October 29, 1999, and is a sixth printing edition.
- Q: Is 'The Battle of Kursk' suitable for readers new to military history? A: Yes, the book is structured to be informative for both new readers and those familiar with military history, presenting complex topics in an engaging manner.
- Q: Does 'The Battle of Kursk' include maps or illustrations? A: Yes, the book includes 32 maps that clarify troop and tank movements, enhancing the reader's understanding of the battle's dynamics.
- Q: What condition is 'The Battle of Kursk' in if purchased new? A: If purchased new, 'The Battle of Kursk' is in pristine condition, free from any defects or wear.
- Q: Can I find both Soviet and German perspectives in this book? A: Yes, the authors provide a balanced account by utilizing both Soviet and German sources, allowing readers to understand the battle from different viewpoints.