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Zhitomirberdichev. Volume 1: German Operations West Of Kiev 24 December 1943 31 January 1944
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On 24 December 1943, The Red Army Launched The First Of A Series Of Winter Offensives Against The German Army Group South Under Von Manstein, The Overall Object Of Which Was To Liberate Western Ukraine From Occupation. This First Offensive Was Undertaken By Forces Of The 1St Ukrainian Front Under General Vatutin, And Struck The German 4.Panzerarmee Commanded By General Der Panzertruppen Raus. It Is Known To Soviet Historians As The Zhitomirberdichev Operation.In The Space Of Three Weeks, Vatutin'S Troops Achieved A Spectacular Level Of Success, Advancing Over 100 Kilometres On A Wide Front And Pushing Back The 4.Panzerarmee On Every Sector. They Liberated Zhitomir And Berdichev As Well As A Number Of Other Towns In The Region, And By The Middle Of January, The 1St Ukrainian Front Had Achieved Almost All Of Its Initial Objectives. By This Time Though, Von Manstein Had Brought In The Headquarters Of The 1.Panzerarmee To Help Coordinate The Defense, And The Germans Began To Stabilize Their Shattered Front Line With A Series Of Counterattacks Aimed At The Overextended Position Of Many Of The Forward Soviet Units. These Counterattacks, Conducted Over The Following Three Weeks, Succeeded In Creating A Series Of Looselyheld Pockets, Inflicting Considerable Losses In Men And Material Of The Red Army, And Eventually Restoring Some Form Of Cohesive Defensive Position. Nevertheless, The Limited Success Von Manstein Had Achieved Was Only Temporary. The Combination Of Russian Assault And German Counterattack Had Created The Preconditions For The Next Two Soviet Winter Offensives; The Korsun'Shevchenkovskii Operation And The Rovnolutsk Operation.For The First Time, Here Is A Detailed And Wellresearched History Of The Important But Neglected Operation That Was To Be The Beginning Of The Liberation Of Western Ukraine. Based On The Unpublished Records Of The German 1St And 4Th Panzer Armies, And Supplemented By Comprehensive Mapping And Order Of Battle Data, This Book Provides An Authoritative, Detailed, Daybyday Account Of German Operations As They Developed In Response To The Soviet Offensive. It Also Gives A Vivid Insight Into The Planning And Decisionmaking Of The German Army Field Commands In Conducting Not Only A Mobile Defense, But Also A Series Of Counterattacks Which, In The Final Analysis, Could Do Little More Than Provide A Temporary Respite In The Face Of The Growing Strength And Skill Of The Red Army.This History Is Being Published In Two Separate Volumes, Which Together Will Cover Operations That Took Place Between 24 December 1943 And 31 January 1944. This First Volume Describes Events Until 9 January 1944, During Which Period The German Forces Were Pushed Back Forcibly Under The Weight Of The Soviet Offensive, And Includes 140 Detailed Daily Situation Maps In Color To Allow The Reader To Follow Operations As They Developed Day By Day. The Maps Are Presented In A Separately Bound Map Book To Aid The Reader'S Use Of The Study. The Second Volume Will Cover The Period From 10 To 31 January 1944 And Will Describe The Series Of Counterattacks Undertaken By The Germans As They Tried Desperately To Stabilize A Situation That Had Already Slipped Beyond Their Control.Together This Two Volume Set Comprises A Groundbreaking Survey Which, In The Breadth Of Its Scope And The Depth Of Its Detail, Is Likely To Set A New Standard For Future Studies Of Operational Combat On The Eastern Front.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has four hundred seventy-two pages. It provides a detailed account of the German operations during the Soviet winter offensives.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is hardcover. This durable binding helps protect the pages and enhances its longevity.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six and a half inches in length, one and a half inches in width, and nine and forty-nine hundredths inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Stephen Barratt. He provides comprehensive insights into historical military operations.
- Q: What kind of illustrations does the book include? A: The book includes one hundred forty color maps. These maps are designed to aid readers in understanding the military movements during the operations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the book is suitable for adults and older teens interested in military history. However, it contains detailed accounts of war, which may not be appropriate for younger readers.
- Q: How do I read and follow the maps in the book? A: The maps are presented in a separately bound map book. This allows readers to easily reference the maps while reading the main text.
- Q: What is the main focus of this book? A: The main focus of the book is the German operations west of Kiev from December twenty-fourth, nineteen forty-three to January thirty-first, nineteen forty-four.
- Q: How should I store this hardcover book? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition and prevent damage.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: No, there is typically no warranty for books. However, you can check the return policy if it arrives damaged or defective.
- Q: What if I receive a damaged copy of the book? A: If you receive a damaged copy, contact the seller immediately for a return or replacement. Most sellers have policies in place for such situations.
- Q: Can I find this book in a different format? A: Currently, this book is only available in hardcover. There are no alternative formats listed for this specific title.
- Q: What historical events does this book cover? A: The book covers the Zhitomir-Berdichev operation and subsequent German counterattacks during the winter offensives of nineteen forty-three.
- Q: Does this book provide any unique insights? A: Yes, the book is based on unpublished records of the German Panzer Armies, offering detailed and authoritative accounts of the operations.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is the first volume in a two-volume set. The second volume covers events from January tenth to thirty-first, nineteen forty-four.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in military history, particularly World War II enthusiasts, will find this book informative and engaging.