After D-Day in 1944 many British troops believed the war would be over by Christmas. The German Army in Normandy had been destroyed, but by Christmas the Allies were still fighting through Holland, whilst the Germans had reorganised and were fighting back.
Was R.J. Mitchell truly a genius? Delving into the projects that remained stuck on the drawing board
This book celebrates the achievements of ordinary people, who went about their lives without having the spotlight turned on them but who have nevertheless contributed greatly to the Cornwall of their time.
This `Liberty’ expanded and took in the part of Dublin which today is known as the Liberties, one of Dublin’s oldest and most interesting parts of the capital, occupying a unique place in Ireland’s social and cultural history.
A comprehensive A-Z guide of information on every battle fough on English soil
This spellbinding collection of stories once again gathers together tales from across the whole of Ireland in one special volume. Drawn from The History... Læs mere
The March East 1945 draws on official and eyewitness accounts from British, Commonwealth, American and German records, as well as over 30... Læs mere
This comprehensive work of reference gives full consideration to the Welsh, Scottish and Irish dimensions of the English Civil War. Entries include... Læs mere
High-quality photographs of Concorde aircraft throughout the history of the aircraft in service
This book is a unique record of a journey along the beautiful and often dramatic Yorkshire coastline, tracing the region’s diverse industry, the... Læs mere
Including tales of ghosts, mermaids, crafty witches, mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes,... Læs mere
The fascinating physics behind everyday life - how to brew the perfect coffee, how to finally rid your garden of snails, and what physics reveals about love and relationships