Books with title Battles of World War II

The Second World War is a war of the modern world, in terms of technology and firepower. Airplanes, tanks, and fully automatic weapons make their appearance. Battles in both Europe and the Pacific give this fight between nations a global scope. Will you: Live through the attack of Stalingrad as a young Russian commander? Experience the invasion of Okinawa as a U.S. pilot or infantryman? Fight in the Battle of the Bulge, a major turning point in the war? You Choose offers multiple perspectives on history, supporting Common Core reading standards and providing readers a front-row seat to the past.

World War II is generally considered to have begun in September 1939, when the armies of Nazi Germany invaded its neighbor Poland. After Britain and France declared war, the conflict quickly escalated to include most of the major nations of the world. By the time it ended, some 55 million people had lost their lives. The Second World War occurred because of decisions made during the preceding two decades. This book discusses the ramifications of the Treaty of Versailles, which ended the First World War. It explains the rise of militaristic governments in Italy, Germany, and Japan during the 1920s and early 1930s. It examines unsuccessful attempts by League of Nations to resolve conflicts peacefully, and the Western policy of “appeasement” toward the aggressors. Ultimately, each of these diverse issues contributed to the outbreak of global war.

Over the course of World War II, nations fought countless battles throughout Europe and Asia. Readers will examine some of the war most pivotal conflicts, from the invasion of Normandy on D-Day to the massive Battle of the Bulge. They will also learn how the war started and why it was fought on multiple fronts. The complex text in this title allows readers to determine main ideas and explain how they are supported by key details. The grade-appropriate context helps readers determine the meaning of domain-specific words and phrases as well.

When the USS Missouri was tugged and pushed into the port of Astoria, Oregon in 1998, the author covered the ten-day stay for the Long Beach, WA weekly newspaper, The Chinook Observer. With the help of a Naval officer friend she was able to give his technical info as well as her personal story. Photos of the military and civilian ceremonies onboard were from those days before the huge ship was moved by huge tugboats to Hawaii for its final moorage. It was written for history buffs as well as those who are young and want to learn the history of our nation.

As the largest, deadliest conflict in history, World War II was one of the defining events of the 20th century. Between 1939 and 1945, this massive conflict affected almost every corner of the globe. Readers will get an up-close look at the battles, weapons, and military forces that drove this landmark war. Over the course of World War II, nations fought countless battles throughout Europe and Asia. Readers will examine some of the war most pivotal conflicts, from the invasion of Normandy on D-Day to the massive Battle of the Bulge. They will also learn how the war started and why it was fought on multiple fronts. Features: Engaging sidebars highlight some of the war's most important events, people, and technology Timelines illustrate the way the war developed from start to finish Glossaries explain a range of technical military terms Eye-catching images give readers an up-close look at the war's most defining moments

When the USS Missouri was tugged and pushed into the port of Astoria, Oregon in 1998, the author covered the ten-day stay for the Long Beach, WA weekly newspaper, The Chinook Observer. With the help of a Naval officer friend she was able to give his technical info as well as her personal story. Photos of the military and civilian ceremonies onboard were from those days before the huge ship was moved by huge tugboats to Hawaii for its final moorage. It was written for history buffs as well as those who are young and want to learn the history of our nation.