Secret Weapons of World War II - Couverture rigide

Breuer, William

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0785819525 ISBN 13 : 9780785819523

Editeur : Castle Books, 2008

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Critical Acclaim for Secret Weapons of World War II

"Breuer has produced yet another collection of rip–roaring tales. . . . A delightful addition to the niche that Breuer has so successfully carved out."
Publishers Weekly

"It is Breuer’s portrayal of the competition for technological superiority between the Allies and the Nazis that grabs the reader and shows the significance of each wartime discovery and invention."
State Journal–Register, Springfield, Illinois

In the fast–paced, suspenseful Secret Weapons of World War II, noted military historian William Breuer chronicles the clandestine battle that occurred between the brilliant scientists and codebreakers of the Allies and the Axis powers. Re–creating the covert missions, hoaxes, spying, conspiracies, and electronic sleuthing, Breuer deftly uncovers the spectacular feats of the fascinating men and women who determined the outcome of the war providing an unprecedented look at the least–known operations and plots conducted by both sides.

Présentation de l'éditeur :

In this ingenious volume, victory or defeat in the twentieth century's climactic conflict depended on the secret war of wits that occurred between the scientists, mathematicians, and codebreakers on each side. This is a fascinating look at the behind the scenes duel to develop the winning weapons of World War II. This book is ideal for any historian, war buff, or fan of technology.  

Here are the extraordinary tales behind the brilliant weapons and technological wizardry that determined the outcome of the war. From radar, huff-duff (high frequency direction finding), invisible radio beams, and “Perfectos” to secret codes, electronic guidance systems, homing devices, and submarine detection equipment, Breuer deftly expose the gargantuan efforts employed by both adversaries and the fascinating details of the high-stakes warfare waged behind the well-known scenes of combat.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Castle Books
• Date d'édition: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0785819525
• ISBN 13: 9780785819523
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 242