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World War II: The Encyclopedia of the War Years, 1941-1945

World War II: The Encyclopedia of the War Years, 1941-1945

By: Norman Polmar, Thomas B. Allen

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"A unique and valuable look at the war." — General James Doolittle, USAF. 
An authoritative and comprehensive survey of the World War II era, this reference features over 2,400 entries. Subjects range from battles, soldiers, and military activities to politics, culture, and the Holocaust. Its panoramic perspective on the war's influence on the American way of life encompasses transitory aspects — rationing, movies, songs, and sports — as well as long-term effects, such as women's changing social roles and the integration of the armed forces.
"Highly recommended" by Library Journal, this volume's two-part approach begins with an extensive day-by-day chronology of key events, highlighted with quotations from prominent individuals. The "War Chronology" is cross-referenced with the second part, an encyclopedic "War Guide," consisting of information on people, places, weapons, and events. More than 85 illustrations enliven this complete military and social survey of the war years, in addition to two indexes, three appendixes, and suggestions for further reading.

Reprint of World War II: America at War, 1941–1945, Random House, New York, 1996.
AvailabilityUsually ships in 24 to 48 hours
ISBN 100486479625
ISBN 139780486479620
Author/EditorNorman Polmar, Thomas B. Allen
Page Count960
Dimensions7 1/4 x 9 1/8

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