Neil Kagan

Stephen G. Hyslop

From spy missions to code breaking, this richly illustrated account of the covert operations of World War II takes readers behind the battle lines and deep into the undercover war effort that changed the course of history. a From the authors who createdaEyewitness to World War IIaand numerous other best-selling illustrated reference books, this is the shocking story behind the covert activity that shaped the outcome of one of the world's greatest conflicts-and the destiny of millions of people. National Geographic's landmark book illuminates World War II as never before by taking you inside the secret lives of spies and spy masters; secret agents and secret armies; Enigma machines and code breakers; psychological warfare and black propaganda; secret weapons and secret battle strategies. Seven heavily illustrated narrative chapters reveal the truth behind the lies and deception that shaped the osecret war;o eight essays showcase hundreds of rare photos and artifacts (many never before seen); more than 50 specially created sidebars tell the stories of spies and secret operations. Renowned historian and top-selling author Stephen Hyslop reveals this little-known side of the war in captivating detail, weaving in extraordinary eyewitness accounts and information only recently declassified. Rare photographs, artifacts, and illuminating graphics enrich this absorbing reference book.

Spies, Code Breakers, and Covert Operations

The Secret History of World War II

Harris J. Andrews

Paula York-Soderlund

Examines great battles of the American Civil War, offering more than 750 photographs, sketches, newspaper illustrations, and paintings along with picture essays detailing uniforms, weapons, equipment, and personal possessions of soldiers.

An Illustrated History of Courage Under Fire

Great Battles of the Civil War

A chronology of world history ranges from the dawn of humankind to the present day, examining important events, milestones, ideas, and personalities that occurred simultaneously in different regions of the world.

An Illustrated Time Line

National Geographic Concise History of the World

Stephen Garrison Hyslop

National Geographic Society (U.S.)

Charts the ebb and flow of the war between the North and the South with 110 maps, both vintage battle maps and vivid recreations, and includes over 320 documentary photos, battlefield sketches, paintings, and artifacts that bear eyewitness testimony to the Civil War.

Neil Kagan

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