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PublisherRzm Imports, Incorporated
ISBN-100965758427
ISBN-139780965758420
eBay Product ID (ePID)2359905
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Book TitlePlatz der Leibstandarte : A Photo Study of the SS-Panzer-Grenadier-Division "Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler" and the Battle for Kharkov January-March 1943
Number of PagesVIII, 295 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2001
TopicEurope / Germany, Military / World War II
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorGeorge M Nipe, Remy Spezzano
Book SeriesMilitary History Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight48.8 Oz
Item Length11.3 in
Item Width8.8 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN2002-281938
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal940.54/21775
SynopsisIn the first months of 1943, the SS Panzer-Grenadier Division Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hitler was involved in all phases of the complex Kharkov campaign. During the initial defensive fighting, the division held its sector for two weeks against the full weight of the Soviet 3rd Tank Army; a remarkable feat in itself. After the city fell, the Leibstandarte withdrew to a new defensive position and protected the important supply rail centre at Krasnograd while the Das Reich and Totenkopf divisions executed the first phase of the counterattack. When the 3rd Tank Army began its move south to block the advance of these two SS divisions, Leibstandarte carried out raids and interdictory strikes that disrupted the Soviet realignment and weakened the army's fighting power. Having rejoined the SS Panzerkorps, after taking part in the destruction of the Kegitschevka pocket, the Leibstandarte led the way back to the city of Kharkov. Dynamic young officers such as Kurt Meyer, Max Wunsche and Jochen Peiper personally led attack columns that struck deep into the city, eventually forcing the Russian troops to abandon Kharkov.From these photographs, it is clear why, after enduring the losses necessary to retake the city, these renamed the enormous Red Square as Platz der Leibstandarte. High quality reproductions of original wartime photos, and compelling captions by author George Nipe illustrate in incredible detail the men, equipment, weapons, and vehicles used in this decisive Eastern Front battle.
LC Classification NumberD757.85.N57 2002
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- Oct 05, 2021
Excellent book in excellent condition.
Excellent condition. Very well preserved. Many black and white photos.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
