Úplný přehled bojových střetnutí, která změnila moderní historii
Přehled bojových střetnutí, která změnila historii Kniha popisuje padesát bitev, které ovlivnily vývoj válečnictví i historie, od bitvy u Valmy v roce 1792 po války na sklonku 20. století. Přináší fascinující obrazové dokumenty, informační mapy bojišť i vzpomínky účastníků bojů.
Vztahy a spolupráce mezi spojeneckými (anglo-americkými) vojsky a špičkami zločineckých struktur při osvobozování italské Sicílie v roce 1943 během 2. světové války. Vojenský publicista-historik poměrně věrohodně vyvrací spekulace o významném, ba rozhodujícím podílu sicilské mafie na porážce italských a německých vojsk na ostrově. Určité, vesměs velmi okrajové formy spolupráce rozhodně nerozhodly o úspěchu celé kampaně. Poněkud komplikovanější situace nastává ale v období po osvobození. Spojenecká vojska nesmetla zároveň s protivníkem i mafii, která byla i přes dřívější akce a snahu Mussoliniho a jeho fašistů s ostrovem "pevně spjatá". O své nechtěli přijít tentokrát ani sicilští separatisté...
The true story of Britain and America's secret wartime dealings with the Mafia.
The complete story of the Highlanders - the fiercest Regiments in the British Army.
Uncovers the vast array of organised crimes committed in the 20th century within the British Empire.
The narrative unfolds through the voices of Highland soldiers, utilizing personal diaries, letters, and journals sourced from global archives. It highlights pivotal moments in Highland history, such as the 1759 Battle of Quebec, where the 78th Highlanders played a crucial role, and their valor at Waterloo alongside the Scots Greys against Napoleon. The account also covers their steadfastness during the Crimean War, particularly at Balaclava, showcasing the bravery and resilience of these soldiers in the face of formidable adversaries.
The Worldwide History of Warfare combines historical engravings, diagrams and artwork with an engaging modern text to create a visual study of humankinds extraordinary capacity for ingenuity in inventing new ways to wage war. The history of military hardware is interjected with fascinating diagrams of tactics and famous battles, which alongside an extensive glossary of terms creates a complete grammar for the school of war. Navigational features include tabs with detailed cross-references and timelines of key battles and inventions, which aid the reader in exploring the complex battleground of the history of warfare from ancient times through to the American Civil War.
Camouflage has become a global cult in todays fashion and design world. This book tells its fascinating story an interplay between modern military developments on the one hand, and the worlds of art, design and popular culture on the other. A dazzling revelation of camouflages power in nature, war and design, it will have a broad appeal to anyone interested in design, fashion, history and military history.
The narrative chronicles Lucky Luciano's dual life as a notorious mobster and a government pawn. It explores his rise to power in the New York underworld, detailing his involvement in organized crime, including sex and narcotics operations. Additionally, the book uncovers his surprising contributions to the Allies during World War II and delves into the complexities of his later years, where his fearsome reputation was sustained by authorities. This compelling account reveals the intricate relationship between crime and power in mid-20th century America.
Charles 'Lucky' Luciano was a vicious mobster who rose to become the multimillionaire king of the New York underworld. Lucky Luciano: Mafia Murderer and Secret Agent turns accepted Mafia history on its head with an extraordinary story that has never been told before. číst celé
