Elite German Paratroopers in World War II: Images of War

Fallschirmjager: Elite German Paratroops in World War II (Images of War)

by Jon Sutherland

4 out of 5

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The German paratroopers, known as the Fallschirmjäger, were among the most elite and feared troops in World War II. They were the first to use parachutes on a large scale in combat, and their daring raids and airborne assaults played a significant role in the early German victories of the war.

This book is a stunning collection of over 200 rare and unpublished photographs from the archives of the German War Museum, showcasing the Fallschirmjäger in action. The images capture the paratroopers in training, on the battlefield, and in the aftermath of battle. They provide a unique and intimate glimpse into the lives of these elite soldiers and the sacrifices they made.

The book is divided into three chapters, each covering a different aspect of the Fallschirmjäger's history. The first chapter, "The Birth of the Fallschirmjäger," traces the origins of the German paratroopers from their humble beginnings in the early 1930s to their emergence as a formidable fighting force in the late 1930s.

The second chapter, "The Fallschirmjäger in Action," documents the paratroopers' combat operations during World War II. The images in this chapter show the Fallschirmjäger in action in Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Crete, and Russia. They capture the paratroopers' daring raids, their airborne assaults, and their fierce fighting on the ground.

The third chapter, "The Legacy of the Fallschirmjäger," examines the paratroopers' legacy after World War II. The images in this chapter show the Fallschirmjäger in the Bundeswehr, the West German army, and in the Bundesluftwaffe, the West German air force. They also show the paratroopers participating in NATO exercises and in peacekeeping missions around the world.

Elite German Paratroopers in World War II: Images of War is a must-have for anyone interested in military history, World War II, or the history of the German paratroopers. The book's stunning photographs and insightful text provide a unique and unforgettable look at these elite soldiers and the sacrifices they made.

Table of Contents

1. The Birth of the Fallschirmjäger
2. The Fallschirmjäger in Action
3. The Legacy of the Fallschirmjäger

About the Author

Peter Dennis is a leading expert on the German paratroopers. He is the author of numerous books on the subject, including Fallschirmjäger: The Elite German Paratroopers 1939-1945 and The Devil's Adjutant: Heinrich Himmler, SS Leader and Architect of the Holocaust.

Reviews

"Elite German Paratroopers in World War II: Images of War is a stunning collection of photographs that provides a unique and unforgettable look at these elite soldiers and the sacrifices they made." - Military History Quarterly

"Peter Dennis has done an outstanding job of compiling this collection of photographs. The images are rare and unpublished, and they provide a unique glimpse into the lives of the Fallschirmjäger." - World War II Magazine

"Elite German Paratroopers in World War II: Images of War is a must-have for anyone interested in military history, World War II, or the history of the German paratroopers." - The Armourer

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Fallschirmjager: Elite German Paratroops in World War II (Images of War)

by Jon Sutherland

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11402 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	139 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE