Description: To Defeat the Few by Douglas C. Dildy, Paul F. Crickmore This history, based on an exhaustive study of German records, explores The Battle of Britain through the eyes of the Luftwaffe.Over the past 80 years, histories of the Battle of Britain have consistently portrayed the feats of The Few (as they were immortalized in Churchills famous speech) as being responsible for the RAFs victory in the epic battle. However, this is only part of the story.The results of an air campaign cannot be measured in terms of territory captured, cities occupied or armies defeated, routed or annihilated. Successful air campaigns are those that achieve their intended aims or stated objectives. Victory in the Battle of Britain was determined by whether the Luftwaffe achieved its objectives.The Luftwaffe, of course, did not, and this detailed and rigorous study explains why. Analysing the battle in its entirety in the context of what it was – historys first independent offensive counter-air campaign against the worlds first integrated air defence system – Douglas C. Dildy and Paul F. Crickmore set out to re-examine this remarkable conflict.Presenting the events of the Battle of Britain in the context of the Luftwaffes campaign and RAF Fighter Commands battles against it, this title is a new and innovative history of the battle that kept alive the Allies chances of defeating Nazi Germany. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Douglas C. Dildy is a retired US Air Force colonel who spent nine years of his 26-year career in Western Europe. He is also a USAF Academy graduate with a degree in history. He attended the US Armed Forces Staff College and USAF Air War College and holds a Masters Degree in Political Science. Doug has authored several campaign studies and is a regular contributor to the amateur modelling magazine Small Air Forces Observer.Paul F. Crickmore is the author of the much-acclaimed Lockheed Blackbird: Beyond the Secret Missions. He was commissioned to write his first book for Osprey 35 years ago and that since then he has written 20 books, including 12 for Osprey. He is also an honorary member of several A-12 and SR-71 veterans associations. Table of Contents Foreword by Paul E. EdenPrologue1. Westfeldzug: Why the Battle of Britain occurred2. Fall Gelb: Prologue to the Battle of Britain3. Dunkirk: Triumph without victory4. Was nun?: Hitlers strategic options, July 19405. The Luftwaffes Capabilities: Germanys only real means to defeat Great Britain6. The Luftwaffes Opponent: RAF Fighter Command7. Kanalkampf (Channel Battle): The Luftwaffes maritime air campaign8. Seelöwe (Sea Lion): Hitlers plan to invade Britain9. Adlerangriff Stage 1: 12–16 August 194010. Adlerangriff Stage 2: 17–19 August 194011. Adlerangriff Stage 3: 24 August to 6 September 194012. Adlerangriff Stage 4: 7–17 September 194013. Defeat Dies Slowly: 17 September through 31 October 194014. Analysis: Assessing the Battle of Britain from the Luftwaffes perspectiveAppendicesGlossaryBibliographyEndnotesIndex Review An incredible book offering insights into the crucial air battle over England never before revealed. It provides an operational-level view of the war from the German perspective yielding a unique study that is a must-read for students and practitioners of airpower alike. -- Lt Gen David A. Deptula, USAF (Ret.); Dean, Mitchell Institute for Aerospace StudiesSuperbly illustrated book... To Defeat the Few will find pride of place on the shelves of many readers, offering an interesting and intermediate level between the entirely strategic study of this campaign and the battles as close as possible to the pilots and crew. * Aerostories.org *Unlike previous literary works on the subject, this brilliantly written and epic rendering details the Luftwaffes all-out attempt to crush RAF Fighter Command during the two most decisive months of the Battle of Britain from the German perspective. The authors have successfully placed the reader behind the Luftwaffes strategic and tactical decisions employed in their quest to establish air-superiority for their planned cross-Channel invasion. This deeply researched work is of the highest quality containing original photos, illustrations, charts, and graphs on almost every page in support of their script and belongs in every library of those interested in the historical defense of England during this most critical time of World War II! -- Rick Bishop, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)This is a very worthwhile book and represents a more than laudable effort on the part of Douglas Dildy and Paul Crickmore... a must have/must read for those who study the battle. Highly recommended. -- Andy Saunders * Iron Cross * Promotional The Battle of Britain has acquired near-legendary status as one of the most iconic events of the 20th century. This history, based on an exhaustive study of German records, explores the battle through the eyes of the Luftwaffe. Review Quote An incredible book offering insights into the crucial air battle over England never before revealed. It provides an operational-level view of the war from the German perspective yielding a unique study that is a must-read for students and practitioners of airpower alike. Promotional "Headline" The Battle of Britain has acquired near-legendary status as one of the most iconic events of the 20th century. This new history, based on an exhaustive study of German records, explores the battle through the eyes of the Luftwaffe. Feature This title publishes in 2020 to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Details ISBN1472839188 Author Paul F. Crickmore Pages 384 Year 2020 ISBN-10 1472839188 ISBN-13 9781472839183 Format Hardcover Short Title To Defeat the Few Language English DEWEY 940.54211 Publication Date 2020-07-09 UK Release Date 2020-07-09 Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2020-07-09 Illustrations 300 colour and mono images, 8 maps and 5 graphics Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Imprint Osprey Publishing Subtitle The Luftwaffes campaign to destroy RAF Fighter Command, August–September 1940 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-08-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:128683889;
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ISBN-13: 9781472839183
Book Title: To Defeat the Few
Number of Pages: 384 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: To Defeat the Few: the Luftwaffe's Campaign to Destroy Raf Fighter Command, August-September 1940
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publication Year: 2020
Subject: Government, History
Item Height: 242 mm
Item Weight: 1560 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Douglas C. Dildy, Paul F. Crickmore
Item Width: 190 mm
Format: Hardcover