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Title: The Complete Knight's Cross
Condition: New
Subtitle: The Years of Defeat 1944-1945
Author: Kevin Brazier
Format: Hardback
EAN: 9781781557839
ISBN: 9781781557839
Publisher: Fonthill Media Ltd
Genre: History
Topic: Military History, Biography, Law & Politics
Release Date: 17/11/2022
Description: The Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, to give it its full name, owes its origins to the Pour le Merite (Blue Max), an imperial award dating back to 1740. The Complete Knight's Cross is the only book to tell the story of all 7,364 men who were awarded it (including all the disputed awards). The book has over 200 photos of holders of the medal and over 100 photos of their graves. Volume One deals with 1939-41 (numbers 1-1267) and is subtitled The Years of Victory. Volume Two deals with 1942-43 (numbers 1268-3685) and is subtitled The Years of Stalemate. Volume Three deals with 1944-45 (numbers 3686-7364) and is subtitled The Years of Defeat. The recipients are listed in the order of the date of award. Each entry starts with the recipients rank and name, followed by details of the action or actions for witch they were awarded it. Other interesting facts and stories are also included for many of them. Finally their burial locations, where known are given. Any higher awards (Oak Leaves, Swords, Diamonds and the ultimate Golden award) are also covered.
Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: GB
Item Height: 234mm
Item Length: 156mm
Item Width: 73mm
Item Weight: 2112g
Book Series: Complete Knight's Cross 3
Release Year: 2022

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