The most distinguished series in military history, published in the US for the first time. Each is volume written by a leading authority in the field and edited by John Keegan, the world's preeminent military historian.From the rise of Hitler and Mussolini to the battles in Normandy and North Africa, this comprehensive and illuminating volume explains the causes and tactics of warfare that engulfed Europe during World War II. 70 color, 30 b/w photographs. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.