World At War, The

The World at War brings to life the events of World War i and World War ii in vivid detail, tracing the course of these two global conflicts from every perspective. World War 1 left an indelible mark on the collective memories of countries that lost a generation of young men. It was hailed as the 'war to end war', but 20 years later the world was thrown into the most destructive and world shattering conflict of all time. The World at War details the military, strategic, and political events of both world wars - and the events leading up to them. Packed with authoritative information and compelling images, it provides a true understanding of the wars that changed the world.