Cette série plonge au cœur du conflit le plus dévastateur de l'histoire moderne. Elle explore les stratégies, les batailles et les histoires humaines qui ont défini la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Des grandes opérations militaires aux sacrifices personnels, ces livres offrent un aperçu complet des événements qui ont remodelé le monde. C'est une lecture essentielle pour quiconque s'intéresse à l'histoire et à l'impact de ce cataclysme mondial.
Set during World War II, the narrative unfolds around the Los Baos prison raid, showcasing a gripping tale of war intertwined with themes of love and survival. The story highlights the bravery and audacity of this remarkable historical event, emphasizing the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. Robbins crafts a powerful account that captures the intensity of the raid and the emotional depth of the characters involved.
After the cataclysmic fall of Stalingrad, Germany's campaign in Russia stood on a knife's edge. Hitler had to break Russia quickly or the war would be over. Thus 'Operation Citadel' was conceived. This was a plan to eliminate the huge salient around the Russian city of Kursk and trap the enormous Soviet Army in a noose of German steel. The only trouble was that the Russians knew it was coming...A powerful look into the maelstrom of the greatest battle in history, LAST CITADEL follows the story through the eyes of a remarkable group of people - the men and women who fought for family, pride, country and, finally, for survival ...