Robert J. Edwards

By the end of 1941, having suffered significant setbacks in its offensive to take Moscow, the German Army and its armoured forces began to lose their aura of invincibility, both to the Allies and the German home front. This book, part of the Third Reich’s attempt to bolster morale, showcases the actions of the 3rd Panzer Division. The division performed well in the early phases of Operation Barbarossa but experienced grave hardship in the drive on Moscow. Written by war correspondents who watched the battles unfold firsthand, Panzer Wedge has a unique“you-are-there” perspective that captures the heady spirit of the offensive’s beginning as well as the dogged fighting that brought it to a halt. The book will appeal to anyone who enjoys accounts of World War II combat, especially tank warfare, and to historians researching how the war effort was reported on the German home front. It offers significant insight into the conflict that has so long captured the imagination of history enthusiasts everywhere. About the Author Lt. Fritz Lucke served with the German Army during World War II. Robert Edwards, a retired U.S. Army armour officer, has taught at West Point. He lives in Navarre, Florida. Michael Olive has been researching military history for decades, with a focus on tanks and aircraft. He lives in British Columbia.

Scouts Out is the definitive account of German armored reconnaissance in World War II, essential for historians, armor buffs, collectors, modelers, and wargamers. The first extensive treatment of the subject in English, it features:•? Profiles of the armored reconnaissance vehicles that performed vital functions for the Third Reich's war machine•? Capsule histories of the reconnaissance elements of panzer and mechanized infantry divisions, including those of the Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe•? Firsthand accounts from reconnaissance soldiers•? Hundreds of photos, the majority of which have never been published before•? Color illustrations of uniforms and insignia

Scouts Out is the definitive account of German armored reconnaissance in World War II, essential for historians, armor buffs, collectors, modelers, and wargamers. The first extensive treatment of the subject in English, it features:Profiles of the armored reconnaissance vehicles that performed vital functions for the Third Reich's war machineCapsule histories of the reconnaissance elements of panzer and mechanized infantry divisions, including those of the Waffen-SS and LuftwaffeFirsthand accounts from reconnaissance soldiersHundreds of photos, the majority of which have never been published beforeColor illustrations of uniforms and insignia

Complete visual history of Rommel and his Afrika Korps A fantastic new addition to the Stackpole Military Photo Series, Rommel's Desert Warriors, strives to provide a complete visual history of Rommel and his Afrika Korps in the desert of North Africa. Erwin Rommel was appointed commander of the Afrika Korps in the February of 1941. The intention was to create a unit that could act as a "blocking force" to support the Italian army struggling against British forces in Libya. It was during this time in North Africa that Rommel earned the title 'The Desert Fox.' The North African Campaign became a desperate game of hide and seek as the British and Germans rallied against each other with varying degrees of success in the harsh wasteland. Rommel's Desert Warriors is a fantastic visual exploration of the hard- fought campaign for Africa during World War II. Included are hundreds of photos of men, tanks and other weapons, uniforms and desert terrain, many of which are rare and have never before been published. This is an ideal reference guide for World War II history fans, scholars, and modellers