Download or read book Weirdest War Two Extraordinary Tales and Unbelievable Facts from the Second World War written by M. J. Trow and published by Blkdog Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-25 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was Britain's Thermopylae really fought over a tennis court? What happened in Canada during the invasion of Winnipeg? How did the Night Witches terrify and torment the Axis? Was Hitler actually sent to spy on the Nazis by the army? Who was the schoolgirl who helped win the Battle of Britain? Truth, they say, is the first casualty of war. You will have to decide how many such casualties occur in this book, the third in the Weird War series. Amber rooms worth a fortune, the spear that pierced Christ's side, deadly female snipers and Lucille Ball's spooky teeth, it's all here for the discerning buff of 1939-45. Whether it's official Nazi propaganda dreamed up by Josef Goebbel's Ministry of Enlightenment or the 'scuttlebutt' of the US navy; tall stories from the officers' mess or attempts to escape from the grim reality of total war, the Second World War provides a fascinating glimpse into the mindset and ingenuity of a generation. Have we now exhausted our supply of weirdness? With new information coming to light all the time from the classified archives in the corridors of power, we wouldn't bet on it!
Download or read book Weirdest War Two Extraordinary Tales and Unbelievable Facts from the Second World War written by M. J. Trow and published by BLKDOG Publishing. This book was released on 2021-07-25 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Was Britain's Thermopylae really fought over a tennis court? What happened in Canada during the invasion of Winnipeg? How did the Night Witches terrify and torment the Axis? Was Hitler actually sent to spy on the Nazis by the army? Who was the schoolgirl who helped win the Battle of Britain? Truth, they say, is the first casualty of war. You will have to decide how many such casualties occur in this book, the third in the Weird War series. Amber rooms worth a fortune, the spear that pierced Christ's side, deadly female snipers and Lucille Ball's spooky teeth, it's all here for the discerning buff of 1939-45. Whether it's official Nazi propaganda dreamed up by Josef Goebbel's Ministry of Enlightenment or the 'scuttlebutt' of the US navy; tall stories from the officers' mess or attempts to escape from the grim reality of total war, the Second World War provides a fascinating glimpse into the mindset and ingenuity of a generation. Have we now exhausted our supply of weirdness? With new information coming to light all the time from the classified archives in the corridors of power, we wouldn't bet on it!
Download or read book The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book written by M. J. Trow and published by Blkdog Publishing. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Second World War ended over seventy-five years ago and yet it holds a lasting fascination for millions. Most school children worldwide have studied it but it is unlikely that they would have learned any of the fascinating facts to be found in The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book. Funny, heart-breaking and downright borderline unbelievable, the snippets in this book are perfect for dropping into conversations to amaze and amuse your friends. You might also find yourself becoming the king or queen of the pub trivia quiz when you have knowledge of Winkie the Pigeon, the Battle of the Tennis Court and the Bee Bombs of Prester John. One thing to be careful of - never, ever lend this book to anyone; it is totally addictive and you will never see it again! Many books of trivia push the envelope and the facts inside can't be trusted. This is not something to worry about with The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book because it comes from the pens of Richard Denham (Robin Hood: English Outlaw and Arthur: Shadow of a God) and M. J. Trow (The Black Book and Enemies of the State). Just because a fact sounds unlikely doesn't mean it isn't true and you can amaze your friends and colleagues as well as clean up at the Dog and Duck by memorizing absolutely any of these facts, presented in short snippets for either devouring all at once or for browsing in the loo. Complete with a whistle-stop tour of the causes, course and consequences of the war by M. J. Trow who, to quote a recent reviewer could 'make a shopping list interesting', this book is a quick way to learn more than you ever thought there was to know about the weird and wonderful side of World War Two.
Download or read book Moon Rising written by M. J. Trow and published by BLKDOG Publishing. This book was released on 2024-02-28 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book twelve in the Kit Marlowe series. May 1593. The rumour spreading around London like wildfire is that Kit Marlowe, playwright, poet and government agent, is dead; killed, men say, in a tavern brawl. But can it be true? And is it that simple? A Puritan stranger turns up at the Rose theatre in Southwark bearing somewhat of a resemblance to the man of fire and air. Is it a trick of the light? Is it a ghost? Or has Kit Marlowe really cheated death and is he now out for revenge on those who tried to kill him? From the highest in the land, in the Whitehall corridors of power, to the lowlife of the Smock Alleys, everyone is a target as the dead poet hunts down the men responsible. Moon Rising sees the welcome return of the queen's most enigmatic spy, the Muse's darling, who doesn't let a little thing like death stand in his way.
Download or read book Weird War Two written by Richard Denham and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-13 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the wonderfully weird World War Two... The Second World War was the bloodiest on record. It was the first total war in history when civilians - men, women and children - were on the front line as never before. With so many millions involved, the rumour machine went into overdrive, tall stories built on fear of the unknown. With so much at stake, boffins battled with each other to build ever more bizarre weapons to outgun the enemy. Nazi Germany alone had so many government-orchestrated foibles that they would be funny if they were not so tragic. Parachuting sheep? Pilot pigeons? Rifles that fire round corners? Men who never were? You will find them all in these pages, the weird, wonderful and barely believable tales from World War Two.
Download or read book The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book Unbelievable Facts Extraordinary Accounts and Tall Tales from the Second World War written by M. J. Trow and published by BLKDOG Publishing. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Second World War ended over seventy-five years ago and yet it holds a lasting fascination for millions. Most school children worldwide have studied it but it is unlikely that they would have learned any of the fascinating facts to be found in The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book. Funny, heart-breaking and downright borderline unbelievable, the snippets in this book are perfect for dropping into conversations to amaze and amuse your friends. You might also find yourself becoming the king or queen of the pub trivia quiz when you have knowledge of Winkie the Pigeon, the Battle of the Tennis Court and the Bee Bombs of Prester John. One thing to be careful of - never, ever lend this book to anyone; it is totally addictive and you will never see it again! Many books of trivia push the envelope and the facts inside can't be trusted. This is not something to worry about with The Ultimate World War Two Trivia Book because it comes from the pens of Richard Denham (Robin Hood: English Outlaw and Arthur: Shadow of a God) and M. J. Trow (The Black Book and Enemies of the State). Just because a fact sounds unlikely doesn't mean it isn't true and you can amaze your friends and colleagues as well as clean up at the Dog and Duck by memorizing absolutely any of these facts, presented in short snippets for either devouring all at once or for browsing in the loo. Complete with a whistle-stop tour of the causes, course and consequences of the war by M. J. Trow who, to quote a recent reviewer could 'make a shopping list interesting', this book is a quick way to learn more than you ever thought there was to know about the weird and wonderful side of World War Two.
Download or read book The World War 2 Trivia Book written by Bill O'Neill and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The World War 2 Trivia Book is an entertaining, instructive and interesting Trivia & Facts book about the World War 2. Get ready to impress your friends with your knowledge - not just of the main events of World War 2, but of all the gritty details and weird true facts.
Download or read book Utterly Unbelievable WWII in Facts written by Adam Frost and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2019-04-18 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare to discover the most utterly unbelievable REAL facts about WWII . . . Did you know that onions were given as birthday presents in WWII? Or that exploding camel dung was used as a weapon? Could a leaky toilet force a submarine crew to abandon ship? This is history like you've never known it before! Ask yourself . . . Would you eat squirrel tail soup, cow's udders, or a carrot on a stick? Could you share 12.7cm of bathwater with your WHOLE family - for your weekly wash? If you were a spy, which gadgets and inventions would you choose? From flying tanks to Operation Toenail, read about the daring, tragic and heroic events that shaped one of the most influential conflicts in modern times. With a bold design and colourful illustrations, picture the most amazing, and unbelievable, facts from this world-changing time. Puffin and IWM (Imperial War Museums) are proud to be working together to educate and inspire young readers with tales from the past. Puffin know that stories can take you anywhere. As one of the most beloved children's publishers, we aim to fire every young imagination. Uncovering people's experiences during wartime, from the First World War to the present day, IWM is a family of five museums (IWM London, Churchill War Rooms, HMS Belfast, IWM North, and IWM Duxford).
Download or read book Weird War Two Strange Facts and Tales from the World s Weirdest Conflict written by M. J. Trow and published by BLKDOG Publishing. This book was released on 2020-08-13 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the wonderfully weird World War Two... The Second World War is the bloodiest on record. It was the first total war in history when civilians; men, women and children were in the front line as never before. With so many millions involved, the rumour machine went into overdrive, tall stories built on fear of the unknown. With so much at stake, boffins battled with each other to build ever more bizarre weapons to out-gun the enemy. Nazi Germany alone had so many government-orchestrated foibles that they would be funny if they were not so tragic. Parachuting sheep? Pilot pigeons? Rifles that fire round corners? Men who never were? You will find them all in these pages, the weird, wonderful and barely believable of World War Two
Download or read book Tales of World War II written by Dr. Hattie Hearn and published by Neon Squid. This book was released on 2023-10-03 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It’s the Second World War as you’ve never seen it before—discover the hidden stories of incredible human spirit during the world’s darkest hour. Everyone knows what Adolf Hitler, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Winston Churchill were doing during World War II, but what about ordinary people? In this beautifully illustrated book, war historian Dr. Hattie Hearn reveals some of the most incredible true tales from the war, including: • The Canadian cabin boy who avoided German U-boats crossing the Atlantic • The Navajo soldiers who developed a secret code to outfox their enemies • The African-American jazz singer who worked as a spy for the French Resistance Beautifully illustrated by Margarida Esteves and featuring stories from all over the world, Tales of World War II also contains jaw-dropping tales including the dog used to find survivors in the London Blitz, the champion cyclist who carried secret messages to help Jews escape the Nazis, and the bear who was recruited by the Polish army! Interspersed throughout the stories are pages explaining the key events of the war—from Pearl Harbor and Dunkirk to D-Day and the Holocaust.
Download or read book World War II written by Donald McCombs and published by Wings. This book was released on 1994 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 4,139 entries covering the battles, backgrounds and players in the Allied and Axis powers. A cornucopia of unusual information to intrigue any World War II buff and a unique approach to learning history. 672 pages.
Download or read book 101 Amazing Facts about The Second World War written by Jack Goldstein and published by Andrews UK Limited. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What was the origin of the word ‘Nazi'? Who were the key figures involved in the Second World War, and what terrible weapons did they unleash? All these questions and more are answered in this fascinating book containing over one hundred facts about WWII. Whether you are looking for information to include in a project or article, or you are just interested in finding out more about this tragic period in modern history, this is a perfect addition to any bookshelf.
Download or read book Strange and Obscure Stories of World War II written by Don Aines and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are overlooked or forgotten tales from the world's greatest conflict. These are stories of courage, daring, and stupidity, some of which would challenge the imaginations of Hollywood scriptwriters. Some of the many true tales that author Donald Aines recounts include: • He would never be cast as a dashing war hero, but a cast member of "The Addams Family" television show volunteered for one of the most dangerous jobs the Army Air Force had to offer. • The US Navy's deadliest submarine claimed an unexpected victim with its last torpedo, and led to one of the war's most harrowing tales of survival. • Bob Hoover's escape from a German stalag would have made a great movie. • British commando "Mad Jack" Churchill earned his nickname, arming himself to fight a 20th century war with a 15th century attitude and weapons. • The Germans and Japanese wasted precious resources developing weapons more dangerous to the users than their enemies. • The GI who stole the voices of his victims, and other Allied and Axis serial killers. Within the pages of Strange and Obscure Stories of World War II,the reality of war trumps fiction.
Download or read book World War II written by Don McCombs and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Interesting Facts about World War 2 written by Michelle L Fischer and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-04-08 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interested in World War Two? Ever wondered about what happened at the Battle of Stalingrad? What were the tanks used by the Germans? What guns did American soldiers use? This book has you covered. Filled to the brim with exciting information on the Second World War, readers will delight in learning more about the greatest armed conflict in history. Read about the tank fighting at Kursk, the might of British Spitfire, or learn about the dropping of the atomic bombs. This book covers every front of the war, from start to finish. North Africa to Midway to Leningrad to D-day, no front is left unexplored. If you were unclear about how World War Two played out, this book can help you get the facts straight. Everything written inside is correct, and formatted to help the reader understand. Everyone from novice youngsters just getting started in historical learning, to more astute readers who know their way around Normandy can enjoy the information. These books are also great for parents who want something their kids can read safely, in the knowledge their kids are learning something valuable and not wasting their time with bad or malicious entertainment. This book is divided into three sections in two styles. Each section covers different fronts in the war, starting with the Eastern Front, then the North African and Western European Front, and finally, the Pacific theater of operations. The chapters are split between historical explanations of facts and events, dotted with interesting trivia that keeps the event vivid and helps them come alive; things like what made the Stuka so terrifying or the T-34 such a good tank. The other portions of the chapters are lists that help categorize interesting trivia about the soldiers, tanks, and planes that took part in the Second World War. This allows readers to select how deeply they want to get involved in learning at any given time. Find out about the harsh conditions of the Battle of the Bulge, or maybe just read some interesting facts about the Il-2 attacker, the choice is left up to the reader. Whether you're a diehard history fanatic or just starting to get interested in the second "War to End All Wars," this book is perfect. Comprehensive, but not bogged down in unnecessary detail. Follow the war from start to finish and learn some fun facts along the way. Rediscover WWII By Scrolling Up And Click "BUY NOW" Now!
Download or read book Bizarre Tales from World War II written by William Breuer and published by Castle Books. This book was released on 2008-05-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ernest Hemingway stalks U-Boats. A Belgian woman halts the Panzers. Adolf Hitler plays Santa Claus. If you think these are tall tales, guess again. More than 140 of the most bizarre, curious, and downright strange incidents from World War II are documented here based on personal interviews, archives and declassified documents.
Download or read book Did You Know This about World War II written by Bill O'Neill and published by . This book was released on 2019-10-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Would you like to learn more about World War II? How much do you really know about World War II? There's so much more to learn about World War II beyond what you probably learned in class or what you will get from a standard history book.In this book, you'll find the answers to the following questions:- What was "Operation Werewolf"?- What role did Jeep, Mitsubishi, and Volkswagen play in the war?- How many people died in the little talked about Battle of Luxembourg?- Who was the "Sky Samurai"?- When did the 82nd Airborne Division form?- Who were the two most famous female pilots of World War II?- Why does the name "Quisling" mean traitor?And so much more!This book is packed with trivia facts about World War II and written in way that not only teaches you about some of the lesser known facts about the most important war of the twentieth century, but also to test you on your knowledge of those facts. Some of the facts are surprising, some of them are strange, but all of them are fascinating and will keep you glued to the page wanting to read more! You'll learn everything you could have wondered about World War II and then some.You might think you already know a lot about World War II, but I guarantee that the World War II Quiz Book will introduce you to new facts, people, and events. It will be like you were there fighting the battles on the Eastern Front, North Africa, and the Pacific.So, what are you waiting for? Open the pages of this book and discover the things you never learned about the Second World War but wish you had.
