Defense of the Rhine 1944–45 (Fortress)

Type

Book

Authors

Steven J. Zaloga

ISBN 10

1849083878

ISBN 13

9781849083874

Tags

Reference, Strategy, World War II, Engineering, History

Description

The Rhine River represented the last natural defensive barrier for the Third Reich in the fall of 1944. Although Hitler had been reluctant to allow the construction of tactical defense lines in France, the final defense of the Reich was another matter. As a result, construction of a Rhine defense line began in September 1944. Steven J Zaloga examines the multiple phases of construction undertaken to strengthen the Westwall (Siegfried Line), to fortify many of the border villages, and finally to prepare for the demolition of the Rhine bridges. Using detailed maps, color artwork, and expert analysis, this book takes a detailed look at Germany's last line of defense. - from Amzon

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