Description
Explore World War II in unprecedented detail with this compelling geographical guide. If you're interested in finding out more about one of the deadliest wars in history, our Smithsonian World War II Map by Map book brings the timeline to life as never before. This intricately detailed history book gives readers a sense of the magnitude, mobility, and speed at which colossal armies swept through these vast landscapes during a war that claimed millions of lives and spanned the globe.
Follow the key developments of World War II in unprecedented visual detail, with more than 100 specially created historical WW2 maps covering all major theaters of war. Discover how the conflict raged around the globe on land, air, and sea, while timelines provide an in-depth chronology of events. Beautiful archival photographs, contemporary artifacts, and profiles of famous leaders reveal the full story of the war that shaped the modern world.
Museum Story
The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, Behring Center, is responsible for the collection, care, and preservation of more than three million objects.
Details
- Hardcover
- 288 pages
- 12.1" x 10.2"
