The Unknown Battle: Metz, 1944.
By Anthony Kemp.
Published by Stein and Day, 1981
Year published —-1981
Book format —-Hard cover
The battle of Metz in the autumn of 1944 was the last time in the history of modern warfare when supposedly outdated fortresses, built nearly a half century earlier. The author provides a well researched narrative and his descript ion of the campaign draws the reader in. He not only describes the obstacles facing Walker’s XX Corps, but also explains the significance of this campaign within the big picture during the closing months of 1944. This book is constructed in a eminently logical and readable sequence.The author narrates an interesting account of Patton coping with this extreme challenge.
Notes — dust jacket has som minor tears.
By Anthony Kemp.
Published by Stein and Day, 1981
Year published —-1981
Book format —-Hard cover
The battle of Metz in the autumn of 1944 was the last time in the history of modern warfare when supposedly outdated fortresses, built nearly a half century earlier. The author provides a well researched narrative and his descript ion of the campaign draws the reader in. He not only describes the obstacles facing Walker’s XX Corps, but also explains the significance of this campaign within the big picture during the closing months of 1944. This book is constructed in a eminently logical and readable sequence.The author narrates an interesting account of Patton coping with this extreme challenge.
Notes — dust jacket has som minor tears.
By Anthony Kemp.
Published by Stein and Day, 1981
Year published —-1981
Book format —-Hard cover
The battle of Metz in the autumn of 1944 was the last time in the history of modern warfare when supposedly outdated fortresses, built nearly a half century earlier. The author provides a well researched narrative and his descript ion of the campaign draws the reader in. He not only describes the obstacles facing Walker’s XX Corps, but also explains the significance of this campaign within the big picture during the closing months of 1944. This book is constructed in a eminently logical and readable sequence.The author narrates an interesting account of Patton coping with this extreme challenge.
Notes — dust jacket has som minor tears.
