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Anthony Tucker-Jones

    Tento autor, predtým obranný analytik s dvadsaťročnou praxou v britskej spravodajskej komunite, sa stal uznávaným autorom a historikom v oblasti obrany. Jeho diela sa zameriavajú na regionálne konflikty, boj proti terorizmu, spravodajské služby a vojenské záležitosti. Vďaka svojim rozsiahlym skúsenostiam a schopnosti jasne komunikovať s odborníkmi aj laikmi ponúka hlboký vhľad do komplexných globálnych tém. Jeho rozsiahle cestovateľské skúsenosti a akademické vzdelanie v medzinárodných vzťahoch a strategických štúdiách dodávajú jeho spismi autoritu a globálnu perspektívu.

    Soviet Cold War Weaponry: Tanks and Armoured Vehicles
    Armoured Warfare in the Korean War
    The Soviet-Afghan War
    The Battle for the Crimea 1941 - 1944
    Soviet Cold War Weaponry- Aircraft, Warships and Missiles
    Armoured Warfare in the First World War
    • Set during the chaotic final days of World War II in April 1945, the narrative captures the intense fighting in Berlin as Soviet forces confront fanatically loyal Nazi soldiers. Despite the inevitability of defeat, Hitler and his inner circle cling to power, leading to a harrowing end marked by violence and destruction. This account offers a dual perspective, highlighting both German and Allied experiences, strategies, and key figures, complemented by contemporary photographs that vividly illustrate the turmoil of the era.

      The Fall of Berlin2024
      3,9
    • The Battle for the Mediterranean

      • 256 stránok
      • 9 hodin čítania

      "This book provides a strategic overview of the war that is interweaved with fascinating personal accounts, its campaigns and battles." - Professor Geoffrey Roberts.In this exciting and illuminating account, Anthony Tucker-Jones explores the major campaigns across the whole Mediterranean during World War II, from the struggle for control of the Suez Canal to the Allied landings in the French Riviera in the summer of 1944. This was America's first foray into the European theater and marked a real turning point in the Allied offensive against Axis powers.• Battle for Crete• The Desert Air War• Second Battle of El Alamein• Operation Crusader• Invasion of Sicily (Operation Husky)The actions of famous generals are introduced, including Bernard Montgomery and George S. Patton, and how their strategic offensives pushed back Axis forces. Augmented by fascinating photographs and forwarded by Geoffrey Roberts, Emeritus Professor of History at University College Cork, The Battle for the Mediterranean tells the story of an all-encompassing conflict, by land, air and sea.

      The Battle for the Mediterranean2021
    • This engaging study delves into Winston Churchill's military career, tracing his journey from early colonial wars to his strategic command during World War II. It highlights his dual role as both political leader and military commander, showcasing his extreme risk-taking nature. Churchill is often celebrated as Britain’s greatest wartime leader, yet his approach mirrored that of contemporaries like Stalin, Hitler, and Mussolini, as he insisted on directing military strategy himself. This led to significant missteps, including disasters in Norway, North Africa, Greece, and Crete between 1940 and 1941, as well as a failed campaign in the Dodecanese in 1943. His stubbornness regarding the Italian campaign nearly resulted in his resignation and threatened the British Government. However, he also demonstrated decisive leadership during critical moments, such as refusing to surrender in 1940, the miracle at Dunkirk, and the victory in the Battle of Britain. He made tough decisions, including the destruction of the French Fleet to prevent it from falling into German hands and engaging in conflict with Vichy France. Acclaimed historian Anthony Tucker-Jones examines how Churchill's early military experiences influenced his controversial decisions in high office, assessing the successes and failures of his command during World War II.

      Churchill, Master and Commander2021
      4,1
    • Umenie Vojny

      • 136 stránok
      • 5 hodin čítania

      Umenie vojny Majstra Sun je už viac ako dva a pol tisíc rokov považované za základnú príručku bojovej taktiky a stratégie velenia a stalo sa kultovou knihou lídrov nielen na bojisku, ale predovšetkým v biznise. Karen McCreadie v tejto knihe vysvetľuje a komentuje vojnové stratégie Majstra Sun a ich využiteľnosť vo sfére podnikania. Na jej stránkach sa dozviete: Prečo musíte svoj trh poznať zo všetkých strán, aby ste dosiahli čo najlepšie výsledky, prečo je disciplína kľúčom k úspechu, prečo je pri využívaní nových možností rozhodujúca pružnosť, prečo sa musíte pripraviť na všetky scenáre, prečo musíte vždy kuť železo za horúca a mnoho ďalších užitočných poznatkov. Tento nanajvýš aktuálny výklad diela Sun‑c’ nie je prepisom originálu. Autorka vyberá prenikavé myšlienky Majstra Sun a poukazuje na ich nadčasovú povahu tým, že ich oživuje súčassnými príkladmi zo sveta podnikania. Tento osviežujúci prístup umožnil pretaviť výnimočnú múdrosť pôvodného Umenia vojny do pútavého sprievodcu k jednej z najlepších kníh o stratégii, aké boli kedy napísané. Karen McCreadie pracovala v oblasti marketingu a osobného rozvoja vo Veľkej Británii a v Austrálii, neskôr sa ako spoluautorka podieľala na viacerých knihách významných autorov.

      Umenie Vojny2019
      4,0
    • Iran-Iraq War

      • 136 stránok
      • 5 hodin čítania

      Concise account of a forgotten Cold War conflict and its terrible outcome. číst celé

      Iran-Iraq War2018
      3,5
    • Armoured Warfare in the First World War

      • 160 stránok
      • 6 hodin čítania

      Photographic history of the tanks of the Great War with rare archive shots of tanks in action on the Western Front.

      Armoured Warfare in the First World War2016
      4,7
    • The Battle for the Crimea 1941 - 1944

      • 160 stránok
      • 6 hodin čítania

      Graphic account of the struggle between the Red Army and the Wehrmacht for control of the Crimean peninsula between 1941 and 1944

      The Battle for the Crimea 1941 - 19442016
      5,0
    • The Soviet-Afghan War

      • 160 stránok
      • 6 hodin čítania

      Photographic history of the Soviet-Afghan conflict of 1979-1989. Shows the guerrilla tactics of the mujahideen. Records the Soviet use of armoured fighting vehicles. Portrays the bleak experience of the Soviet soldiers and their Afghan opponents. Puts the current Afghan war in a historical perspective.

      The Soviet-Afghan War2012
      4,0
    • Armoured Warfare in the Korean War

      • 134 stránok
      • 5 hodin čítania

      Photographs of Soviet, American and British armour in action during the Korean War Insight into the terrain and conditions faced by the tank crew on both sides Record of a neglected aspect of one of the major Cold War confrontations

      Armoured Warfare in the Korean War2012
      4,0