by Estate Of Samuel Eliot Morison (Author)
The eleventh recounts the U.S. Navy's role in the invasion of Normandy-the largest and most complicated military operation ever undertaken. Involving more than a million American soldiers, 124,000 sailors, and 427,000 aviators, Operation Neptune-Overlord encompassed five major landings on the coast of Normandy. As Morison shows, the fire curtain provided by the powerful guns of the navy proved to be one of the most valuable trump cards of the Anglo-United States invasion armies.
Author Biography
Rear Adm. Samuel Eliot Morison wrote many popular and award-winning books on maritime history. He was the recipient of two Pulitzer Prizes, two Bancroft Prizes, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Number of Pages: 416
Dimensions: 1 x 9 x 6 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 15, 2011