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Graphic account of the two major battles fought at Copenhagen during the Napoleonic Wars based on previously unpublished first-hand accounts from the British and Danish sides.

Explore the powerful medium of mosaic in this book which offers a fresh perspective on the ancient art.

In the time of the great Anglo-Saxon kings like Alfred and Athelstan, Æthelred and Edmund Ironside, what was warfare really like - how were the armies organized, how and why did they fight, how were the warriors armed and trained, and what was the Anglo-Saxon experience of war?

Drawing on official documentation and unit histories, Dennis investigates the formations that operated these vehicles and uses archive photos and extensively researched color illustrations to examine the markings, camouflage and technical aspects of the Sdkfz 234/2, 234/3 and 234/4 armored cars that served on the Western and Eastern Fronts.

An absorbing new way to look at the ancient weaving techniques of peg loom and stick weaving.

The United Kingdom has some of the most dramatic landscapes that can be used by pilots to train in the vital skill of low flying. Aircrew preparing for operations in Afghanistan, Iraq and other potential war zones frequently hone their skills flying through the valleys of the UK, sometimes at near subsonic speed.

Titanic - the most magnificent ocean liner of her time - was doomed and destined for disaster before she ever left the docks at Southampton. Doomed by her owner, doomed by her designers, doomed by the men who sailed her -- doomed even by her sister ship.

We dare you to take a look inside this cursed tome containing some of the most iconic and obscure monsters from the history of cinema.

This book represents the only detailed study of an Indian national enlisting in Britain's armed forces during the First World War.

First-hand account of Operation Barbarossa by a German general.

Natural dyes from the kitchen, eliminating the need for a garden of dye plants or the confidence/ability to go foraging for dye plants.

Gripping account of heroism in the face of near certain disaster. Includes first person accounts from the sailors aboard the Marblehead. Written by a highly respected author of US Naval operations in the Pacific Theater in WWII.

The Yearbook of Astronomy 2022 is the Diamond Jubilee edition of this iconic publication, the annual appearance of which has been eagerly anticipated by astronomers, both amateur and professional, ever since this invaluable book first appeared in 1962.

The only single-volume annual survey of naval developments around the world. Written by a team of internationally-renowned experts. Superbly illustrated with more than 200 of the very latest photographs. Hugely valuable for defence professionals as well as naval enthusiasts

A unique and detailed guide to walking Sherlock Holmes in London and to trips wider afield in the UK.

An introduction to period ship modelling beginning with readily available kits. Describes methods of improving kits, in preparation for building a model completely from scratch. 500 specially commissioned colour photos, illustrating every topic.

The autobiography of Britain's greatest fighting admiral of the twentieth century. A fascinating and at times gripping memoir. A new introduction that contextualises the Admiral's achievements.

Rag-rug making is an ideal creative outlet for those aiming for a more sustainable lifestyle.

The first book-length treatment of the topic in English.

Fills a void in the histography of the Falklands Conflict between the tactical actions and strategic considerations.

Provides a fascinating account of the significant battles, sieges and rebellions of the Civil War in Wales.

Castles are among the most visited tourist sights in Britain and Ireland, and the book will act as a companion and historical guide.

Major new study of the war that shaped eighteenth-century Europe. The first comprehensive history of the war to be published for ninety years.

Logistics is the vital subject in waging war. This book fills a gap in war studies with logistics as a huge subject at the centre of all conflict, globally and historically.

A complete history of women's football, from its Victorian roots to the Euro Finals in England 2021. This will be the most authoritative book ever published on the history of women's football.

John Sherwood was commissioned into the RAF on leaving school in 1936, joining a bomber squadron in 1940.