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from 1942 1. “Operation Torch: U.S. Launches North African Invasion” (November 8, 1942): On November 8, 1942, the United States launched Operation Torch, a massive invasion of North Africa. The invasion was led by General Dwight D. Eisenhower and included forces from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Free French forces under General Henri Giraud. The operation was a success and resulted in the capture of the key ports of Casablanca and Oran. 2. “Battle of Stalingrad Begins” (November 19, 1942): On November 19, 1942, the Battle of Stalingrad began as German forces attempted to capture the city from the Soviet Union. The battle was one of the bloodiest in history, with both sides suffering massive casualties. In the end, the Soviets were able to repel the Germans and the battle was a major turning point in World War II, leading to the eventual Allied victory. 3. “U.S. and Japanese Naval Battle at Guadalcanal” (November 13, 1942): On November 13, 1942, the United States and Japanese navies clashed off the coast of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands. The
Book Blurb:Germany, November 1938. Hitler and his Nazis launch the pogrom that will be known as Kristallnacht. Herman watches in horror as his cousin and a friend are arrested by the SA. As a Jew, he realizes it is past time to flee his homeland, a decision that catapults him from one adventure to another, his life changed forever by the maelstrom of world events. Part coming-of-age story, part immigrant tale, part World War II adventure, Immigrant Soldier, The Story of a Ritchie Boy closely fol
During the turbulent days of World War II, thousands of foreigners were interned in the United States. Men, women, and even children with ties to Japan, Italy, and Germany were sent to detention camps all across the country. In Michelle Shocklee’s new novel All We Thought We Knew, readers meet Gunther Schneider, a German medical…
World War II remains a pivotal moment in human history and while the war's devastation touched countless lives across the globe, Germany itself became ground zero for the Nazi regime's atrocities. WW2 novels set in Germany during this dark period offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people caught in the chaos of war. This collection of novels set in Germany during WWII offers a unique perspective on this turbulent time.
Jonathan Rush's "A Remarkable Stillness" is a poignant and elegantly crafted historical novel that transports readers to the heart of wartime London through the life of Winfred Marshall, a gifted young Australian pianist. Set against the backdrop of World War II, Rush intertwines the pursuit of musical mastery with the harsh realities of war, creating…
World War II's impact on France was profound, leaving a legacy of heroism, resilience, and heartbreaking loss. These ten WW2 novels set in France explore various aspects of this tumultuous period, offering unforgettable stories of love, resistance, and the enduring human spirit.
Book Blurb:During Stalin's brutal reign of terror, Janek, a Polish soldier, and his wife, Wanda, endure the horrors of Soviet labor camps and Siberian gulags as World War II rages across Europe. While millions perish, they endure the invasion of Poland by Germany and Russia and then miraculously survive mass deportations, imprisonment, torture, and starvation.Broken both physically and emotionally by their near-death experiences and the unspeakable atrocities of dictatorships and of war, Janek a
On Veterans Day we remember those who have served in the United States armed forces, and many of us have ancestors who served in some capacity in the military. The Family History Guide has a wealth of resources to help you trace your ancestry in the military, including links to records, articles, videos, and databases. Here's a quick summary of what you can find in the United States pages for military research: Goal E1: Learn about military records - This has an intro video and three Choices with extensive resources to help you with your research. Goal E2: Explore military records by conflict - This covers research and records for these wars involving the U.S.: Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Civil War, World War I, World War II, and Korean War, plus additional conflicts. Military Goals in U.S. State pages - Each state has a Goal 6 for military records and resources in that state, including QUIKLins to a wide variety of military record collections. The Vault - This super-page in The Family History Guide has hundreds of additional links for articles and videos about tracing ancestors who served in the U.S. military. Class Outlines - In the Trainers menu, the Class Outlines page has a United States section with six class outlines for teaching and learning about U.S. military records and resources. Many country pages in The Family History Guide also have Goals for military research. For example, there is Goal 9 in the England page and an extensive list of military records in the United Kingdom collector page. You might also enjoy this new RootsTech Reel about military records and artificial intelligence, produced by James Tanner: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fV1Rjv93ekc