{"title":"Kevin Passmore","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the rich complexities of 20th-century history with the remarkable works of Kevin Passmore. Known for his in-depth exploration of historical and military topics, Passmore offers readers a nuanced understanding of significant events and themes that have shaped our world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Maginot Line\u003c\/em\u003e, Passmore provides a comprehensive analysis of this critical aspect of French military history. Through meticulous research, he unravels the strategies, implications, and eventual outcomes associated with this famous line of defence, inviting readers to explore the broader context of European military and political landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKevin Passmore’s writing is both accessible and informative, making his books an excellent choice for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Whether you're seeking to expand your knowledge or gain a fresh perspective on military history, Passmore's works are sure to engage and enlighten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our collection of Kevin Passmore's books and embark on a journey through history like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-maginot-line-by-kevin-passmore-9780300277043","title":"The Maginot Line","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn authoritative and original history of the Maginot Line that reshapes our understanding of interwar France and the events of 1940.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Maginot Line\u003c\/em\u003e was a marvel of 1930s engineering. The huge forts, up to eighty meters underground, contained hospitals, modern kitchens, telephone exchanges, and even electric trains. Kilometres of underground galleries led to casements hidden in the terrain, and turrets that rose from the ground to fire upon the enemy. The fortifications were invulnerable to the heaviest artillery and to chemical warfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite this extensive preparation, France fell to Germany in a little under six weeks. Eight decades on, the Maginot Line is still remembered as an expensively misguided response to obvious danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this groundbreaking account, Kevin Passmore reevaluates the Maginot Line. He traces the controversies surrounding construction, the lives of the men who manned the forts, the impact on German-speaking inhabitants of the frontier, and the fight against espionage from within. Far from a backward step, the Maginot Line was an ambitious project of modernisation — one that was let down by strategic error and growing dissatisfaction with fortification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46795435802860,"sku":"9780300277043","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24768173482294.jpg?v=1757029938"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kevin-passmore.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}