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British Coastal Weapons vs German Coastal Weapons

The Dover Strait 1940–44
By Neil Short
Series: Duel
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British Coastal Weapons vs German Coastal Weapons by Neil Short delves into the strategic deployment and technological development of coastal artillery systems used by both Britain and Germany during wartime. The book explores the evolution and significance of these powerful defensive installations along coastlines, alongside the tactics and countermeasures developed by each side to maintain control over their maritime borders.
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If you have a keen interest in the strategic military engagements and technological advancements during WWII, this book might captivate you. It delves into the fascinating comparison of armaments used along the British and German coasts, offering insights into their impact on the outcomes of various encounters.

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British Coastal Weapons vs German Coastal Weapons

For the first time ever, compare the British and German World War II big guns duelling with each other and harrying shipping in the Channel.

For the first time ever, compare the British and German World War II big guns duelling with each other and harrying shipping in the Channel.

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British Coastal Weapons vs German Coastal Weapons by Neil Short provides a unique comparison of the British and German World War II big guns that engaged in duels and harassed shipping in the Channel.

For the first time, this book explores one of the longest-running battles of World War II, which took place across the English Channel. During this period, huge artillery guns not only attempted to destroy each other but also instilled psychological terror among local inhabitants living near the coast over a four-year period.

Neil Short meticulously examines the array of powerful weapons located across the Strait of Dover. Superb colour artworks illustrate both fixed gun batteries, such as 'Jane' and 'Clem', and batteries Todt and Lindemann, as well as railway artillery, including the German K5 and K12 guns and the British 18in. 'Boche Buster'.

The book also covers the construction and targeting technology used by each side in detail. Additionally, it features easy-to-follow maps pinpointing the locations of all the major sites around Dover and Calais.

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British Coastal Weapons vs German Coastal Weapons by Neil Short has been praised for shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of wartime history. It is considered an unusual but recommended read for its unique subject matter.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472849779

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: Colour illustrations throughout, including profiles, technical drawings, battlescene artworks, maps and photographs.

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Adam Hook

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 182.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 265g

Pages: 80

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Education & Reference Engineering, Technology & Agriculture European History History & Military Military History Neil Short Non-Fiction Science & Nature Series: Duel

About the Author

Neil Short studied history at the University of Lancaster and graduated with an Honours degree. He then moved to the University of Leeds, where he completed a Master’s Degree in Military History. He has published numerous books, including a number of titles for the Osprey Fortress series. Neil lives with his wife and family in Bristol, UK.

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