Georgy Zhukov

Informationen zum Autor Robert Forczyk, illustrated by Adam Hook Klappentext Zhukov was the dominant figure in the Red Army during World War II even though his actual job title varied from day to day. Serving as a senior General Staff representative from the Stavka, Zhukov moved from one critical sector to the next, serving as advisor, coordinator and de facto front commander as required. There is no doubt that Zhukov played a critical role in salvaging the critical situation in the autumn of 1941 and leading the Red Army to an amazing reversal of fortunes in 1942-43 and eventual victory in 1944-45. However, Zhukov's methods were brutal and contributed to massive Soviet casualties, while he continued to keep his hand in political affairs as well. As the most recognized Soviet soldier of World War II, Zhukov's post-war fall from grace was precipitous and it was not until the fall of the Soviet Union that his reputation was restored. This book presents a analysis of Zhukov's military career, highlighting the strategies and tactics that made him such as successful military leader.A military biography of Zhukov , the most recognizable Soviet commander of World War II. Zusammenfassung A military biography of the most recognizable Soviet commander of World War II. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction Early years Military life Hour of destiny Opposing commanders Inside the mind When war is done A life in words Further reading Index

Product details

• Authors: Robert Forczyk, Forczyk Robert
• Assisted by: Adam Hook (Illustration), Adam (Illustrator) Hook (Illustration)
• Publisher: Osprey Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 20.03.2012
• EAN: 9781849085564
• ISBN: 978-1-84908-556-4
• No. of pages: 64
• Dimensions: 184 mm x 248 mm x 7 mm
• Series: Command; Command
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > 20th century (up to 1945); Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration; European History, HISTORY / Modern / 20th Century, HISTORY / Military / Strategy, 20th century, c 1900 to c 1999, Warfare & defence, Modern warfare, c 1940 to c 1949, USSR, Soviet Union, War and defence operations