World War 2: Stories from the German Special Forces: Eyewitness Accounts

There may be none more feared military unit than the dreaded German Stormtroopers. While that name has been taken by Hollywood, the real life troopers were deadly and dangerous. This book details the organization and formation of the Special Forces, from the earliest roots in biblical days to the World War II German elite units. There were missteps and successes that have gone down in history. These soldiers were specially trained, highly effective, and daring. They took chances that other men would have shied away from. While the German soldiers of World War II fought for the wrong causes, their bravery cannot be denied. Here’s just some of what you’ll learn about: • Origins of special forces • How Rommel forged the path for the formation of these units • Why they lost WWI • What their role was in WWII German Special Forces is a look into the elite forces that helped to shape the course of both World War I and World War II. Their bravery and mistakes have become the stuff of legends. Learn more about these soldiers today.

Author(s): Leonard Cooper  

ISBN 10: 1533410747
ISBN 13: 9781533410740
Pages: 52