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The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers PB
The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers By: Paul Kennedy Paperback 704 Pages About national and international power in the "modern" or Post Renaissance period. Explains how the various powers have risen and fallen over the five centuries since...R417.18 -
The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941 - Paperback
The Rise of Germany, 1939-1941: The War in the West, Volume One James Holland Paperback 720 Pages 2016 The Second World War is one of the most significant conflicts in history, but for seven decades our understanding of the war has remained mostly...R333.74 -
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The Rise of The G.I. Army 1940-1941 HC
The Rise of the G.I. Army, 1940- 1941: The Forgotten Story of How America Forged a Powerful Army Before Pearl HarborBy: Paul Dickson416 pagesJuly 2020 The dramatic, untold story of how the American Army was mobilized from scattered outposts two years...R500.62 -
The Road to Cisterna HC - Signed Copy
A focused study of the operation(s) around Cisterna (Italian campaign), analyzing tactical movements, command decisions, and soldier experiences that shaped the route to the town and its strategic importance. Full of maps, orders of battle, and firsthand...R750.09 -
The Saboteur HB
The Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France's Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando Paul Kix Hardcover 304 Pages 2017 In the tradition of Agent Zigzag comes this breathtaking biography, as fast-paced and emotionally intuitive as the very best spy...R467.07 -
The Savage Storm HC
This work examines a ferocious WWII campaign—emphasizing combat, weather, logistics, and human experience in extreme conditions. Holland’s signature blend of soldier testimony, archival research, and narrative pressure provides a vivid...R533.99 -
The Second World War Illustrated: The First Year - Paperback
The Second World War Illustrated: The First Yearby Jack HolroydPaperback272 Pages2019 The first volume covers contributory factors leading up to the outbreak of hostilities. Hitler's amazing success in correcting the real and perceived insults to the...R549.84 -
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The Second World War PB
Master historian Antony Beevor delivers a sweeping and authoritative account of World War II in The Second World War. Drawing from newly available sources and decades of scholarship, Beevor presents a global narrative that spans the frontlines of Europe,...R483.76 -
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The Second World Wars HB
The Second World Wars: How the First Global Conflict Was Fought and Won Victor Davis Hanson Hardcover 720 Pages 2017 A definitive account of World War II by America's preeminent military historian World War II was the most lethal conflict in...R750.92 -
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The Secret War PB
The Secret War by acclaimed historian Max Hastings uncovers the hidden battles of espionage, sabotage, and intelligence during World War II. With vivid detail and expert analysis, Hastings profiles spies, codebreakers, and covert operations on both sides...R383.64 -
The Soldier's Truth HC
The Soldier's Truth: Ernie Pyle and the Story of World War IIby David ChrisingerHardcover400 PagesMay 30, 2023 Named a best book of 2023 by BooklistA beautiful reckoning with the life and work of the legendary journalist Ernie Pyle, who gave World...R500.62 -
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The Sound of Swing: Benny Goodman CD
Sound of Swing: Tribute to the Benny Goodman Sound CD Song List: 1. Don't Be That Way 2. After You've Gone 3. Taking a Chance On Love (feat. Jaimee Paul) 4. Moonglow 5. Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen 6. Flying Home 7. How Long Has This Been Going...R250.14 -
The Split History of the Attack on Pearl Harbor PB
The Split History of the Attack on Pearl HarborBy: Steven OtfinoskiPaperback64 pages2018Age Range: 10 - 14Grade Level: 5 - 6 Every battle has two sides, and the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II is no different. Experience the event from...R149.35 -
The Spy and The State HC
Uncover the full arc of American intelligence—from colonial espionage to contemporary threats—in this masterful 632-page volume by Jeffrey P. Rogg (June 2025). Offering bold insights into civil-intelligence relations and the national security...R667.32 -
The Spy Toolkit: Extraordinary Inventions from World War II
The Spy Toolkit: Extraordinary inventions from World War II by The National Archives and Stephen TwiggeHardcover157 PagesMay 2018 A revealing, sometimes sinister and often hilarious look at the gadgets and devices devised to help spies in their...R250.31 -
The SS Officer's Armchair HC
The S.S. Officer's Armchair: Uncovering the Hidden Life of a NaziBy: Daniel LeeHardcover320 Pages2020 Based on documents discovered concealed within a simple chair for seventy years, this gripping investigation into the life of a single S.S. officer...R467.24 -
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The Storm of War PB
The Storm of War: A New History of the Second World War Andrew Roberts Paperback 800 Pages 2012 "Roberts'spopulist approach makes for a rollicking good read and never comes at theexpense of accuracy. His mastery of the huge variety of subjects is...R417.01 -
The Story of Black Military Officers, 1861-1948 PB
The Story of Black Military Officers, 1861-1948 By Krewasky A.A. Salter 304 pages Paperback 2015 This book by Krewasky Salter chronicles the history of Black military officers from the Civil War through the early Cold War era. It highlights their...R984.38 -
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The Story of World War II - Audiobook
The Story of World War II - Audiobook by Donald L. MillerNarrated by Michael KramerUnabridged, Run Time: 24 hrs, 52 minsAugust 2012MP3 CD FormatDrawing on previously unpublished eyewitness accounts, prizewinning historian Donald L. Miller has...R750.09 -
The Story of WWII - Paperback
The Story of World War II: Revised, Expanded, and Updated by Donald L. Miller and Henry Steele CommagerPaperback704 Pages Drawing on previously unpublished eyewitness accounts, prizewinning historian Donald L. Miller has written what critics are calling...R417.01
Whether you're a seasoned historian or a curious reader, our Books Collection at the National WWII Museum promises a captivating and enlightening journey through the pages of history.
Embark on a literary journey through the lesser-discussed theaters and hotspots of WWII, gaining insight into the untold stories that shaped the course of history. From riveting accounts of military campaigns to in-depth analyses of social impacts, our collection ensures a well-rounded understanding of this pivotal era.
Uncover the heroes and heroines who played pivotal roles in shaping the world, with biographies that spotlight the contributions of women and African-Americans. Connect with the stories with our insight selection of historical fiction.
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