Burma '44

Discover the gripping narrative of 'Burma '44,' a masterful historical account by James Holland detailing one of World War II's most significant battles—the Defense of the Admin Box. This captivating book, published by Random House UK in a sturdy B-format paperback, offers unique insights into the extraordinary courage of British troops as they confronted the formidable Japanese Army in February 1944. 'Burma '44' is not just a recounting of military tactics, but a tribute to the diverse individuals—from clerks to Yorkshire infantry—whose bravery and tenacity led to a pivotal victory in the Burma campaign. With its 448 pages of vivid storytelling, this book is an essential addition to any military history enthusiast’s collection. The lessons learned during this fierce encounter reshaped the course of the war, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the dynamics of warfare and the human experience. Don't miss out on the chance to own this engaging tome, which comes with FREE shipping, ensuring your journey through history begins without delay. Explore the triumphs and tribulations that shaped the era, and gain a new appreciation for the courage displayed on these distant battlegrounds—get your copy of 'Burma '44' today and relive a critical moment in wartime history!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780552172035
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2017
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 448


Description:
'A first-rate popular history of a fascinating and neglected battle . . . James Holland is a master of spinning narrative military history from accounts of men and women who were there and BURMA '44 is a veritable page-turner' BBC History

In February 1944, a rag-tag collection of clerks, drivers, doctors, muleteers, and other base troops, stiffened by a few dogged Yorkshiremen and a handful of tank crews managed to hold out against some of the finest infantry in the Japanese Army, and then defeat them in what was one of the most astonishing battles of the Second World War.

What became know as The Defence of the Admin Box, fought amongst the paddy fields and jungle of Northern Arakan over a fifteen-day period, turned the battle for Burma. Not only was it the first decisive victory for British troops against the Japanese, more significantly, it demonstrated how the Japanese could be defeated. The lessons learned in this tiny and otherwise insignificant corner of the Far East, set up the campaign in Burma that would follow, as General Slim's Fourteenth Army finally turned defeat into victory.

Burma '44 is a tale of incredible drama. As gripping as the story of Rorke's drift, as momentous as the battle for the Ardennes, the Admin Box was a triumph of human grit and heroism and remains one of the most significant yet undervalued conflicts of World War Two.

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