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- Gi Offensive in Europe : the Triumph of American Infantry Divisions
- Publication Name
- The GI Offensive in Europe
- Title
- The GI Offensive in Europe
- Subtitle
- The Triumph of American Infantry Divisions, 1941-1945
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- EAN
- 9780700612260
- ISBN
- 9780700612260
- Publisher
- University Press of Kansas
- Genre
- History
- Topic
- Military / World War II, Military / General
- Release Date
- 30/06/1999
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- US
- Item Weight
- 12.3 Oz
- Series
- Modern War Studies
- Publication Year
- 1999
- Item Length
- 9in
- Item Width
- 6in
- Number of Pages
- 362 Pages
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The German Wehrmacht was one of the most capable fighting forces the world has ever known, but in the end it was no match for the Allies. Some historians contend that the Allies achieved victory through brute force and material superiority. But, as Peter Mansoor argues, all of the material produced by U.S. industry was useless without trained soldiers to operate it, a coherent doctrine for its use, and leaders who could effectively command the formations into which it was organized. This book provides a comprehensive study of America's infantry combat performance in Europe during World War II, showing that the Army succeeded by developing combat effective divisions that could not only fight and win battles, but also sustain that effort over years of combat. While American industry admittedly enabled the U.S. to sustain its overseas armies, the effectiveness of those forces ultimately rested on their organizational capabilities and ability to adapt to combat in a variety of lethal environments and to learn from their mistakes. Mansoor analyzes the impact of personnel and logistical systems on the Army's strength, explaining how leaders used these systems to keep a small number of divisions at a high state of combat effectiveness. During the critical battles of 1944-45, American divisions were able to sustain this high level while their Wehrmacht counterparts disintegrated, demonstrating that the Army's endurance in extended combat was the most critical factor in its ultimate success. Mansoor also takes a close look at the personalities and capabilities of division commanders, infantry tactics and operations, logistics, and the benefits and weaknesses of stateside training. The American army won, asserts Mansoor, because unit for unit at the division level it was more effective than its adversaries. By showing how U.S. infantry developed more quickly and fought better than commonly believed, The GI Offensive in Europe contributes significantly to the history of the U.S. Army in the European theater and to our overall understanding of military effectiveness.
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University Press of Kansas
ISBN-10
0700612262
ISBN-13
9780700612260
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2347187
Product Key Features
Book Title
Gi Offensive in Europe : the Triumph of American Infantry Divisions
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
Military / World War II, Military / General
Publication Year
1999
Genre
History
Number of Pages
362 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
12.3 Oz
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This valuable account deserves a spot on the shelves alongside the works of Stephen Ambrose and Paul Fussell.-- Kirkus Reviews From the mobilization of an ill-trained and poorly equipped army in 1940 to the juggernaut of 69 infantry divisions by 1945, Mansoor provides a thoughtful and highly readable analysis along the bloody road to victory over the German army. A powerful story; strongly recommended.-- Library Journal This book touches directly upon questions the Army is currently considering, ranging from issues of logistical support and manning to the debate over independent brigades, and it merits reading not solely by students of history but by our military policy makers as well.-- Army History A compelling book well worth the attention of readers interested in the organization and training of an army for war.-- Parameters A provocative, splendidly researched, interestingly written account augmented with excellent maps and illustrations. Deserving of a wide readership.-- Choice, "Mansoor provides compelling arguments, supported by exceptional research and analysis, for the ultimate superiority of American infantry divisions in World War II. Very well written and a good read, this book makes a significant addition to the understanding of the American armys role in winning the war."Michael D. Doubler , author of Closing with the Enemy: How GIs Fought the War in Europe, 19441945 "A first-rate book that analyzes in convincing detail the institutional aspects of the American ability to produce a fighting army from literally nothing. With its strong human dimensions, it is also an essential complement to Stephen Ambroses writing."Dennis E. Showalter , author of Tannenberg: Clash of Empires "A compelling and invaluable study that identifies and explains the foundation of victory against the Axis in Europe. A must read for anyone interested in understanding the American experience in World War II."H. R. McMaster , author of Dereliction of Duty, "This valuable account deserves a spot on the shelves alongside the works of Stephen Ambrose and Paul Fussell."-- Kirkus Reviews "From the mobilization of an ill-trained and poorly equipped army in 1940 to the juggernaut of 69 infantry divisions by 1945, Mansoor provides a thoughtful and highly readable analysis along the bloody road to victory over the German army. A powerful story; strongly recommended."-- Library Journal "This book touches directly upon questions the Army is currently considering, ranging from issues of logistical support and manning to the debate over independent brigades, and it merits reading not solely by students of history but by our military policy makers as well."-- Army History "A compelling book well worth the attention of readers interested in the organization and training of an army for war."-- Parameters "A provocative, splendidly researched, interestingly written account augmented with excellent maps and illustrations. Deserving of a wide readership."-- Choice, "Mansoor provides compelling arguments, supported by exceptional research and analysis, for the ultimate superiority of American infantry divisions in World War II. Very well written and a good read, this book makes a significant addition to the understanding of the American army's role in winning the war."- Michael D. Doubler , author of Closing with the Enemy: How GIs Fought the War in Europe, 19441945 "A first-rate book that analyzes in convincing detail the institutional aspects of the American ability to produce a fighting army from literally nothing. With its strong human dimensions, it is also an essential complement to Stephen Ambrose's writing."- Dennis E. Showalter , author of Tannenberg: Clash of Empires "A compelling and invaluable study that identifies and explains the foundation of victory against the Axis in Europe. A must read for anyone interested in understanding the American experience in World War II."- H. R. McMaster , author of Dereliction of Duty, This valuable account deserves a spot on the shelves alongside the works of Stephen Ambrose and Paul Fussell.Kirkus Reviews From the mobilization of an ill-trained and poorly equipped army in 1940 to the juggernaut of 69 infantry divisions by 1945, Mansoor provides a thoughtful and highly readable analysis along the bloody road to victory over the German army. A powerful story; strongly recommended.Library Journal This book touches directly upon questions the Army is currently considering, ranging from issues of logistical support and manning to the debate over independent brigades, and it merits reading not solely by students of history but by our military policy makers as well.Army History A compelling book well worth the attention of readers interested in the organization and training of an army for war.Parameters A provocative, splendidly researched, interestingly written account augmented with excellent maps and illustrations. Deserving of a wide readership.Choice, "Mansoor provides compelling arguments, supported by exceptional research and analysis, for the ultimate superiority of American infantry divisions in World War II. Very well written and a good read, this book makes a significant addition to the understanding of the American army's role in winning the war."-- Michael D. Doubler , author of Closing with the Enemy: How GIs Fought the War in Europe, 1944-1945 "A first-rate book that analyzes in convincing detail the institutional aspects of the American ability to produce a fighting army from literally nothing. With its strong human dimensions, it is also an essential complement to Stephen Ambrose's writing."-- Dennis E. Showalter , author of Tannenberg: Clash of Empires "A compelling and invaluable study that identifies and explains the foundation of victory against the Axis in Europe. A must read for anyone interested in understanding the American experience in World War II."-- H. R. McMaster , author of Dereliction of Duty
Table of Content
List of Illustrations Acknowledgments 1. Introduction 2. The Mobilization of the Army of the United States 3. Citizens to Soldiers: Precombat Training 4. First Battles: North Africa and Sicily 5. The Long Road to Germany: The Italian Campaign, 1943-1944 6. Normandy: Graduate School in the Hedgerows 7. Breakout and Pursuit: Maneuver Versus Firepower 8. Sustaining the Force: The Siegfried Line, Lorraine, and Vosges Campaigns 9. The Battle of the Bulge 10. The American Blitzkrieg 11. The Combat Effectiveness of Infantry Divisions in the Army of the United States Glossary Notes Bibliography Index
Copyright Date
1999
Dewey Decimal
940.54/1273
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes
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