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A large variety of railway liveries, from the BR era to the current passenger and freight scene. Features countrywide locations, including Preserved Railways. Useful detail within photographs for railway modellers. Reflective commentary accompanies each caption. Liveries are presented in alphabetical order to assist research.

Explores the facts behind how the world's armed forces, particularly those in the USA and UK view the subject of UFOs.

Uncovers the full story of the social unrest that was seen throughout Britain at the times of the Napoleonic Wars.

A detailed and authoritative history of the UK's Auxiliary Air Force from its creation in the early 1920s until today. October 2024 will mark the 100th anniversary of the Royal Auxiliary Air Force's formation.

A compelling insight into one Far East ex POW survivor's mental health and terrible suffering, long after he returned home to his loving family resulting in domestic abuse observed through the eyes of a child.

Extraordinary stories of escape and survival, but also of the everyday lives of youngsters living some 80 years ago.

First book to propose Blackhorse Hill as the true site of the Battle of Hastings. Carefully examines historic accounts and analyses the terrain and topography of the land. Makes use of satellite imagery not previously available. Fully illustrated with maps, 3D models and photographs to present a compelling case.

True account of the rise and fall of the American genius Robert Oppenheimer, chosen by the U.S. military to head a team of scientists to develop the first atomic bomb. Timed with the release of Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jnr

The definitive guide to the creation, composition and conquest of Germany's much vaunted Westwall. A lavishly illustrated analysis of the entire defensive system.

This superbly researched book, written by two acknowledged experts, takes a wide-ranging examination of Operation MARKET GARDEN from the strategic, operational and tactical level. 80th anniversary is in 2024.

An overview of German Gebirgsj ger (Mountain Troops) from their formation in 1935 to the end of the Second World War.

In this fascinating study of the life of the creator of one of the greatest detectives of all time, Dr Andrew Norman traces the origin of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's strange beliefs.

An aspect of the Holocaust not previously covered.

A volume of stunning shipyard plate photos, most previously unpublished. Devoted to the most popular ship type of the Great War. Top of the range production combined with affordable price.

This account documents the development of the Mercedes-Benz midibus from the mid-1980s into a very versatile, well-respected and long-lasting bus throughout the British Isles. More than 220 illustrations clearly show the distinctive models from the various bodybuilders, together with a kaleidoscope of colours applied to the buses when in service.

Traces the military history of the Knights of St John from its origins in the Crusades to their defeat by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1798.

This book will bring to life the king's many illegitimate children and tell their stories.

Extraordinary sea chases, battles and blockades in the remotest corners of the world World War One.

An original new study of the senior French commanders on the Western Front. Specially written by a group of distinguished First World War historians.

This biography of a remarkable airman and politician is written with the support of the Malan family. The author has been allowed access to family records, facilitating a much more personal biography than those previously.

A fascinating and action packed history, focussing on the armoured car and the many ways in which it was employed during the Great War.

This book is the first in a series entitled A New History of the KGB'. Written by an acknowledged expert on the subject.

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO RESEARCHING ANCESTORS FROM NORTHERN IRELAND'S CAPITAL CITY. INCLUDES CHAPTERS ON BELFAST'S HISTORY, THE CITY'S ARCHIVAL GUARDIANS, KEY ANCESTRAL RECORDS, DAILY LIFE, AND OCCUPATIONS. PACKED WITH CASE STUDIES AND TIPS TO HELP YOU GET THE BEST IN YOUR ANCESTRAL ENDEAVOURS.

The true life stories of the members of the Women's Land Army.

Detailed narrative and analysis of the campaigns of Diocletian's reign, including those of his three co-rulers in the tetrarchy.

Sharon Bennett Connolly uncovers the life of Nicholaa de la Haye, a woman instrumental to Norman and Plantagenet England. She shaped some of the most significant events in English medieval history.