World War II: The Essential Reference Guide: The Essential Reference Guide

In this book an internationally renowned team of historians provides comprehensive coverage of all major campaigns and theaters of World War II, synthesizing the tremendous breadth and depth of source materials on this global conflict. It includes primary-source documents created by both famous leaders and average citizens.

• Introductory essays examine the causes, course, and consequences of the war

• A bibliography includes recently published books as well as movies and electronic media

• A comprehensive chronology clarifies the order of historical events