German Army Eastern Front Advance

German Army on the Eastern Front: The Advance, a book showcasing a photographic record of Operation Barbarossa, provides a highly illustrated account of the Nazi armies' remarkable drive into the vast terrain of the Soviet Union, towards Stalingrad and Moscow. The book chronicles the campaign from its hopeful beginnings, through to the point where the defenders and the harsh winter managed to slow and eventually halt the advance. The book vividly conveys the horrendous conditions endured by the invaders, with the German advance stalling in early 1943, resulting in approximately 1.5 million casualties from the battle of Stalingrad alone, and marking the beginning of a costly retreat.

Containing previously unseen images, the book has been praised for its well-researched content, making it an ideal resource for those interested in this particular theater of war during WWII. The book has been noted for its ability to tell the story through its pictures alone. The rare photographs are of great interest to both professionals and enthusiasts, while also serving as an excellent starting point for novices, providing great value for money. The book offers a strong impression of the initially successful months, before weaknesses led to a series of defeats as the Allied forces advanced towards the German homeland, making it a valuable and comprehensive resource for anyone interested in the history of WWII.

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