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'I make no apologies for being a mercenary soldier. Quite the reverse. I am proud to have led 5 Commando. I am proud to have fought shoulder to shoulder with the toughest and bravest band of men it has ever been my honor to command. I am proud that they stood when all else failed.'In July 1964, four years after gaining independence from Belgium, the Democratic Republic of the Congo came under threat from an armed rebellion that spread rapidly through the country.To suppress the rebels and bring the unrest and bloodshed in the country under control, Congolese officials enlisted the help of mercenary leader Mike Hoare. Working alongside military officials, Hoare assembled a band of several hundred men that became known as '5 Commando'. In Congo Mercenary, Hoare tells the story of the role that these men played in the rebellion, describing in gripping detail how this band of mercenaries were recruited, trained, and how they swept through the country. His team undertook four campaigns in just 18 months during which they fought rebels, liberated Stanleyville, freed European hostages and brought order back to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Hoare's experiences in the Congo and his involvement in suppressing the Simba rebellion were hugely significant from a political and a military standpoint. His influence, however, did not stop there. This account of his time in the Congo was first published in 1967 and had a huge cultural impact, as well, contributing to the glorification of the mercenary lifestyle in magazines and pulp novels, and even inspiring the 1978 war film The Wild Geese starring Richard Burton and Roger Moore.

First translation of Panzer commander Friedrich Sander's diaries.

A beautiful, touching, and heart-felt story that teaches the value of kindness.

This is a dramatic provocative account of how a criminal organization exploited the grim realities of World War II to revive its fortunes and dominate global crime.

Eastern Front Sniper is a long overdue and comprehensive biography of one of World War II’s most accomplished snipers.Mathäus Hetzenauer, the son of a Tyrolean peasant family, was born in December 1924\. He was drafted into the Mountain Reserve Battalian 140 at the age of 18 but discharged five month’s later.He received a new draft notice in January 1943 for a post in the Styrian Truppenübungsplatz Seetal Alps where he met some of the best German snipers and learned his art.Hetzenauer went on to fight in Romania, Eastern Hungary and in Slovakia. As recognition for his more than 300 confirmed kills he was awarded on the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross on April 17, 1945.After nearly five years of Soviet captivity Mathäus Hetzenauer returned to Austria on January 10, 1950\. He lived in the Tyrol's Brixen Valley until his death on 3 October of 2004.

A collection of classic reconstructions based on forty years' experience of archaeological research.

A brand new publication of Isaac Bashevis Singer's classic tale for children. A humorous tale from a master storyteller, drawing on the much loved Yiddish folktales about the foolish people of Chelm. Beautiful new illustrations throughout.

With a wealth of first-hand testimonies, collected by Artem Drabkin, this is a unique collection of eyewitness accounts from the Second World War.

For twelve year-old Motti, growing up in Israel in the 1960s, the world is full of mysteries to be solved, while his town is full of spies to be caught.

With more than 100 kosher recipes, Silvia offers readers a unique collection of authentic and traditional Italian-Jewish dishes, combined with stunning photography, practical tips, and clear explanations.

This is the true story of a young Red Army soldier during the Second World War, told in his own words.

A perfect investigation for readers who enjoy reading about modern history, and the Second World War in particular. It is also tailored to those with an interest in the "secret war", covering topics like the SOE, and military intelligence.

Albrecht Dürer's fight book offers a unique, new look at Dürer the artist and Dürer the fighter.

More than 200 images, together with the original German captions and English translations, portray the life and times of this career officer, from the German annexation of the Sudetenland in 1938, to operations in Russia, Greece and the Balkans during 1941-44.

The Wars of the Mamluks 1250 1517. Analyses the Mamluk-Mongol War and the reasons for the Mamluks eventual victory Reveals their remarkable contribution to military theory Sheds light on the deadly conflict between Christendom and Islam

Tells the story of Bletchley Park through the words of the codebreakers Draws on one hundred letters and other declassified communications written as the war unfolded Immersive and personal, the letters reveal the true feelings of the participants Includes biographies of the letter writers Uncovers details about the operational successes and failures at Bletchley Offers a rare look at personal and departmental rivalry at Bletchley Park Will appeal to historians, WWII researchers and anyone interested in the secrets of Britains signal intelligence effort Includes never-before published photographs of Bletchley Park codebreakers

A visual journey through the landscape of war along the Eastern Front as never seen before.

A stunning comprehensive overview of advanced German naval building projects.

A rare insight into the German 9th Army's desperate retreat from the Halbe Pocket.

A unique overview of sniping throughout the First and Second World War. Draws on a breadth of material, including the first-hand testimonies of over fifty snipers. Appended with the complete diary of the celebrated Russian WWII sniper, Roza Shanina.

The dramatic memoir of a World War II Spitfire pilot.

Enthralling hour-by-hour investigation into the extraordinary events at Isandlwana.

The remarkable autobiography of Britain's most decorated World War II fighter pilot.

Draws on interviews, letters and diaries from generals and frontline soldiers, statesmen and civilians with first-hand experience of the Christmas Truce.

A vivid, fictional account of how the iconic British meal, fish and chips, was born.