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Scottish Military Research Group

This entry in the Images of War series looks at the Western European campaign of 1940, which saw the Germans conquer Belgium, Holland and France and force the BEF to evacuate the Continent, leaving most of its equipment behind.

We begin with a series of chapters on the forces involved, starting with chapters of French tanks and the Maginot Line, then British tanks and finally German tanks. After that each chapter looks at part of the campaign. First comes the invasion of Belgium and Holland, then the breakthrough on the Meuse, two chapters looking at French and British counterattacks, and finishing with chapters on the evacuation from Dunkirk and the final fall of France.

I like the balance of the content here, which doesn't just focus on the British experience, but includes the entire campaign - it was nice to see a full chapter on the fall of France, which is often skipped over in English language works as it comes after the BEF had largely disappeared from the Continent...

... The chapter introductions are good, and provide a useful history of the campaign. The captions are accurate, and relate directly to the pictures. Some tell the story of the campaign, others set the scene or provide valuable context. The pictures themselves are interesting and well chosen.

historyofwar.org

Armored warfare played a vital role in Hitler's early conquests. If you're seeking a visual precis of its role in France's ignominious 1940 defeat, Pen & Sword's graphic record nicely fits the bill.
Recommended.

www.cybermodeler.com

An excellent publication that covers in great detail this first campaign of World War II in the west. The pictures capture the hopelessness of the Allied cause and the many new photographs are reinforced by the eloquent text. The pictures of the AFVs from both sides make this an essential book for anyone interested in this campaign. Highly recommended.

Miniature Armoured Fighting Vehicle Association

An interesting and good value read for the historian, while the collection of archive photos give some great details and ideas for the modeller interested in this period as well.

Military Modelling

I don't have any hesitation in recommending this book. The Images of War range continues to expand, going from strength to strength. I can keep telling you these bold truths. It's up to you whether you want to put your hand in your pocket but I would if I were you.

War History Online

Another great addition to this popular series of books.

Military Machines International