WORLD WAR II - NONFICTION
"Strange Victory: Hitler's Conquest of
France" By Ernest R. May 
Before the start of WWII, France outclassed the Germans militarily with a larger Army,a better Air Force, bigger and better tanks, and the Maginot Line. The French also had spies telling them the Germans were preparing to attack them. So how did Germany beat them so easily in a few weeks? If you want to know what happened, read this book. The French soldier in WWI was as good as any soldier in the world. The same can be said of WWII. But, they had a lack of leadership. The various branches of the services did not communicate of coordinate. This lack of leadership and coordination was a recipe for disaster!
This book includes interesting tables and excellent statistics as well as a comprehensive bibliography. Also included are maps and fine descriptions of major engagements.
Reviewed by Kenneth S. Smith, 30 November 2000
Hill & Wang
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