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Battle Plan: The Naval Odyssey of Professor James Brand
The Allied invasion of North Africa is successful, but the Germans quickly reinforce the Afrika Corps in Tunisia, causing a stalemate. Rebuilding their forces in the South Pacific, the Japanese plan attacks to stop the Americans in New Guinea and the Solomons. Conferences are scheduled in the coming months which will create the strategy necessary to win the war. Assisting the Allied development of weapons and strategies, the Science Team becomes deeply involved in the battles for North Africa, the South Pacific, and support a new battle plan to recover a piece of America. Facing many obstacles, Professor Brand and the team fight the enemy on every front and work at home to build the Arsenal of Democracy.
490 pages, Paperback
Published October 15, 2021
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October 26, 2021
Superb continuation of the James Brand saga
J. Eugene Porter brings World War II US Navy history to life. From conversations I’ve had over the years with WW II Navy veterans, I know Mr. Porter’s research is outstanding. Many years ago, there was a young people’s series of novels titled, “We Were There.” They first appeared in 1956, and the thirty-six “episodes” lasted into the early 1960’s. Mr. Porter has provided us with the adult version, and the tradition of accurate, interesting, and valid history “lessons” continues today. I can hardly wait for Episode #6, and succeeding episodes to come. Thank-You, Mr. Porter. All the Best to You and Yours! Bravo Zulu!
J. Eugene Porter brings World War II US Navy history to life. From conversations I’ve had over the years with WW II Navy veterans, I know Mr. Porter’s research is outstanding. Many years ago, there was a young people’s series of novels titled, “We Were There.” They first appeared in 1956, and the thirty-six “episodes” lasted into the early 1960’s. Mr. Porter has provided us with the adult version, and the tradition of accurate, interesting, and valid history “lessons” continues today. I can hardly wait for Episode #6, and succeeding episodes to come. Thank-You, Mr. Porter. All the Best to You and Yours! Bravo Zulu!
January 12, 2022
Outstanding
This series is honestly the best I have read touching one fact and a wonderful fiction story. Mr Porter has a writting style that encompasses the reader and makes them part of history. As a fan of World War history, he has managed to include so many facts and true stories along with the continuing story of Professor Brains that You honestly cannot stop reading this series. I am looking forward to the nrxt.
This series is honestly the best I have read touching one fact and a wonderful fiction story. Mr Porter has a writting style that encompasses the reader and makes them part of history. As a fan of World War history, he has managed to include so many facts and true stories along with the continuing story of Professor Brains that You honestly cannot stop reading this series. I am looking forward to the nrxt.
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March 15, 2022Not happy with this one!
Probably the worst book of the series. Too much detail on subjects of too little importance. Lots of what I term ' padding ' to extend the page count. Hopefully the next one will cover much more interesting battles, and much more on the development of the atomic bomb. James should be worked much more deeply into this subject.
Probably the worst book of the series. Too much detail on subjects of too little importance. Lots of what I term ' padding ' to extend the page count. Hopefully the next one will cover much more interesting battles, and much more on the development of the atomic bomb. James should be worked much more deeply into this subject.
December 5, 2022
Another Excellent Book
I enjoyed this book immensely. It provided some interesting facts, as well as, being very entertaining. I enjoyed all the different plots going on at the same time through out the book.
I enjoyed this book immensely. It provided some interesting facts, as well as, being very entertaining. I enjoyed all the different plots going on at the same time through out the book.
January 20, 2022
As a student of naval history, I find this series to be fun as well as thought provoking. Mr. Porter is almost writing live history. Highly recommended
January 28, 2022
Good update on actual war
Provides a more detailed look at what it took to execute and win WWII. The amount of planning and coordination was staggering.
Provides a more detailed look at what it took to execute and win WWII. The amount of planning and coordination was staggering.
March 3, 2022
Astonishing detailed war.
I liked this very much. I got bogged down in the details sometimes. Too much for my brains I guess.
I liked this very much. I got bogged down in the details sometimes. Too much for my brains I guess.
June 5, 2022
A very good detailed account
Covering both the European war zones and the Pacific war zone as well as political meetings with allies in Washington and elsewhere.
Covering both the European war zones and the Pacific war zone as well as political meetings with allies in Washington and elsewhere.
October 28, 2022
The Inside Story of WWII British - American Alliance in Europe, North Africa, Atlantic & Pacific
The Truth About The Depth of Planning required for successful execution of war plans & the experience & skills required to achieve it. Also the Intelligence Gathering required to support it.
Along with the personal stories of the Planners, Military & Political Leaders that had to make the decisions & provide the leadership. Also a real lesson in the Cost of War.
The Truth About The Depth of Planning required for successful execution of war plans & the experience & skills required to achieve it. Also the Intelligence Gathering required to support it.
Along with the personal stories of the Planners, Military & Political Leaders that had to make the decisions & provide the leadership. Also a real lesson in the Cost of War.
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