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Life and Death on the Eastern Front: Rare Colour Photographs From the Second World War
This incredible visual record of life and death along the Eastern Front draws from the PIXPAST Archive, a collection built by Ian Spring of more than 32,000 original colour photographs taken between 1936 and 1946. Collated into three parts and organised thematically, the book begins with images of the ground war, including Hitler’s invasion of the Soviet Union and the tanks, vehicles, weaponry and infantry on both sides. Moving into the war in the skies, the images depict aircraft in flight and on the ground, the bombers, fighters, Luftwaffe personnel and the destruction wrought from battle. And finally, the images take us behind the lines, to the prisoners of war, partisans, medics, the daily lives and leisure activities of soldiers and civilians along the front and the impact of the harsh Russian winter.
With 250 photographs and text by renowned author and commentator Anthony Tucker-Jones, these images offer a rare, often surprising insight into the realities of the Second World War and people caught up in it, in vivid colour detail.
With 250 photographs and text by renowned author and commentator Anthony Tucker-Jones, these images offer a rare, often surprising insight into the realities of the Second World War and people caught up in it, in vivid colour detail.
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First published March 18, 2022
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About the author
Anthony Tucker-Jones
78 books30 followersDefence analyst Anthony Tucker-Jones spent nearly 20 years in the British Intelligence Community before establishing himself as a defence writer and historian: commenting on regional conflicts, counter-terrorism, intelligence and military affairs.
He is a highly experienced expert with particular strengths in editing, feature writing, report writing, communicating to specialists and non-specialists alike.
Anthony Tucker-Jones has been extensively published in numerous titles and on various news websites. He has also written a number of books.
He is widely travelled with assignments in Africa, Europe, the Far East, Latin America and the Middle East. He lived for a time in Bahrain.
Anthony holds an MA in International Relations & Strategic Studies from Lancaster University.
(Taken from official website.)
He is a highly experienced expert with particular strengths in editing, feature writing, report writing, communicating to specialists and non-specialists alike.
Anthony Tucker-Jones has been extensively published in numerous titles and on various news websites. He has also written a number of books.
He is widely travelled with assignments in Africa, Europe, the Far East, Latin America and the Middle East. He lived for a time in Bahrain.
Anthony holds an MA in International Relations & Strategic Studies from Lancaster University.
(Taken from official website.)
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March 14, 2023
This was an excellent photographic display of the German forces on the Eastern Front. These clear and highly detailed pictures come from the co-author Ian Spring's collection from PIXPAST Archive. These photos are all from the combat cameraman and the introduction explained the utilization of the Agfa camera and the use of the Zeiss Lens. The book is divided into three parts:
The Ground War: panzers, supply trucks and logistics movements, infantry columns, marches, artillery formations and equipment on both sides of the Germans and Russians.
War In the Skies: Luftwaffe, destruction and downed aircraft, dive-bombers, air defense duties.
Behind The Lines: interactions with the locals, prisoners of war, partisans, medics, leisure time on the Front, and the harsh Russians winter.
The pictures I was able to find online are watermarked and not in higher resolution; the photos in the book are vibrant and very clear. I would highly recommend this book alongside The Onslaught: The German Drive to Stalingrad for colorized accounts of the Eastern Front. Thanks!
The Ground War: panzers, supply trucks and logistics movements, infantry columns, marches, artillery formations and equipment on both sides of the Germans and Russians.
War In the Skies: Luftwaffe, destruction and downed aircraft, dive-bombers, air defense duties.
Behind The Lines: interactions with the locals, prisoners of war, partisans, medics, leisure time on the Front, and the harsh Russians winter.
The pictures I was able to find online are watermarked and not in higher resolution; the photos in the book are vibrant and very clear. I would highly recommend this book alongside The Onslaught: The German Drive to Stalingrad for colorized accounts of the Eastern Front. Thanks!
May 14, 2022
Life and Death on the Eastern Front – A Rare Collection of Pictures
Anthony Tucker-Jones and Ian Stewart Spring have gathered a fine and disturbing collection of pictures. Pen and Sword have published a large number of books from the Eastern Front, but they are all in black and white. Now they publish the book in rare colour pictures from the time, these have not been coloured recently, from the very early colour film.
This book has been collated into three sections, starting with the invasion and the ground war, then the war from the skies, and finally behind the lines with the captured Prisoners, to the daily lives who were living under the Nazi yolk.
The colour pictures help to drive home the nature of the eastern front and how it could be cold, wet, and frozen in winter. While in winter it could be hot, and sometimes felt like there was nowhere to hide for soldiers. Staff cars covered in layers of mud almost all the panzer grey was covered.
There are plenty of pictures of German army and some of the redeployed armaments captured in France. An example such as the two-man French Chenillette d’Infanterie, which looks more like a toy than a killing machine, on a double page.
A great book and an interesting addition to any collection on the Easter Front.
Anthony Tucker-Jones and Ian Stewart Spring have gathered a fine and disturbing collection of pictures. Pen and Sword have published a large number of books from the Eastern Front, but they are all in black and white. Now they publish the book in rare colour pictures from the time, these have not been coloured recently, from the very early colour film.
This book has been collated into three sections, starting with the invasion and the ground war, then the war from the skies, and finally behind the lines with the captured Prisoners, to the daily lives who were living under the Nazi yolk.
The colour pictures help to drive home the nature of the eastern front and how it could be cold, wet, and frozen in winter. While in winter it could be hot, and sometimes felt like there was nowhere to hide for soldiers. Staff cars covered in layers of mud almost all the panzer grey was covered.
There are plenty of pictures of German army and some of the redeployed armaments captured in France. An example such as the two-man French Chenillette d’Infanterie, which looks more like a toy than a killing machine, on a double page.
A great book and an interesting addition to any collection on the Easter Front.
April 16, 2022
This an incredible collection of color photographs. The clarity and vivid colors of the photos are amazing. This book is a must for all modelers and avid WWII history readers. Anthony Tucker-Jones uses his expertise to write very informative captions.
Note: I read this book using the Hoopla app on a new Ipad. This app allows the reader to zoom into the photographs a plus over the hardcover book.
Note: I read this book using the Hoopla app on a new Ipad. This app allows the reader to zoom into the photographs a plus over the hardcover book.
March 3, 2022
Full disclosure, i received an ARC from the publisher in exchange for my review.
I love war nonfiction, its my favorite genre. When I saw this book I was instantly ready to put down my other books to dive into this one. The color photographs are stunning, showing all aspects of the operation. Besides showcasing the rare photos, I most enjoyed the biographical portion about the photographer. I enjoyed knowing the story of the Nazi solider who spend his time wielding a camera, taking photos for morale, national pride, and documentation of the offensive.
I researched into Tucker-Jones other works and I am looking forward to tucking in to his other books.
I love war nonfiction, its my favorite genre. When I saw this book I was instantly ready to put down my other books to dive into this one. The color photographs are stunning, showing all aspects of the operation. Besides showcasing the rare photos, I most enjoyed the biographical portion about the photographer. I enjoyed knowing the story of the Nazi solider who spend his time wielding a camera, taking photos for morale, national pride, and documentation of the offensive.
I researched into Tucker-Jones other works and I am looking forward to tucking in to his other books.
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March 10, 2023Recently, I’ve gotten in to the Flames of War miniature game which requires a lot of painting. The guides for the game are helpful in that they provide an accurate color scheme, and finished examples. Nonetheless, there’s a difference between what a uniform, or vehicle looks like and how it’s worn. A new uniform will obviously look different from an old uniform but an old uniform will look different even from itself in different settings. In that regard this book is helpful in showing how a uniform is really worn, or a tank will accumulate wear.
Unfortunately, the book is German-centric. The images that depict Soviet equipment or soldiers show them as dead, destroyed, abandoned, or captured. This is simply Germans having better access to color film rather than a bias by the authors though the accompanying text and descriptions are frequently sympathetic to the Germans on the Eastern Front which is a sympathy I do not share. I assume that this book is a representative selection from the larger compilation of photographs mentioned in the introduction and that the crimes committed by the Wehrmacht, et al likely were not captured in very many of the surviving photographs. But, the phrasing of certain descriptions (referring to a picture obviously taken from a Soviet citizen’s home- as “captured” instead of “looted”) could have better reflected the kind of criminal act that the German armed forces were involved in.
Unfortunately, the book is German-centric. The images that depict Soviet equipment or soldiers show them as dead, destroyed, abandoned, or captured. This is simply Germans having better access to color film rather than a bias by the authors though the accompanying text and descriptions are frequently sympathetic to the Germans on the Eastern Front which is a sympathy I do not share. I assume that this book is a representative selection from the larger compilation of photographs mentioned in the introduction and that the crimes committed by the Wehrmacht, et al likely were not captured in very many of the surviving photographs. But, the phrasing of certain descriptions (referring to a picture obviously taken from a Soviet citizen’s home- as “captured” instead of “looted”) could have better reflected the kind of criminal act that the German armed forces were involved in.
January 6, 2022
I have read many books about the Eastern Front, but I can honestly say that this ranks among the best in the genre. The authors have brought together and professionally collated, many previously unpublished rare coloured photographs of the long & bitter campaign in Russia.
The quality of the photographs is quite outstanding, especially when one considers the dreadful climatic conditions that the photographers, cameras, and films had to endure. Each photo has been carefully researched, with the authors identifying the equipment and, where possible, the approximate location where it was taken.
The photographs reconfirm the vast range of disparate vehicles the Germans had at their disposal. It must have been a logistical nightmare to source the spare parts - particularly as most of the available vehicles were totally unsuitable for the conditions experienced on the Eastern Front. Having personally experienced life in the Steppes, I can confirm that the Winters are truly dreadful. However, the Summers can be even worse! Clouds of penetrating dust, flies, midges, and insufferable heat! I cannot imagine how awful it must have been to fight and live in these conditions against a vast unstoppable enemy.
There are many more thousands of unpublished photographs in the author's archives, I cannot wait for the other photographs to be published in the future!
The quality of the photographs is quite outstanding, especially when one considers the dreadful climatic conditions that the photographers, cameras, and films had to endure. Each photo has been carefully researched, with the authors identifying the equipment and, where possible, the approximate location where it was taken.
The photographs reconfirm the vast range of disparate vehicles the Germans had at their disposal. It must have been a logistical nightmare to source the spare parts - particularly as most of the available vehicles were totally unsuitable for the conditions experienced on the Eastern Front. Having personally experienced life in the Steppes, I can confirm that the Winters are truly dreadful. However, the Summers can be even worse! Clouds of penetrating dust, flies, midges, and insufferable heat! I cannot imagine how awful it must have been to fight and live in these conditions against a vast unstoppable enemy.
There are many more thousands of unpublished photographs in the author's archives, I cannot wait for the other photographs to be published in the future!
February 17, 2026
It’s easy to look back at World War II through the lens of black-and-white photographs and archival footage and feel a certain distance from it, as though the conflict belongs more to legend than lived reality. That sense of separation disappears when confronted with color photography of the era. Suddenly, the war feels immediate, grounded, and unsettlingly real. Life and Death on the Eastern Front – Rare Colour Photographs From World War II by Ian Spring and Anthony Tucker-Jones captures that impact in striking fashion. This photo book brings together hundreds of rare, original color photographs from the war – many of them shot by Nazi war correspondents such as Otto Veidt and hidden away for nearly 80 years before finally being made public.
What makes these images so powerful is their authenticity. They are not modern colorizations but photographs taken on Agfacolor, a German-made film stock available during the war, though more costly than standard black-and-white film. Originally intended for propaganda magazines in occupied territories, many of these slides were quietly set aside by the photographers themselves and only resurfaced decades later. Today, Ian Spring holds a collection of more than 32,000 such images and has worked with various historians and authors to publish volumes like this. For this book, he partnered with military historian Anthony Tucker-Jones, whose commentary and introductory essay on the history of wartime photography in Germany provide vital context.
The book is organized into distinct sections, each weaving a narrative through its photography. It begins with the German invasion of the Soviet Union, capturing the machinery of war – tanks, weapons, vehicles, and the soldiers who wielded them. From there, it shifts focus to the skies, featuring bombers, fighter planes, Luftwaffe personnel, and the destruction their missions left behind. Finally, the lens turns behind the front lines, documenting prisoners of war, resistance fighters, medical staff, construction projects, and the daily rhythms of both soldiers and civilians struggling through the brutal Russian winter. Together, the images and commentary provide a haunting, unfiltered look at one of history’s darkest chapters – one that feels far less distant when seen in living color.
The narrative of the book ends just before the Germans entered their most harrowing chapters – the brutal Russian winter of 1942 and the battle of Stalingrad. Much of what’s captured here are seemingly innocuous scenes: soldiers relaxing, tanks abandoned along roadsides, and moments of daily life at the front. Yet, the darkness creeps in gradually. Photographs of burning homes and food stores, slain partisans, and executed villagers serve as chilling reminders of the atrocities committed during World War II – all rendered in striking, vibrant color.
As for the medium itself, Agfacolor proves stunning. The richness of the film stock makes every hue leap off the page, often with an almost surreal intensity. Greens and reds, in particular, burst to life in fields, uniforms, and banners, to the point where it feels almost too vivid to be real. Considering these photographs are over 80 years old, the sharpness and brilliance of the color is nothing short of astonishing. They feel less like relics of the past and more like something that could have come from a stylish Instagram filter in 2025, blurring the distance between history and the present in a way that is both beautiful and deeply unsettling.
All things considered, this is a surprisingly quick read despite its length, thanks in large part to the amount of space devoted to photographs. The material is well-organized, and the book is packed with information on a subject many might assume to be too niche to support such depth. I’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for future releases tied to this remarkable photo archive, as the images themselves are stunning and provide insights often overlooked in World War II literature, which tends to focus on major battles and towering historical figures. This volume stands as another excellent entry from Pen and Sword Publishing, and one I can’t believe I waited this long to read.
What makes these images so powerful is their authenticity. They are not modern colorizations but photographs taken on Agfacolor, a German-made film stock available during the war, though more costly than standard black-and-white film. Originally intended for propaganda magazines in occupied territories, many of these slides were quietly set aside by the photographers themselves and only resurfaced decades later. Today, Ian Spring holds a collection of more than 32,000 such images and has worked with various historians and authors to publish volumes like this. For this book, he partnered with military historian Anthony Tucker-Jones, whose commentary and introductory essay on the history of wartime photography in Germany provide vital context.
The book is organized into distinct sections, each weaving a narrative through its photography. It begins with the German invasion of the Soviet Union, capturing the machinery of war – tanks, weapons, vehicles, and the soldiers who wielded them. From there, it shifts focus to the skies, featuring bombers, fighter planes, Luftwaffe personnel, and the destruction their missions left behind. Finally, the lens turns behind the front lines, documenting prisoners of war, resistance fighters, medical staff, construction projects, and the daily rhythms of both soldiers and civilians struggling through the brutal Russian winter. Together, the images and commentary provide a haunting, unfiltered look at one of history’s darkest chapters – one that feels far less distant when seen in living color.
The narrative of the book ends just before the Germans entered their most harrowing chapters – the brutal Russian winter of 1942 and the battle of Stalingrad. Much of what’s captured here are seemingly innocuous scenes: soldiers relaxing, tanks abandoned along roadsides, and moments of daily life at the front. Yet, the darkness creeps in gradually. Photographs of burning homes and food stores, slain partisans, and executed villagers serve as chilling reminders of the atrocities committed during World War II – all rendered in striking, vibrant color.
As for the medium itself, Agfacolor proves stunning. The richness of the film stock makes every hue leap off the page, often with an almost surreal intensity. Greens and reds, in particular, burst to life in fields, uniforms, and banners, to the point where it feels almost too vivid to be real. Considering these photographs are over 80 years old, the sharpness and brilliance of the color is nothing short of astonishing. They feel less like relics of the past and more like something that could have come from a stylish Instagram filter in 2025, blurring the distance between history and the present in a way that is both beautiful and deeply unsettling.
All things considered, this is a surprisingly quick read despite its length, thanks in large part to the amount of space devoted to photographs. The material is well-organized, and the book is packed with information on a subject many might assume to be too niche to support such depth. I’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for future releases tied to this remarkable photo archive, as the images themselves are stunning and provide insights often overlooked in World War II literature, which tends to focus on major battles and towering historical figures. This volume stands as another excellent entry from Pen and Sword Publishing, and one I can’t believe I waited this long to read.
April 14, 2023
The "Eastern Front" in World War II is a term that went on to define, with a certain amount of imprecision, the war brought to the Soviet Union. This part of the conflict lasted from the invasion of June 22, 1941, the so-called Operation Barbarossa, until the end of the war itself with the arrival of the Soviets in Berlin, the death of Hitler and the end of the war on the European front.
Since then, since the end of the war, thousands of books, essays and memoirs have been written on the subject of the "Eastern Front" and among these a good number are photographic books, mainly in black and white, the most widespread and economical film at the time. However, today's book has the particularity of showing the reader many (all the photos in the book) color photos of the first phase of the invasion and war on the Eastern Front. The photos on Agfa film certainly look like they were taken yesterday, and come from various sources.
The book "Life & Death on the Eastern Front" is written by Anthony Tucker-Jones and Ian Stewart Spring, two historical experts, the former known for dozens of books on the Second World War while the latter is the curator of the archival site PIXPAST which provides a enormous amount of iconographic support. The book is published by Greenhill Books, which confirms once again with its research of both memorial and archival material to be on top of the military historical sector.
The book appears divided into three macro sections illustrating the war on land, the war in the skies and the "behind the lines". In turn, each macrosection is divided into sections that show the various armaments or the various branches of services for the "war on land", while the macrosection "war in the skies" illustrates the various types of aircraft, fighters, bombers etc. with a particular section dedicated to the wrecks of Soviet aircraft on the ground. The most striking macrosection, however, is the one behind the lines, with photos of the soldiers' free time, typical activities in the rear and there are some particularly sensational photos of well-kept cemeteries behind the front line.
It must be said that many of the photos were taken by particular propaganda officers, while others appear extremely amateurish. The propaganda purpose of the photos (which however are never posed as it might seem) is evident. The "crusade against Bolshevism" was one of the justifications for the war on the Soviet Union, and the propaganda did its part by showing the strangeness of the opposing forces, their armaments, places, and insisting on the differences between a "civilized world" "and what were called" hordes ". The introductory section of the book informs the reader of all this, also providing the name of some correspondents including Otto Vieth, "embedded" in a Luftwaffe unit judging by the uniform, of which several photos can be seen. At the same time each caption is very full-bodied, providing various news to the reader. I am a good connoisseur of WWII photos and having several books on the subject I must say that the photos all appear as new in my eyes, there are no colored photos (an occupation that in my opinion affects the naturalness of the photos and that is very common nowadays) nor can any of the images be said to be a frame from a film.
Ultimately we are faced with a book that, although not covering the entire war on the Eastern Front, and does not do so precisely for the reasons mentioned above, namely the propaganda intent to show the fabulous advances of the first months, manages to be extremely interesting, pleasant, informative and original. There is no book like "Life & Death on the Eastern Front" on the market today, so a bravo to the authors and the Greenhill publishing house!
Since then, since the end of the war, thousands of books, essays and memoirs have been written on the subject of the "Eastern Front" and among these a good number are photographic books, mainly in black and white, the most widespread and economical film at the time. However, today's book has the particularity of showing the reader many (all the photos in the book) color photos of the first phase of the invasion and war on the Eastern Front. The photos on Agfa film certainly look like they were taken yesterday, and come from various sources.
The book "Life & Death on the Eastern Front" is written by Anthony Tucker-Jones and Ian Stewart Spring, two historical experts, the former known for dozens of books on the Second World War while the latter is the curator of the archival site PIXPAST which provides a enormous amount of iconographic support. The book is published by Greenhill Books, which confirms once again with its research of both memorial and archival material to be on top of the military historical sector.
The book appears divided into three macro sections illustrating the war on land, the war in the skies and the "behind the lines". In turn, each macrosection is divided into sections that show the various armaments or the various branches of services for the "war on land", while the macrosection "war in the skies" illustrates the various types of aircraft, fighters, bombers etc. with a particular section dedicated to the wrecks of Soviet aircraft on the ground. The most striking macrosection, however, is the one behind the lines, with photos of the soldiers' free time, typical activities in the rear and there are some particularly sensational photos of well-kept cemeteries behind the front line.
It must be said that many of the photos were taken by particular propaganda officers, while others appear extremely amateurish. The propaganda purpose of the photos (which however are never posed as it might seem) is evident. The "crusade against Bolshevism" was one of the justifications for the war on the Soviet Union, and the propaganda did its part by showing the strangeness of the opposing forces, their armaments, places, and insisting on the differences between a "civilized world" "and what were called" hordes ". The introductory section of the book informs the reader of all this, also providing the name of some correspondents including Otto Vieth, "embedded" in a Luftwaffe unit judging by the uniform, of which several photos can be seen. At the same time each caption is very full-bodied, providing various news to the reader. I am a good connoisseur of WWII photos and having several books on the subject I must say that the photos all appear as new in my eyes, there are no colored photos (an occupation that in my opinion affects the naturalness of the photos and that is very common nowadays) nor can any of the images be said to be a frame from a film.
Ultimately we are faced with a book that, although not covering the entire war on the Eastern Front, and does not do so precisely for the reasons mentioned above, namely the propaganda intent to show the fabulous advances of the first months, manages to be extremely interesting, pleasant, informative and original. There is no book like "Life & Death on the Eastern Front" on the market today, so a bravo to the authors and the Greenhill publishing house!
January 18, 2022
Those of us that are only familiar with the black and white photos in most books about the Second World War will be shocked to realize that color photography was readily available in Nazi Germany before the start of the war. In “Life and Death on the Eastern Front: Rare Colour Photographs From World War II” Ian Spring and Anthony Tucker-Jones collect these photographs from both official propaganda sources as well as personal photos taken by the soldiers themselves.
These are almost exclusively photos from the German side. The authors group the photos by theme, focusing on the equipment (both on land and in the air), the people (soldiers, POWs, and even civilians), and scenes behind the lines. We see the effects of the war, from burning buildings to destroyed tanks, but also we see the soldiers as human beings, enjoying downtime, shaving, lying in the sun. And finally we see the weather taking a toll, from choking dusk to axle-deep mud to the dreaded Russian winter.
There is not enough one can say about the photos – they are absolutely spectacular. One forgets what a difference color makes when looking at those scenes from long ago – the soldiers, the scenery comes alive. One can abhor the Nazis and all that they stood for but feel some sympathy for the young men thrust into the deadly situation that would claim many of their lives. We see what the day-to-day lives at the front lines (and behind those lines) was like for the common soldier.
My only complaint about this collection is about the commentary: the descriptions of the pictures were well-written and appreciated, but the detailed analyses of the machinery and equipment were distracting and unnecessary – much of the commentary was taken up (for example) with the production history of the vehicle, the number produced, the theaters were they were used, and how they differed from other versions of the same vehicle – unwieldly and repetitive.
I requested and received a free advanced electronic copy from Pen & Sword, Greenhill Books via NetGalley. Thank you!
These are almost exclusively photos from the German side. The authors group the photos by theme, focusing on the equipment (both on land and in the air), the people (soldiers, POWs, and even civilians), and scenes behind the lines. We see the effects of the war, from burning buildings to destroyed tanks, but also we see the soldiers as human beings, enjoying downtime, shaving, lying in the sun. And finally we see the weather taking a toll, from choking dusk to axle-deep mud to the dreaded Russian winter.
There is not enough one can say about the photos – they are absolutely spectacular. One forgets what a difference color makes when looking at those scenes from long ago – the soldiers, the scenery comes alive. One can abhor the Nazis and all that they stood for but feel some sympathy for the young men thrust into the deadly situation that would claim many of their lives. We see what the day-to-day lives at the front lines (and behind those lines) was like for the common soldier.
My only complaint about this collection is about the commentary: the descriptions of the pictures were well-written and appreciated, but the detailed analyses of the machinery and equipment were distracting and unnecessary – much of the commentary was taken up (for example) with the production history of the vehicle, the number produced, the theaters were they were used, and how they differed from other versions of the same vehicle – unwieldly and repetitive.
I requested and received a free advanced electronic copy from Pen & Sword, Greenhill Books via NetGalley. Thank you!
January 7, 2022
A interesting photographic look at the war on the eastern front during WW2. The pictures both professional and amateur provide an interesting look at both the equipment and personal sides of the war. The photos are clear, and provide little known glimpses into the war. The author does an excellent job of providing a good narrative to explain each section of the book to give a great background for the photos.
Thank you to #NetGalley, #Danielle Steel, and #Random house for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to #NetGalley, #Danielle Steel, and #Random house for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
July 18, 2022
Historian Anthony Tucker-Jones https://www.atuckerjones.com is the author of more than 50 books. Life and Death on the Eastern Front: Rare Colour Photographs From World War II was published in 2020.
I received an ARC of this book through https://www.netgalley.com with the expectation of delivering a fair and honest review. I categorize this book as G.
The book contains more than 250 photos taken by Germans between 1936 and 1946. Most photos are of scenes on the Eastern Front up to late 1943. These are a bit unusual as they were all taken with color film. The photos, along with the commentary by Tucker-Jones, give a good description of the vehicles, weapons, and uniforms in use.
I enjoyed the 3 hours I spent reading this 352-page WWII history. Another interesting look at WWII from the German perspective. This is the third book (The others being Radio Operator on the Eastern Front: An Illustrated Memoir, 1940–1949 and Churchill, Master and Commander: Winston Churchill at War 1895–1945) from Tucker-Jones that I have read. They have all been solid WWII history reads. I like the chosen cover art. I give this book a rating of 4 out of 5.
You can access more of my book reviews on my Blog ( https://johnpurvis.wordpress.com/blog/).
I received an ARC of this book through https://www.netgalley.com with the expectation of delivering a fair and honest review. I categorize this book as G.
The book contains more than 250 photos taken by Germans between 1936 and 1946. Most photos are of scenes on the Eastern Front up to late 1943. These are a bit unusual as they were all taken with color film. The photos, along with the commentary by Tucker-Jones, give a good description of the vehicles, weapons, and uniforms in use.
I enjoyed the 3 hours I spent reading this 352-page WWII history. Another interesting look at WWII from the German perspective. This is the third book (The others being Radio Operator on the Eastern Front: An Illustrated Memoir, 1940–1949 and Churchill, Master and Commander: Winston Churchill at War 1895–1945) from Tucker-Jones that I have read. They have all been solid WWII history reads. I like the chosen cover art. I give this book a rating of 4 out of 5.
You can access more of my book reviews on my Blog ( https://johnpurvis.wordpress.com/blog/).
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