World War II Books and DVDs
A selection recommended of African History books covering World War II.
Bierman and Smith have undertaken considerable research and tracked down many of the remaining Desert War veterans to create this compelling account of the North and East African campaigns of World War II. If you want only one book on the topic this should be the one, and if you are intrigued by tales of heroism and Boys' Own daring-do then this is the perfect introduction to the Desert War.
If you are looking for a DVD about World War II in North Africa then this has got to be the best, all-round documentary out at the moment. Find out more...
You'd think that we'd all know the name of the only woman ever to join the French Foreign Legion, who won medals for her heroism in the Africa Campaign during the Second World War, who had a passionate affair with the Commander of the Free French and the Foreign Legion in North Africa, General Koenig...
