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On 7th May we publish 'D’you Hear There! Daily Pipes of the Royal Navy' by Richard Harris.
A unique approach to describing life at sea in the Royal Navy.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3Qqn123
#Navy #Ship
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On 7th May we publish 'Forged in War: A military history of Russia from its beginnings to today' by Mark Galeotti in paperback. The book is also available in audio here: https://bit.ly/3OQNrti
You can watch the recording of Rob Zettel's event at the International Spy Museum in Washington.
https://bit.ly/4czwtY9
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New blog post! US Soldier vs Japanese Infantryman: Philippines 1944–45
You can read it here: https://bit.ly/4sBFA0J
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A gun crew operating a ballista on board one of Octavian’s galleys during the battle of Actium.
Art from 'Actium 31 BC: Downfall of Antony and Cleopatra'' illustrated by Christa Hook.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4tstZ5d
"The Goths AD 200–700 provides a well-structured and richly illustrated overview of Gothic warfare across Late Antiquity."
You can read the full review from History in Detail here: https://bit.ly/4sBojo7
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The latest books from renowned aviation historian Tom Cleaver!
Bloody Skies: XV Fighter Command Against all Odds
Turning The Tide: The USAAF in North Africa and Sicily
Clean Sweep: VIII Fighter Command against the Luftwaffe, 1942–45
Browse the list: https://bit.ly/4vb7TWh
Stille once again takes on the monumental task of challenging an accepted historical narrative and carries it off splendidly. History of war. book cover of midway is underneath the review quote
'Midway: The Pacific War’s Most Famous Battle' by Mark Stille is available in paperback.
A detailed re-examination of Midway, one of the most significant battles in the Pacific Theater of World War II.
You can find out more on the Osprey website: https://bit.ly/3MKmma0
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BOOK VOTE! 📚
This month's book vote sees five Duel (Aviation) titles battling for your support. Read the full descriptions and have your say by filling out the form on our website.
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July 2026 Artwork Reveal!
HITTITES SURPRISE THE EGYPTIANS
The Hittites staged an effective breakthrough and Ramesses II is preparing to counter-attack
From 'Kadesh 1286 BC: Egypt Attempts to Take Syria' illustrated by Marco Capparoni
See more art here: https://bit.ly/4t0GaWC
A rear view of two T-72B tanks, Dagestan, 1998–99. Note the stowage on operational tanks.
A rear view of two T-72B tanks, Dagestan, 1998–99. Note the stowage on operational tanks. (Author's Collection)
Image from 'T-72 Main Battle Tank' by James Kinnear and Stephen Sewell. Out next Thursday!
You can find out more here: https://bit.ly/44r96Nj
Happening this weekend!
An evening in conversation with former MiG-21 and MiG-23 pilot, Lt. Col. Rob ‘Z-Man’ Zettel, Lt Col, USAF (Ret)!
Venue: RAF Museum Midlands, Cosford
Saturday 18th April 2026, 1700 – 2100 Hrs.
You can buy tickets here:
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New blog post! Renaissance Polish Armies 1492–1569
"The Polish military of the Renaissance has not received much attention in English-language works."
You can read more on the blog here: https://bit.ly/4czfRB2
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THE MUSTER OF THE OVERMOUNTAIN MEN, SEPTEMBER 25, 1780
The muster at Sycamore Shoals was a rare event, bringing together people from the scattered settlements over the mountains.
Art from 'CAM 427 Kings Mountain 1780', out later this month.
See more art: https://bit.ly/3LyNKqX
"The dogfight where a Luftwaffe Ju 88 outmaneuvered 2 RAF Spitfires and shot one down."
The Aviation Geek Club has shared a feature for 'Junkers Ju 88C Day and Nightfighters.'
You can read it here: https://bit.ly/4s3ouIw
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Next month we publish 'Warship 2026'!
By signing up to our Warship newsletter you will receive an exclusive pre-order discount!
UK: 07/05/2026
US: 05/05/2026
You can find out more here: https://bit.ly/46JCLTa
The Warfare History Network has reviewed 'Hammer of the Gods' by Don Hollway.
“A modern retelling of the Nordic saga of King Olaf Tryggvason that’s as fast, efficient and versatile as a Viking longship...highly readable…”
Full review: https://bit.ly/4mpYrdG
offers thorough insight into the legacy of this reamarkable aspect of history. Dr Kate Vigurs. author of Women of SOE. Moonlight crusaders. In the bottom right corner is the book cover of moonlight crusaders in hardback and in a phone screen as an audiobook.
Next month we publish 'Moonlight Crusaders: Special Duties Pilots over Occupied Europe' by Paul Smiddy!
UK: 07/05/2026
US: 05/05/2026
This engrossing history explores the creation, development and actions of the Special Duties squadrons.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/4cdTG3b
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BOOK VOTE! 📚
This month's book vote sees five Duel (Aviation) titles battling for your support. Read the full descriptions and have your say by filling out the form on our website.
Vote here: https://bit.ly/4gK9efo
Mark Galeotti has produced what is not only a succinct tour d'horizon of Russia's simultaneously rich and brutal history, but a real tour de force of analysis... a masterful study
Next month we publish 'Forged in War' by Mark Galeotti will be published in paperback.
Packed with contemporary accounts, Forged in War strips away the myth to give an insider's view on Russia's past and present.
UK: 07/05/2026
US: 05/05/2026
https://bit.ly/4cCqSSI
Riochet has reviewed 'Bloody Skies: XV Fighter Command Against all Odds'
“Bloody Skies is well-researched and written in a style that keeps readers engaged in the action.”
You can read the full review here: https://bit.ly/4vgiL4X
#Aviation #WWII
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“The significance of Dannatt and Lyman’s work lies in their synthesis, which presents a more refined definition of limited warfare and its role in national policy and military strategy.”
'Korea' has been reviewed by the Journal of Military History!
https://bit.ly/4hmjGss
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Just in the Stacks has reviewed 'The Man Who Stopped the Sultan'.
“I really enjoyed how this book…the goal of any writer of nonfiction should be to distill a complex topic into something cohesive yet understandable, and Albert succeeds.”
https://bit.ly/4vgBXje
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'Berlin: Endgame 1945' by Prit Buttar is out next month!
Written by one of the world's leading experts on the Eastern Front, this captivating history explores the final battle for Berlin and the heart of Germany.
UK: 07/05/2026
US: 05/05/2026
See more: https://bit.ly/4d7mOtU
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New blog post: The Fleet That Survived – and Destroyed Itself by Hugues Canuel, PhD.
"In 1939, the Marine nationale was the fourth-largest navy in the world. It possessed fast battleships designed to counter German raiders."
Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4sNwYoz
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On this day in1242, the Battle of Lake Peipus took place.
Nevskii's horse archers attack the Danish flank.
Art from CAM 46, illustrated by Angus McBride.
https://bit.ly/4dpl2Vg
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These men display Viking costumes typical of the 9th–10th centuries. (Angus McBride © Osprey Publishing Ltd)
'Vikings: Culture of Discovery and Plunder' is out now!
You can find out more here: https://bit.ly/4p2o6d4
#Vikings #thevikings #History
"The book’s quality reflects its author’s substantial professional and analytical experience."
The Naval Review has shared a great review of 'The Rise and Fall of the British Army, 1975-2025' by Ben Barry.
You can read the full review here: https://bit.ly/4dpg4b4
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This month we publish T-72 Main Battle Tank by James Kinnear and Stephen Sewell.
A highly illustrated study of the T-72 main battle tank and variants, detailing its history from the Cold War Soviet Army though to the current War in Ukraine.
Find out more: https://bit.ly/44r96Nj
