- Paperback: 320 pages
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster; New edition edition (1 Nov 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0671671561
- ISBN-13: 978-0671671563
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 13.2 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 489,289 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Noland Norgaard The Denver Post The best war story this reviewer has ever read.
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In the early morning hours of June 6, 1944, a small detachment of British airborne troops stormed the German defense forces and paved the way for the Allied invasion of Europe. Pegasus Bridge was the first engagement of D-Day, the turning point of World War II. This gripping account of it by acclaimed author Stephen Ambrose brings to life a daring mission so crucial that, had it been unsuccessful, the entire Normandy invasion might have failed. Ambrose traces each step of the preparations over many months to the minute-by-minute excitement of the hand-to-hand confrontations on the bridge. This is a story of heroism and cowardice, kindness and brutality-- the stuff of all great adventures.
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
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A breathtaking story of bravery and unbelievable skill,
By M D Thompson (Windsor, Berkshire United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Pegasus Bridge: 6 June 1944 (Paperback)
Ambrose's technique is to focus on the words and experiences of the participants, not the offical history. For those who found Band of Brothers too 'American' then this is the perfect antidote as he uses similar techniques to examine one of the most daring exploits of the second world war carried out by British glider pilots and soldiers.It is popular history at its best, making the reader feel a part of the action whilst still providing more than enough social, political and military context to make it more than just an adventure story. All of the main participants are unconvential in many ways, sharing a passion both to do their duty and, most of all, not to let their comrades down. It is this aspect of military history that Ambrose does so well, understanding what makes soldiers in modern warfare face up to unimaginable danger. I am of that generation that owes it all to our parents generation who sacrificed so much. This book offers real insights into the bravery of one particular group of men that demosntrated the best atteibutes of that generation - they did it because it had to be done and they were determined to do it well and, interestinghly, have a great time doing it, despite the pain and the loss. These were men who were unconvential and didn't really care what anybody else thought about them, except their comrades. They wanted to be good at what they did, they were good at what they did and their achievement was truly astonishing. A stirring tale.
33 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
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An interesting oral history of a classic military operation.,
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This review is from: Pegasus Bridge: 6 June 1944 (Paperback)
Ambrose furthers his study of D Day operations with this detailed and well researched volume. He has an obvious regard for those who took part in this high intensity operation and makes a strong representation of the the unit story and the individuals that took part. This is really a story of leadership, daring and success in the face of difficult conditions. Major John Howard and his team performed superbly and this is their story. The book does justice to both the people and their actions. A truly enjoyable and informative read.
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This book, explaining the involvement of the Ox and Bucks Light Infantry and the training and execution of their mission to capture Pegasus Bridge is excellent.There are many first-hand accounts from those who took part, including Major Howard, the officer who planned much of the mission once it had been assigned to him. The landing, capture and retention of the bridge is described in great detail and plays out hour by hour, giving the reader the sense of almost being there! Another excellent book by Stephen E Ambrose
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