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Bomb Disposal in WWII (National Archives) Hardcover – Illustrated, 30 Jan. 2018

by Chris Ransted (Author)

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For this book, Chris Ransted has researched some of the lesser known events and personalities relating to the early years of Explosive Ordnance Disposal in the UK. Daring acts of cold blooded bravery, and ingenuity in the face of life threatening technical challenges, are recounted throughout the book. Included are numerous previously unpublished accounts and photographs that describe the disarming of German bombs, parachute mines, and even allied bombs found at aircraft crash sites. In addition, the book contains the most comprehensive account ever published of the Home Guard s role with the Auxiliary Bomb Disposal Units, and details of conscientious objector s involvement with unexploded bombs. This is not only a valuable research tool for serious researchers already well read on the subject, but also a fascinating read for those with no previous knowledge of wartime bomb disposal at all, and of course a must read for anyone interested in the subject.

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272 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Pen & Sword History
Publication date

30 Jan. 2018
Dimensions

16.26 x 2.54 x 23.62 cm
ISBN-10

1526715651
ISBN-13

978-1526715654
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About the Author

Chris Ransted works at The National Archives. His interest in the war years came about as a child, listening to family tales of life in London s docklands during the Blitz. Since a teenager he has collected artefacts and information relating to bomb disposal, and is devoted to keeping the memory of these brave men alive. He has had numerous magazine articles published on Bomb Disposal, as well as the books, 'Disarming Hitler s V-Weapons' and 'Bomb Disposal and the British Casualties of WW2'.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pen & Sword History; Illustrated edition (30 Jan. 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1526715651
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1526715654
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 16.26 x 2.54 x 23.62 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 229,197 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 210 in History of Weapons in World War II
- 409 in Weapons & Equipment
- 463 in Military History of Weapons & Warfare

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steve

Well worth a read.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 March 2018

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As with the two previous publications by Chris Ransted, this is an excellent and very well researched book. As I have said in a previous review of this author, bomb disposal operations during World War 2 is a very much neglected area, and it is thanks to him that these stories of technical innovation, bravery, and often the loss of life, has been told. The book has many illustrations, and covers little known subjects, such as the role of the Home Guard and conscientious objectors in bomb disposal work.

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Simon Wilson

Entertaining and Informative

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 January 2021

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I( wanted to know more about Bomb Disposal in WW2 and this book was exactly what I needed.

Covers all aspects of bomb disposal and includes organisation, technical and personal aspects, whilst remaining interesting and readable.

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Wingate

One of the best books of its kind

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 July 2021

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This is the most comprehensive book of its kind.It covers all fields of work.In particular it covers areas rarely covered in other books,such as recovering bombs from crashed Allied bombers and V1 rockets.An excellent read.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 January 2021

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Very detailed, interesting and informative.
The detailed descriptions of individual incidents and individuals really bring this to life.
Excellent author.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 January 2021

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What a fantastic book! If you are interested in anything to do with the second world war this is a must read. An invaluable insite into what the unsung heros of bomb disposal had to deal with. Now looking for more books on this little known side of such tragic events on home soil.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 January 2020

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An excellent account of bomb disposal tasks. The legacy remains a real threat to life today.

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Bomb disposal in world war two

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 July 2021

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Great book would recommend

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 July 2018

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It's not a bad read and has some useful info in it but lacks technical detail. It does have information in it relating to the Home Guard Auxiliary EOD units which I had not seen much of before.

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