Bøker av Richard Doherty

The full story of the ubiquitous artillery of the Second World War

This superbly researched book, written by two acknowledged experts, takes a wide-ranging examination of Operation MARKET GARDEN from the strategic, operational and tactical level. 80th anniversary is in 2024.

The author looks at the seven Irish regiments in campaigns across the globe, at Irish soldiers across the Army, at Irish sailors from the Battle of the River Plate to the final actions against Japan, and at Irish airmen from the first bombing raids of the war to the closing days of war.

Major General Percy Hobart was one of the key figures in WW2 armoured warfare. Hobarts Funnies the array of specialist weapons be invented are a continuing source of interest. 79 Armoured Division, which Hobart created, trained and commanded, were crucial to the success of the D-Day Landings and drive to Germany.

Comprehensive account of the legendary battle for the famous iconic monastery

Published to coincide with 75th Anniversary, this is a classic account of critical and decisive battle.

First narrative history and reference work on the development and employment of British Armoured Divisions in WW2. Covers the war in the main Western theatres. Also covers the characters and contribution of these elite divisions' commanders.