The Moscow Option: An Alternative Second World War by David Downing

The Moscow Option: An Alternative Second World War by David Downing

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Convincing alternative history of the Second World War The Third Reich's real options How the fall of Moscow changes the course of the War

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The Moscow Option: An Alternative Second World War by David Downing

This provocative alternative history looks at the Second World War from a new angle - what might have happened had the Germans taken Moscow in 1941. Based on authentic history and real possibilities, this unique speculative narrative plays out the dramatic consequences of opportunities taken and examines the grotesque possibilities of a Third Reich triumphant. On 30 September 1941, the Germans fight their way into the ruins of Moscow and the Soviet Union collapses. Although Russian resistance continues, German ambition multiplies after this signal success and offensives are launched in Africa, the Mediterranean and the Middle East. Hitler's armies, assured of victory, make their leader's dreams reality and Allied hopes of recovery seem almost hopelessly doomed. David Downing convincingly blends actual history with the stimulating world of alternate events. The Moscow Option is a chilling reminder that history might easily have been very different.
DAVID DOWNING is a noted historian of World War II. His other works include The Devil's Virtuosos: German Generals at War, 1939-45.
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ISBN 13 9781848327214
ISBN 10 1848327218
Title The Moscow Option: An Alternative Second World War
Author David Downing
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd
Year published 2013-11-01
Number of pages 224
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