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Countdown to Zero Day

Stuxnet and the Launch of the World's First Digital Weapon

par Kim Zetter ...

Lu par Joe Ochman ...

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13 heure

A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb.“Immensely enjoyable . . . Zetter turns a complicated and technical cyber story into an engrossing whodunit.”—The Washington PostThe virus now ... En savoir plus

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A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb.“Immensely enjoyable . . . Zetter turns a complicated and technical cyber story into an engrossing whodunit.”—The Washington PostThe virus now
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The Arms of Krupp

1587–1968

par William Manchester ...

Lu par Paul Boehmer ...

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48 heure 15 min

In this narrative of extraordinary richness, depth, and authority, America’s preeminent biographer/historian explored the German national character as no other writer has done.The Arms of Krupp brings to life Europe’s wealthiest, most powerful family, a four-hundred-year German dynasty that developed the world’s most technologically advanced weapons, from cannons to submarines to anti-aircraft ... En savoir plus

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In this narrative of extraordinary richness, depth, and authority, America’s preeminent biographer/historian explored the German national character as no other writer has done.The Arms of Krupp brings to life Europe’s wealthiest, most powerful family, a four-hundred-year German dynasty that developed the world’s most technologically advanced weapons, from cannons to submarines to anti-aircraft
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History of Nuclear Weapons

par Blake Carson ...

Lu par Digital Voice Madison G ...

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3 heure 23 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The power to destroy the world—how did nuclear weapons change warfare and diplomacy? The development of nuclear weapons during World War II marked a turning point in global conflict. The Manhattan Project led to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ushering in the nuclear age. This book explores the arms race between the United States and the ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The power to destroy the world—how did nuclear weapons change warfare and diplomacy? The development of nuclear weapons during World War II marked a turning point in global conflict. The Manhattan Project led to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, ushering in the nuclear age. This book explores the arms race between the United States and the
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Rational Fog

Science and Technology in Modern War

par M. Susan Lindee ...

Lu par Kirsten Potter ...

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10 heure 29 min

Science and violence converge in modern warfare. While the finest minds of the twentieth century have improved human life, they have also produced human injury. They engineered radar, developed electronic computers, and helped mass produce penicillin all in the context of military mobilization. Scientists also developed chemical weapons, atomic bombs, and psychological warfare strategies.Rational ... En savoir plus

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Science and violence converge in modern warfare. While the finest minds of the twentieth century have improved human life, they have also produced human injury. They engineered radar, developed electronic computers, and helped mass produce penicillin all in the context of military mobilization. Scientists also developed chemical weapons, atomic bombs, and psychological warfare strategies.Rational
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Kill Chain

The Rise of the High-Tech Assassins

par Andrew Cockburn ...

Lu par Malcolm Hillgartner ...

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10 heure 10 min

This essential, page-turning narrative on the history of drone warfare by the acclaimed author of Rumsfeld explores how this practice emerged, who made it happen, and the real consequences of targeted killing.Assassination by drone is a subject of deep and enduring fascination, yet few understand how and why it has become our principal way of waging war. Kill Chain uncovers the real and ... En savoir plus

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This essential, page-turning narrative on the history of drone warfare by the acclaimed author of Rumsfeld explores how this practice emerged, who made it happen, and the real consequences of targeted killing.Assassination by drone is a subject of deep and enduring fascination, yet few understand how and why it has become our principal way of waging war. Kill Chain uncovers the real and
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Oregon Files

par Jack Du Brul, Clive Cussler ...

Lu par Bjarne Mouridsen ...

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14 heure 22 min

Den internationale bestseller-forfatter leverer spænding og nutidigt eventyr i højt tempo og med et plot, der kan være taget fra dagens globale nyhedsoverskrifter.Den amerikanske udenrigsministers fly er styrtet ned på vej til topmøde i Libyen. CIA stoler ikke på libyerne og hyrer derfor Juan Cabrillo og hans agenttrænede besætning til at finde flyet – og deres bange anelser viser sig at være ... En savoir plus

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Den internationale bestseller-forfatter leverer spænding og nutidigt eventyr i højt tempo og med et plot, der kan være taget fra dagens globale nyhedsoverskrifter.Den amerikanske udenrigsministers fly er styrtet ned på vej til topmøde i Libyen. CIA stoler ikke på libyerne og hyrer derfor Juan Cabrillo og hans agenttrænede besætning til at finde flyet – og deres bange anelser viser sig at være
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Spear, The: From the Hunter's Tool to the Bristling Wall of Pikes

par Lukas Moretti ...

Lu par Lukas Moretti ...

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1 heures 45 min

Trace the ultimate tactical evolution in military history as a primal survival tool transforms into an engine of empire. Whether commuting to work or seeking an immersive journey into the ancient world, step directly onto the battlefield to witness human cooperation at its most intense. Experience the visceral reality of combat where distance and reach dictated life or death.Stand shoulder-to ... En savoir plus

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Trace the ultimate tactical evolution in military history as a primal survival tool transforms into an engine of empire. Whether commuting to work or seeking an immersive journey into the ancient world, step directly onto the battlefield to witness human cooperation at its most intense. Experience the visceral reality of combat where distance and reach dictated life or death.Stand shoulder-to
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Machinery of War: A Comprehensive Study of the Post-9/11 Global Arms Trade

par Josh Luberisse ...

Lu par Digital Voice Michelle G ...

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2 heure 46 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In "Machinery of War: A Comprehensive Study of the Post-9/11 Global Arms Trade," Josh offers an exhaustive exploration into the intricate world of global armaments in the aftermath of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This seminal work probes the depths of the modern arms trade, revealing its multi-faceted nature, its key players, and its ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In "Machinery of War: A Comprehensive Study of the Post-9/11 Global Arms Trade," Josh offers an exhaustive exploration into the intricate world of global armaments in the aftermath of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. This seminal work probes the depths of the modern arms trade, revealing its multi-faceted nature, its key players, and its
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Glock

The Rise of America's Gun

par Paul M. Barrett ...

Lu par Kiff VandenHeuvel ...

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8 heure 9 min

Based on fifteen years of research, Glock is the riveting story of the weapon that has become known as American’s gun. Today the Glock pistol has been embraced by two-thirds of all U.S. police departments, glamorized in countless Hollywood movies, and featured as a ubiquitous presence on prime-time TV. It has been rhapsodized by hip-hop artists, and coveted by cops and crooks alike.Created in 1982 ... En savoir plus

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Based on fifteen years of research, Glock is the riveting story of the weapon that has become known as American’s gun. Today the Glock pistol has been embraced by two-thirds of all U.S. police departments, glamorized in countless Hollywood movies, and featured as a ubiquitous presence on prime-time TV. It has been rhapsodized by hip-hop artists, and coveted by cops and crooks alike.Created in 1982
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Kvanttikilpajuoksu

par Tommi Tenkanen, Timo Numminen ...

Lu par Tuukka Haapaniemi ...

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9 heure 36 min

Kilpajuoksu kohti suurta läpimurtoa.Kuinka supertietokoneet päihittävä kvanttitietokone rakennetaan?Auttaako tietokone hävittämään syövän? Murtuvatko internetin salausjärjestelmät? Voittaako Kiinan kontrolli lännen individualismin?Kvanttikilpajuoksu – Supertietokoneiden vallankumous kertoo uudenlaisen kvanttitietokoneen parissa ponnistelevien tutkijoiden, yritysten ja suurvaltojen kilpajuoksusta ... En savoir plus

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Kilpajuoksu kohti suurta läpimurtoa.Kuinka supertietokoneet päihittävä kvanttitietokone rakennetaan?Auttaako tietokone hävittämään syövän? Murtuvatko internetin salausjärjestelmät? Voittaako Kiinan kontrolli lännen individualismin?Kvanttikilpajuoksu – Supertietokoneiden vallankumous kertoo uudenlaisen kvanttitietokoneen parissa ponnistelevien tutkijoiden, yritysten ja suurvaltojen kilpajuoksusta
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Mosquito Mayhem

de Havilland’s Wooden Wonder in Action in WWII

par Martin W. Bowman ...

Lu par Nigel Patterson ...

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12 heure 19 min

"The flak started about four or five minutes before the target and immediately it was apparent that it was intense and extremely accurate. Oboe entailed the pilot flying dead straight and level for ten minutes on the attack run. Suddenly a tremendous flash lit up the sky about fifty yards ahead of our nose and exactly at our altitude. Within a tenth of a second, we were through the cloud of dirty ... En savoir plus

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"The flak started about four or five minutes before the target and immediately it was apparent that it was intense and extremely accurate. Oboe entailed the pilot flying dead straight and level for ten minutes on the attack run. Suddenly a tremendous flash lit up the sky about fifty yards ahead of our nose and exactly at our altitude. Within a tenth of a second, we were through the cloud of dirty
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Shield, The: From the Phalanx Wall to the Riot Line

par Matthew Roscoe ...

Lu par Matthew Roscoe ...

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1 heures 43 min

Uncover three millennia of military history, tracing how combat tactics and civil unrest evolved alongside state power. Perfect for a morning commute, this tense, thought-provoking exploration reveals how a simple defensive object became a complex social technology. It transformed scattered warriors into disciplined formations that dominated ancient battlefields and reshaped human conflict.From ... En savoir plus

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Uncover three millennia of military history, tracing how combat tactics and civil unrest evolved alongside state power. Perfect for a morning commute, this tense, thought-provoking exploration reveals how a simple defensive object became a complex social technology. It transformed scattered warriors into disciplined formations that dominated ancient battlefields and reshaped human conflict.From
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Sword, The: The Blade Wrapped in Honor, Myth, and Royalty

par Adrian Falkner ...

Lu par Adrian Falkner ...

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1 heures 39 min

Explore the epic military history and sweeping mythology of the weapon that forged empires and claimed divine right. Whether you need an awe-inspiring companion for your morning commute or an atmospheric escape into humanity's warrior codes, this historical journey delivers.From the fiery metalwork of ancient armories to the strict honor systems of European knights and Japanese samurai, the blade ... En savoir plus

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Explore the epic military history and sweeping mythology of the weapon that forged empires and claimed divine right. Whether you need an awe-inspiring companion for your morning commute or an atmospheric escape into humanity's warrior codes, this historical journey delivers.From the fiery metalwork of ancient armories to the strict honor systems of European knights and Japanese samurai, the blade
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Churchill's Shadow Raiders

The Race to Develop Radar, World War II's Invisible Secret Weapon

par Damien Lewis ...

Lu par Nigel Carrington ...

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12 heure 13 min

In the winter of 1941, as Britain faced defeat on all fronts, an RAF reconnaissance pilot photographed an alien-looking object on the French coast near Le Havre. The mysterious device—a “Wurzburg Dish”—appeared to be a new form of radar technology: ultra-compact, highly precise, and pointed directly across the English Channel. Britain's experts found it hard to believe the Germans had mastered ... En savoir plus

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In the winter of 1941, as Britain faced defeat on all fronts, an RAF reconnaissance pilot photographed an alien-looking object on the French coast near Le Havre. The mysterious device—a “Wurzburg Dish”—appeared to be a new form of radar technology: ultra-compact, highly precise, and pointed directly across the English Channel. Britain's experts found it hard to believe the Germans had mastered
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War and Technology

A Very Short Introduction

par Alex Roland ...

Lu par James R. Cheatham ...

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4 heure 32 min

The war instinct is part of human nature, but the means to fight war depend on technology. Alex Roland traces the co-evolution of technology and warfare from the Stone Age to the age of cyberwar, describing the inventions that changed the direction of warfare throughout history: from fortified walls, the chariot, battleships, and the gunpowder revolution to bombers, rockets, improvised explosive ... En savoir plus

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The war instinct is part of human nature, but the means to fight war depend on technology. Alex Roland traces the co-evolution of technology and warfare from the Stone Age to the age of cyberwar, describing the inventions that changed the direction of warfare throughout history: from fortified walls, the chariot, battleships, and the gunpowder revolution to bombers, rockets, improvised explosive
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Brief History of Firearms, A: How Gunpowder Changed the World

par Andrew Falkner ...

Lu par Andrew Falkner ...

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1 heures 49 min

Trace the explosive evolution of military history, where ancient alchemy forged weapons that reshaped global warfare. Perfect for a captivating daily commute or an evening of deep focus, this gripping narrative travels from obscure Chinese laboratories to the mechanized trenches of the World Wars.Uncover the dramatic human story behind a technological arms race that altered the balance of power ... En savoir plus

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Trace the explosive evolution of military history, where ancient alchemy forged weapons that reshaped global warfare. Perfect for a captivating daily commute or an evening of deep focus, this gripping narrative travels from obscure Chinese laboratories to the mechanized trenches of the World Wars.Uncover the dramatic human story behind a technological arms race that altered the balance of power
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Intercept

The Secret History of Computers and Spies

par Gordon Corera ...

Lu par Gordon Corera ...

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15 heure 2 min

The computer was born to spy, and now computers are transforming espionage. But who are the spies and who is being spied on in today's interconnected world?This is the exhilarating secret history of the melding of technology and espionage. Gordon Corera's compelling narrative, rich with historical details and characters, takes us from the Second World War to the internet age, revealing the ... En savoir plus

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The computer was born to spy, and now computers are transforming espionage. But who are the spies and who is being spied on in today's interconnected world?This is the exhilarating secret history of the melding of technology and espionage. Gordon Corera's compelling narrative, rich with historical details and characters, takes us from the Second World War to the internet age, revealing the
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Der Fall Konstantinopels – eine kurze Geschichte: Wie Kanonen ein 1.000 Jahre altes Reich zu Fall brachten

par Malte Riemer ...

Lu par Malte Riemer ...

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2 heure 18 min

Diese fesselnde Militärgeschichte beleuchtet die Belagerung von 1453, als schwere Artillerie ein Weltreich zerstörte. Perfekt für die tägliche Fahrt zur Arbeit bietet dieses kompakte, zweistündige Hörerlebnis tiefgreifendes Wissen über eine geopolitische Zeitenwende. Tauche ein in eine packende Atmosphäre aus politischer Intrige, religiösem Eifer und gnadenlosem technologischem Umbruch.Spüre die ... En savoir plus

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Diese fesselnde Militärgeschichte beleuchtet die Belagerung von 1453, als schwere Artillerie ein Weltreich zerstörte. Perfekt für die tägliche Fahrt zur Arbeit bietet dieses kompakte, zweistündige Hörerlebnis tiefgreifendes Wissen über eine geopolitische Zeitenwende. Tauche ein in eine packende Atmosphäre aus politischer Intrige, religiösem Eifer und gnadenlosem technologischem Umbruch.Spüre die
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Une brève histoire de la chute de Constantinople : Comment les canons ont fait tomber un empire vieux de 1 000 ans

par Edgar Poirier ...

Lu par Edgar Poirier ...

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2 heure 8 min

En 1453, l'innovation impitoyable de l'artillerie de siège brise les murailles millénaires d'un empire à l'agonie. Cette chronique historique immersive retrace l'effondrement dramatique de la puissance byzantine face à la poudre à canon ottomane. Plongez au cœur d'un affrontement géopolitique où la technologie bouleverse à jamais l'ordre du monde.Idéal pour enrichir votre culture générale lors de ... En savoir plus

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En 1453, l'innovation impitoyable de l'artillerie de siège brise les murailles millénaires d'un empire à l'agonie. Cette chronique historique immersive retrace l'effondrement dramatique de la puissance byzantine face à la poudre à canon ottomane. Plongez au cœur d'un affrontement géopolitique où la technologie bouleverse à jamais l'ordre du monde.Idéal pour enrichir votre culture générale lors de
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狙撃手：戦争のあり方を変えた孤独な射手たち

par 長谷部主税 ...

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2 heure 9 min

歴史の転換点は、大部隊の激突だけでなく、孤独な狙撃手が放つ一発の弾丸と緻密な戦術によって静かに塗り替えられてきました。深い集中を求める夜や、一人の静かな通勤時間など、内省的なムードに浸りたい時に、極限の緊張感と知的好奇心を満たす軍事ノンフィクションの世界へとあなたを導きます。英雄譚のベールを剥ぎ取り、高度な射撃技術と心理戦が交錯するリアルな戦争の姿を鮮明に描き出します。光学機器の進化から、泥にまみれた塹壕や瓦礫の市街地での過酷な任務まで、兵士たちが直面した環境と組織の力学を緻密に紐解きます。単なる名人芸ではなく、部隊全体の動きに組み込まれた歯車としての葛藤や、見えない脅威が敵味方に与えた計り知れない恐怖を体感してください。歴史の深淵を覗き込み、一人の人間の決断が戦局全体を動かす重圧に息を呑むはずです。本書で見つかること:• 狙撃という行為を支える光学機器や射撃技術 ... En savoir plus

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歴史の転換点は、大部隊の激突だけでなく、孤独な狙撃手が放つ一発の弾丸と緻密な戦術によって静かに塗り替えられてきました。深い集中を求める夜や、一人の静かな通勤時間など、内省的なムードに浸りたい時に、極限の緊張感と知的好奇心を満たす軍事ノンフィクションの世界へとあなたを導きます。英雄譚のベールを剥ぎ取り、高度な射撃技術と心理戦が交錯するリアルな戦争の姿を鮮明に描き出します。光学機器の進化から、泥にまみれた塹壕や瓦礫の市街地での過酷な任務まで、兵士たちが直面した環境と組織の力学を緻密に紐解きます。単なる名人芸ではなく、部隊全体の動きに組み込まれた歯車としての葛藤や、見えない脅威が敵味方に与えた計り知れない恐怖を体感してください。歴史の深淵を覗き込み、一人の人間の決断が戦局全体を動かす重圧に息を呑むはずです。本書で見つかること:• 狙撃という行為を支える光学機器や射撃技術
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The Use of Medieval Weaponry

par Eric Lowe ...

Lu par Shaun Grindell ...

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9 heure

This is a book about how medieval weapons were used, according to medieval people who used them. It discusses the use of eight weapons or weapon combinations from the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, selected with an eye toward their iconic status in popular culture, as well as five different combative contexts. The aim of this book is to familiarize the listener with the use of medieval ... En savoir plus

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This is a book about how medieval weapons were used, according to medieval people who used them. It discusses the use of eight weapons or weapon combinations from the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, selected with an eye toward their iconic status in popular culture, as well as five different combative contexts. The aim of this book is to familiarize the listener with the use of medieval
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Desert Armour

Tank Warfare in North Africa: Beda Fomm to Operation Crusader, 1940-41

par Robert Forczyk ...

Lu par Chris Monteiro ...

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13 heure 15 min

Robert Forczyk covers the development of armored warfare in North Africa from the earliest Anglo-Italian engagements in 1940 to the British victory over the German Afrikakorps in Operation Crusader in 1941.The war in the North African desert was pure mechanized warfare, and in many respects the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where for three ... En savoir plus

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Robert Forczyk covers the development of armored warfare in North Africa from the earliest Anglo-Italian engagements in 1940 to the British victory over the German Afrikakorps in Operation Crusader in 1941.The war in the North African desert was pure mechanized warfare, and in many respects the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where for three
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Armor: The Endless Arms Race Between Blade and Shield

par Patrick Holmgren ...

Lu par Patrick Holmgren ...

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1 heures 50 min

Dive into the gripping military history of human survival, where every new shield sparks a deadly arms race. Perfect for an engaging commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping narrative tracks combat evolution from ancient stone spears to modern tanks. Experience the intense feedback loop of warfare where victory ultimately hinges on out-innovating the enemy.Feel the crushing weight of bronze ... En savoir plus

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Dive into the gripping military history of human survival, where every new shield sparks a deadly arms race. Perfect for an engaging commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping narrative tracks combat evolution from ancient stone spears to modern tanks. Experience the intense feedback loop of warfare where victory ultimately hinges on out-innovating the enemy.Feel the crushing weight of bronze
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The Most Awful Responsibility

Truman and the Secret Struggle for Control of the Atomic Age

par Alex Wellerstein ...

Lu par Tim Campbell ...

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11 heure 39 min

""I thought I knew the story but learned much that I didn’t know. Outstanding!""— Richard Rhodes“This is historical research at its best.” — Dan CarlinPresident Truman’s choice to drop the atomic bomb is the most debated decision in the 20th Century. But what if Truman’s actual decision wasn’t what everyone thinks it was?The conventional narrative is that American leaders had a choice: Invade ... En savoir plus

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""I thought I knew the story but learned much that I didn’t know. Outstanding!""— Richard Rhodes“This is historical research at its best.” — Dan CarlinPresident Truman’s choice to drop the atomic bomb is the most debated decision in the 20th Century. But what if Truman’s actual decision wasn’t what everyone thinks it was?The conventional narrative is that American leaders had a choice: Invade
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