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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.
Szerző - Stephen E. Ambrose