Автор: Simon Dunstan, Peter Dennis
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2009
isbn: 1846033977, 9781846033971
Количество страниц: 68
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The Israeli Special Forces' operation at Entebbe goes down in history as one of the most audacious counter-terrorist assaults ever conducted. On June 27, 1976, four terrorists (two of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine and two of the German Baader-Meinhof terrorist group) highjacked a passenger jet and forced a landing in Entebbe, Uganda. Here they were met by reinforcements, and transferred all the Jewish and Israeli prisoners to the terminal building, with the exception of a few hostage releases. As Idi Amin's assistance to the terrorists became increasingly clear, the Israeli government began preparations for a military assault. The element of surprise was crucial; never before had such a large-scale raid at such a long distance been successfully undertaken. This is the incredible story of how the Israeli Special Forces defied radar for over 2,000 miles, masqueraded as a tyrant in a Mercedes and captured uniforms, and defeated an army in brutal combat, culminating in a triumph of sheer audacity and nerve. A compelling book chronicling an incredible moment in history.
Автор: Edward M. Young, Adam Hook
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2009
isbn: 1846034035, 9781846034039
Количество страниц: 68
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Merrill's Marauders were the first American Army infantry unit to fight in the China-Burma-India theater, and one of the most renowned units to come out of World War II (1939-1945). The Marauders established a lasting reputation for hard fighting and tenacity in the face of adversity, combating a determined enemy, some of the most difficult and disease-ridden terrain in the world, and a seemingly indifferent higher command. Pushed beyond the limit of their endurance, at the end of nearly six months of operations behind Japanese lines, the remaining Marauders were withdrawn from combat after suffering over 90% casualties. Because of its courageous actions, the unit received the very rare honor of having every member presented with a Bronze Star for gallantry. This book explores the creation, training and combat experiences of the Marauders, one of the most famous units in the US Army's roll of honor.
Автор: Richard Douieb
Издательство: Éditions EM
Год издания: 1997
isbn: 2907736167
Количество страниц: 111
Язык: другой
Формат: PDF (scan)
Язык: французский. Collection Le Monde des Arts Martiaux dirigée par Pierre-Yves Bénoliel. La méthode adoptée par le F.B.I. américain, le G.I.G.N. français, la police de Los Angeles et l’armée israélienne. Sommaire: Qu’est-ce que le Kravmaga? L’histoire du Kravmaga. La recherché de l’efficacité. Techniques à mains nues. Défense contre attaques au bâton. La défense contre couteau. La défense contre les armes à feu. Le rythme et les déplacements. Organigramme F.E.K.M.
Автор: AFCA
Издательство: Human Kinetics
Год издания: 1995
isbn: 0873228693
Количество страниц: 210
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
In Football Coaching Strategies you'll find 349 detailed diagrams showing a variety of offensive attacks, defensive packages, and special team tactics—accompanied by useful advice from the experts. Best of all, the coaches are the recognized experts in the topics they cover. For example, read how these coaches explain game strategies and underlying principles: - Running game—Tom Osborne, John McKay, and Darrell Royal - Passing game—Bill Walsh, Steve Spurrier, and LaVell Edwards - Defense—Dick Tomey, Barry Alvarez, and Dave Wannstedt - Kicking game—Spike Dykes and John Cooper - Philosophy, motivation, and management—Eddie Robinson and Joe Paterno Football Coaching Strategies blends the invaluable lessons of the past with the best thinking in today's game. With it, you'll find the key elements for a winning game plan—on and off the field. It's the one book that every serious football coach, player, and fan will treasure.
Автор: Stephen Turnbull, Richard Hook
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2010
isbn: 1846034566, 9781846034565
Количество страниц: 97
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The two attempts by Khubilai Khan, the Mongol Emperor of China, to invade Japan in 1274 and 1281 represent unique events in the history of both countries. It pitted the samurai of Japan against the fierce warriors of the steppes who had conquered half the known world. The Mongol conquest of Korea left them with a considerable quantity of maritime resources, which enabled them to thin seriously for the first time about crossing the Tsushima strait between Korea and Japan with an army of invasion. The first invasion, which began with savage raiding on the islands of Tsushima and Iki, made a landfall at Hakata Bay and forced the samurai defenders back inland. Luckily for the Japanese defenders, a storm scattered the Mongol invasion fleet, leading them to abandon this attempt. In the intervening years the Japanese made defensive preparation, and the Mongol increased their fleet and army, so that the second invasion involved one of the largest seaborne expeditions in world history up to that time. This attempt was aimed at the same landing site, Hakata Bay, and met stiffer opposition form the new defences and the aggressive Japanese defenders. Forced buy a series of major Japanese raids to stay in their ships at anchor, the Mongol fleet was obliterated by a typhoon - the kami kaze (divine wind) - for the loss of as many as 90 per cent of the invaders. Although further preparations were made for an assault by the Mongols at the end of the 13ht and beginning of the 14th centuries, this proved to be the last realistic threat of an invasion of the home islands till 1945.
Автор: Michael Lynch
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2010
isbn: 1841766712, 9781841766713
Количество страниц: 96
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Out of the ashes of Imperial China arose two new contenders to lead a reformed nation; the Chinese Nationalist Party, the Kuomintang, and the Chinese Communist Party. In 1927, the inevitable clash between these two political parties led to a bitter civil war that would last for 23 years, through World War II and into the Cold War period. The brutal struggle finally concluded when Communist forces captured Nanjing, capital of the Nationalist Republic of China, irrevocably altering the course of China's future. Dr. Michael Lynch sheds light on the cruel civil war that ultimately led to the establishment of the People's Republic of China.
Автор: Gordon Rottman, Adam Hook
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2010
isbn: 1846035791, 9781846035791
Количество страниц: 65
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
At its peak in World War II (1939-1945), the United States Army contained over 700 engineer battalions, along with numerous independent brigades and regiments. The specialized soldiers of the Engineers were tasked with a wide variety of crucially important tasks including river bridging, camouflage, airfield construction, and water and petroleum supply. However, despite their important support roles, the engineers were often employed on the front lines fighting beside the general infantry in the desperate battles of the European theatre. This book covers the role of these soldiers, from their recruitment and training, through their various support missions and combat experiences, forming an account of what it was truly like to be a combat engineer in World War II.
Автор: Kunihiko Kasahara, Toshie Takahama
Издательство: Edaf
Год издания: 2000
isbn: 8441406863
Количество страниц: 167
Язык: другой
Формат: PDF (scan)
Язык: испанский. Origami for the Connoisseur Spanish Edition. Here at last is an origami book intended solely for the advanced paperfolder. Groundbreaking in concept and challenging in content, it presents sixty-five ingenious projects by respected masters working in a variety of themes and origami genres. From Toshikazu Kawasaki's Unique Iso-area Folding Method to David Briil's remarkable "bottle" to Peter Engel's playful "kangaroo," the featured designs have been carefully chosen to test the refined sensibilities and stimulate the artistic appetites of the origami devotee. If you are an accomplished paperfolder you will be inspired by the beauty and logic of the geometric form as discovered in such designs as Hourglass, Rotating Tetrahedon, Brain Ticklers, and Extraterrestrial Being. You will delight in the wit and poetry of representational origami as you create delicate and winsome patterns for Kitten, Goose, Pelican, Giraffe, Camellia, Spiral Snail Shell, Ground Beetle, Pine Cone, Fox, and many more designs. What's more, you will find the key to successfully mastering numerous intricate techniques and complex paper fold...with ease! This is no ordinary origami workbook. Complicated processes are made highly accessible-yet remain daring-through clear, concise instructions and highly detailed diagrams. One of the unexpected joys of the book is that its mentally invigorating text will serve as an ongoing inspiration to novel approaches and new origami adventures - even after you have completed a project.
Автор: Earle Liederman
Издательство: Earle Liederman, New York
Год издания: 1927
Количество страниц: 220
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The Science of Wrestling discusses the real differences in wrestling for sport, including the rules of Catch-as-Catch-Can and in self-defense situations. You’ll discover 121 photos of wrestling moves with descriptions on how to do them. Then in The Art of Jiu-Jitsu you’ll find 54 photographs of real world street fighting tactics.
Автор: Mark Stille, John White
Издательство: Osprey Publishing
Год издания: 2009
isbn: 184603440X, 9781846034404
Количество страниц: 98
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Osprey's study of the Battle of the Coral Sea of World War II (1939-1945), which is unique in the annals of naval history. It is the first battle in which enemy fleets never came within sight of one another. Instead, aircraft launched from carrier decks were sent out to attack the enemy with bombs and torpedoes. In May of 1942, the Japanese fleet moved on Port Moresby, the last Allied base between Australia and Japan. Forced to respond, the Americans sent two aircraft carriers to protect the base. In the ensuing battle, one American carrier was destroyed and the other severely damaged. However, the Japanese also lost a carrier and decided to withdraw. Although bloody, it proved to be an important strategic victory for the Allies as the Japanese were forced to attempt future attacks on Port Moresby over land. Using the latest research and numerous period photographs, retired USN Commander Mark O. Stille tells the story of this important and unique battle in the Pacific War.
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