Fortress: The Story Of The Siege And Fall Of Singapore - Hardcover

by Kenneth Attiwill (Author)

Fortress: The Story Of The Siege And Fall Of Singapore is a historical account of the events that led to the fall of Singapore during World War II. The book is written by Kenneth Attiwill, an Australian historian who specializes in military history. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the events that took place during the siege of Singapore, which lasted from December 1941 to February 1942. The book covers the military strategies and tactics used by both the Allied and Japanese forces during the siege, including the battles that took place on land, sea, and air. It also explores the political and social factors that contributed to the fall of Singapore, such as the lack of preparedness of the Allied forces and the racial tensions that existed within Singapore's diverse population. The book draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including official military records, personal diaries and letters, and interviews with surviving veterans. It also includes maps, photographs, and illustrations to help readers visualize the events that took place during the siege. Overall, Fortress: The Story Of The Siege And Fall Of Singapore provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most significant battles of World War II. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, the history of Singapore, or the history of World War II in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.