Publisher's Synopsis
This is the story of the first four months of World War II, from the German attack on Poland on September 1 to the Winter War. The year ends with Russia and Finland locked in combat, the outcome to be determined in 1940 (Russia wins.) Mike Donovan is a stand up comedian and historian. This is a short book, and covers the basics. It is a useful blend of all the major political and military events. Read about the Russian intervention of September 17, the ordeal of the 'ships of history': the Athenai, City of Flint, the Columbus, the Aruca, the Royal Oak, and the Polish submarine Orzel. And let's not forget the Mannerheim line and the terror bombing of Helsinki. The segments are short and self-contained and the book is rated G. This is part of a multi-volume history of World War II.
