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Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II

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Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

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Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

395

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Research Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II explores the experiences of an American tank gunner during World War II. The narrative delves into encounters with adversaries and the profound impact of these wartime experiences, highlighting the intertwining lives of soldiers on opposing sides.

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Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II is praised for its detailed storytelling and vivid historical accuracy, immersing readers in tank warfare. Critics commend the narrative's emotional depth and personal connections. Some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it is a compelling World War II account with both action and human elements.

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Who Should Read Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II?

Readers interested in Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, His Enemy, and a Collision of Lives In World War II by Adam Makos likely enjoy gripping World War II narratives and personal soldier accounts. Fans of Stephen E. Ambrose’s Band of Brothers or Laura Hillenbrand’s Unbroken will appreciate the humanizing perspectives in combat stories.

Book Details
Pages

395

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Europe • 1940s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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