Desert Rats : The 7th Armoured Division in World War II

This classic and inspiring account follows the progress of the 7th Armoured Div. from the sands of N. Africa to the cold of wintery Holland and the mud of a German springtime, providing a unique insight into the workings of a formidable unit in WW2. The division¹s reputation was born in the desert. It first went into action against the Italians in 1940 and then, subsequently, fought Rommel¹s Afrika Korps in Montgomery¹s successful Western Desert campaign. During this period of intense fighting the division won its nickname of ŒDesert Rats¹. From there the division was transported to Italy &, later, Normandy and from then on was almost constantly in battle until the end of the war. Written by one of the divisions key officers. Maps and photos.Verney, G. L. is the author of 'Desert Rats : The 7th Armoured Division in World War II', published 2005 under ISBN 9780756788704 and ISBN 0756788706.