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Crabtree Publishing
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English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic sea battles in the Atlantic Ocean during World War II: • The fates of U-100 and U-99 - The Atlantic Wolf Pack, March 16, 1941 • Air attack! The hunt for the Bismarck, May 26, 1941 • The massacre of Convoy P.Q. 17 - The Archangel Run, July 2, 1942
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Crabtree Publishing
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English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic land and air battles in Russia and Germany during World War II:
• A lucky escape - The Battle of Stalingrad between German and Russian troops, November 22, 1942
• Pilot down! The Wermacht retreat through Ukraine, March 20, 1944
• Courage under Fire - The Red Army advance to Romania, July 14, 1944
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Crabtree Publishing
Language
English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic air and land battles in African and Mediterranean countries during World War II:
• The first airborne invasion - The Battle of Crete, May 20, 1941
• Fighting tanker - The Battle of El Alamein between British and German troops in the Egyptian desert, October 30, 1942
• Christmas under combat - Ortonoa, The Italian Campaign by allied forces, December 22, 1943
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Crabtree Publishing
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English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three fascinating stories of covert, or secret, operations during World War II:
• Jan Kubis and Josef Gabcik, Operation Anthropoid, May 1942 - The plan to eliminate German SS leader Reinhard Heydrich, the chief planner of the Jewish genocide by the Nazis and also known as the Butcher of Prague
• Benjamin Cowburn, S.O.E. (U.K. Special Operations Executive) - Operation Tinker, April 1943 - How a British operative...
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Crabtree Publishing
Language
English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic battles in the Pacific Ocean during World War II:
• Torpedo run - The Battle of Midway, June 4, 1942 - Focusing on the experiences of a sailor onboard a
U.S. aircraft carrier during this pivotal battle.
• Kamikaze attack! Leyte Gulf, November 27, 1944
• Capturing Mount Suribachi - The Battle of Iwo Jima, February 19, 1945 - What the U.S. marines endured in order to raise the famous flag.
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Publisher
Crabtree Publishing
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English
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This exciting graphic novel recounts three historic land and air battles in Europe during World War II:
• Duel in the skies - The Battle of Britain, September 24, 1940 - The desperate air battle told from the perspective of a young British fighter pilot.
• Surviving Omaha Beach - D-Day, June 6, 1944 - The Normandy Landings as experienced by a U.S.
infantryman.
• Crossing the bridge at Remagen - The invasion of Germany, March 7, 1945
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This powerful graphic novel follows the courageous life of Rosa Parks, who was arrested in 1955 for not giving up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. With comic book-style illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. A must-have in any home, classroom, or library seeking a historical understanding of contemporary...
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Texas, 1836. The Republic of Texas began the fight for independence in 1833. For several years, Texans fought the Mexican government for the right to rule itself. One of the historical battles was fought on March 6, 1836, at the Alamo, a crumbling fort defended by 154 men. Stand with the defenders in what became a symbol of Texan courage and sacrifice in this impressive graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting...
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Hawaii, 1941. The United States was abruptly pushed into World War II on the sunny morning of December 7. The Japanese were angry at the American interference in the Pacific. So, they attempted to knock out the American fleet anchored in Pearl Harbor. Fly along in the surprise attack that changed the course of World War II in this dazzling graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion....
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In this action-packed graphic novel, witness the Boston Massacre, the event when American colonists believed that they had been treated and taxed unfairly for years by Great Britain, leading to a clashing with British troops. Eye-popping artwork and easy-to-read text offer an appealing, accessible alternative for struggling and reluctant readers. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding. The perfect book for budding...
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Bold illustrations and active dialogue bring American history to life in this epic graphic novel! The Boston Tea Party, by Matt Doeden, tells the story of a group of American Patriots who protested Great Britain's Tea Act. Going undercover during the night, the Patriots risked their lives to dump a shipment of British tea into Boston Harbor. With extensive back matter including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further internet...
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Boston, 1773. On a rainy night on December 16, 150 men climbed aboard three English cargo ships from Great Britain. The men were angry at the excessive taxes on tea, so they disguised themselves and threw crate upon crate of tea into the harbor. Come along on the act that would lead to the American Revolution in this astounding graphic novel. Maps, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles an exciting addition to classroom discussion.
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