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The Arms of Krupp 1587-1968 - by William Manchester (Paperback)

The Arms of Krupp 1587-1968 - by  William Manchester (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>In this massive, compellingly readable book, America's preeminent biographer/historian brings to life Europe's most powerful family, a 400-year dynasty that developed the world's most technologically advanced weapons. Manchester's account of the rise and fall of the Krupp dynasty is history as it should be written--alive with all its terrifying power. 69 photos.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>The Krupp family were the premier German arms manufacturers from the middle of the 19th century until the end of World War II, producing artillery pieces and submarines that set the standard for effectiveness. This book relates the history of this influential company.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>William Manchester was a hugely successful popular historian and biographer whose books include The Last Lion, Volumes 1 and 2, Goodbye Darkness, A World Lit Only by Fire, The Glory and the Dream, The Arms of Krupp, American Caesar, The Death of the President, and assorted works of journalism.

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