Life and Death in the Ski Troops During the Second World War

The ski troops of the Second World War were a unique and elite fighting force. They were deployed in some of the most challenging conditions imaginable, from the frozen forests of Finland to the sun-baked mountains of Italy. Despite the extreme conditions, these men fought with courage, endurance, and sacrifice, playing a vital role in the Allied victory.

Boys of Winter: Life and Death in the U.S. Ski Troops During the Second World War

by Charles J. Sanders

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3375 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	451 pages
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This gripping account tells the story of the ski troops from their inception in Finland in 1939 to their final battles in Italy in 1945. It is a tale of heroism, hardship, and camaraderie, and it reveals the extraordinary role that these men played in the war.

The ski troops were first developed by the Finnish army in the early 1900s. The Finns were a natural choice for this role, as they were accustomed to skiing from an early age. In the winter of 1939-1940, the Finnish ski troops played a major role in the Winter War against the Soviet Union. The Finns used their superior skiing skills to outmaneuver the Soviets and inflict heavy casualties.

The success of the Finnish ski troops inspired other countries to develop their own ski forces. By the end of the war, there were ski troops from every major Allied country, including the United States, Great Britain, Canada, and France.

The ski troops were used in a variety of roles during the war. They were used to conduct reconnaissance missions, raid enemy positions, and defend mountain passes. They also played a key role in the Allied landings in Italy in 1943 and the liberation of France in 1944.

The ski troops were often outnumbered and outgunned, but they always fought with determination and courage. They were a vital part of the Allied victory in the Second World War, and their story is one that should never be forgotten.

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Boys of Winter: Life and Death in the U.S. Ski Troops During the Second World War

by Charles J. Sanders

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3375 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	451 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE