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And We Shall Shock Them – A respected and comprehensive history of the British Army during the Second World War, written by noted military historian David Fraser. An important work covering leadership, campaigns, strategy, and the evolution of Britain’s wartime fighting forces across multiple theatres of war.
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And We Shall Shock Them by David Fraser is an authoritative and highly regarded account of the British Army during the Second World War, offering readers a detailed examination of the campaigns, commanders, triumphs, failures, and transformations that shaped Britain’s wartime military history. First published in 1983 by Hodder and Stoughton, this substantial work remains an important reference for collectors of military history, students of World War II, and readers interested in British military strategy and operations.
David Fraser, himself a distinguished British Army officer and historian, combines strategic analysis with engaging narrative to present a broad overview of Britain’s military performance from the dark early years of the war through to eventual Allied victory. And We Shall Shock Them explores the British Army’s role in Europe, North Africa, and beyond, while also examining the personalities and command decisions that influenced the conflict. Fraser provides balanced assessments of both celebrated and controversial figures, making the work valuable for serious military historians and enthusiasts alike.
This 1983 hardcover edition presents particularly well, with the striking original dust jacket design remaining highly attractive. Works dealing comprehensively with the British Army in WWII continue to enjoy strong demand among collectors of military and wartime history, especially well-preserved first editions and early printings such as this example.
And We Shall Shock Them is an essential addition to any military history collection, especially for readers interested in British operations during the Second World War, campaign history, leadership studies, and twentieth-century warfare.
Condition – Near Fine
1983 hardcover. Original dust jacket with minor edge wear and small edge damage at the extremities. The book itself remains clean, well-preserved, and soundly bound overall. Internally clean with only light age-related handling evidence.
