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Author:

Boutland, Craig, author.

Title:

Weapons and machines of World War II / Craig Boutland.

Publisher:

Cavendish Square Publishing,

Copyright Date:

2024

Description:

48 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.

Subject:

World War, 1939-1945--Juvenile literature.
World War, 1939-1945--Equipment and supplies--Juvenile literature.
Military weapons--History--20th century--Juvenile literature.
World War, 1939-1945--Equipment and supplies.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.

Summary:

"How did the Allies win World War II? Superior technology played a huge part in their victory, and readers discover exactly how in this exploration of how STEM was applied in the war effort. From aircraft carriers and submarines to flamethrowers and rocket launchers, readers learn the ins and outs of World War II weaponry, vehicles, and more. The insightful main text is paired with fact boxes, sidebars, and historical photographs. This high-interest look at social studies and STEM concepts is sure to captivate history buffs, readers with an interest in the military, and anyone with a passion for technology'--Amazon.

Series:

Weapons and machines in warfare
Boutland, Craig. Weapons and machines in warfare.

ISBN:

1502669277
9781502669278

Locations:

GOPG641 -- Marshalltown Public Library (Marshalltown)