Defeat and Attrition of the 12. SS-Panzer-Division “Hitlerjugend”, Volume I
Defeat and Attrition of the 12. SS-Panzer-Division “Hitlerjugend”, Volume I examines the division’s fighting in the eastern Normandy bridgehead from 7 to 11 June 1944. Its coverage includes battles around Caen, Putot, Bretteville l’Orgueilleuse, Norrey-en-Bessin, Hill 103, Le-Mesnil-Patry and Rots, alongside tactical doctrine, airpower, war crimes and casualty analysis.
At a glance
- Focuses on the period 7–11 June 1944 in the eastern sector of the Normandy bridgehead.
- Discusses Anglo-Canadian D-Day operations and the 12th SS-Panzer-Division’s deployment and battles across several named locations.
- Includes analysis of German and Anglo-Canadian tactical doctrine, tactical airpower and war crimes committed immediately after the invasion.
- The description says the volume includes 40 photographs and maps, plus appendices on German personnel, equipment and armoured losses and losses inflicted on Allied forces.
- Presented as Volume I of a planned multi-volume work.
Reference price: $85.00
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A tightly bounded five-day period and a defined eastern Normandy focus make the scope clear for readers seeking a detailed campaign study.
- Combines location-by-location battle coverage with tactical, airpower and loss-analysis topics.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Casemate |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 August 2024 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1636243479 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1636243474 |
| Weight listed | 582 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.2 x 3 x 22.9 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching the Normandy campaign, especially the eastern bridgehead battles of 7–11 June 1944.
- Military history readers interested in German armoured formations, Anglo-Canadian operations and tactical doctrine.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a broad, introductory history of the entire Normandy campaign or a narrative spanning the full war.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are moderately positive overall, with five-star ratings the largest category, but the spread also includes lower ratings. With no written customer feedback supplied, these figures cannot show what readers praised or criticised. They offer limited guidance on the book’s reception, so assess its narrow five-day scope and specialist military-history focus against your interests.
Frequently asked questions
What period does Volume I cover?
It covers fighting from 7 to 11 June 1944 in the eastern sector of the Normandy bridgehead.
Which battles and locations are discussed?
The description names northern Caen, Putot, Bretteville l’Orgueilleuse, Norrey-en-Bessin, Hill 103, Le-Mesnil-Patry and Rots.
Does the book include maps and photographs?
The product description states that it includes 40 photographs and maps.
Is this a standalone account of the full campaign?
It is described as Volume I of a planned multi-volume work and covers a specific five-day period.
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