Normandy, Bastogne, Dunkirk, Anzio... names that resonate through the hallowed halls of historic World War II. Follow in the footsteps of history with The 25 Essential World War II Sites: European Theater, the world's first — and only — comprehensive travel guide to the European Theater in WWII.

Inside this book you'll find the ultimate travellers' guide to battlefields, museums and monuments, along with:

• More than 500 individual points of interest
• Detailed histories of significant battle sites
• Sites related to "Band of Brothers" and other great war films
• Hotel accommodations close to major sites
• Local attractions and must-see spots
• More than 40 full-color photographs and dozens of detailed maps

For the casual traveller or the dedicated WWII history buff, this is an important part of any trip to Europe. Meticulous, up-to-date research makes it easy getting to hard-to-find sites, leaving plenty of time to enjoy the fabled attractions of some of the most beautiful and vibrant cities and countries in the world.