Author:
Saunders, Tim, 1956-
Imprint:Barnsley, South Yorkshire : Pen & Sword Military, 2008.
Description288 p. : ill. (some col.), maps (some col.) ; 22 cm.
Note:Crete and the Mediterranean -- Fallschirmjäger and the invasion plans -- The fly-in -- The Maleme drop -- The Prison Valley drop -- The defence of Rethymno -- The defence of Iraklio -- Reinforcements and counter-attack -- The battle of Galatas -- Souda Bay and 42nd Street -- Withdrawal and evacuation -- The abduction of General Kreipe -- The airborne invasion tours -- Victoria Cross citations -- The cemeteries -- Orders of battle.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (p. 8) and index.
