FURY AND ICE: Greenland, the United States and Germany in World War II

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Covers the importance of Greenland during World War II. Explores how Greenland was able to successfully help the Allies because of being able to predict the weather accurately -- it led to the successful invasion of Normandy, as well as bombing offensives against Germany. Discusses how the Germans tried to assault Greenland, going so far as to be the only North American continent to have a German presence in WWII, and how the US Coast Guard helped to fight off the invaders. Also touches on the various tragedies that happened because of the fighting, such as the loss of the transport ship SS Dorchester, as well as the 'Lost Squadron.' Contains 30+ black and white photographs.