#1 – The Rising Tide
In 1942, the United States enters the ground war against Germany through the difficult campaigns in North Africa. Dwight D. Eisenhower must coordinate American, British and French forces, while George S. Patton attempts to turn inexperienced troops into an effective army and Erwin Rommel struggles to…
#2 – The Steel Wave
As the Allies prepare to invade France, Dwight D. Eisenhower must impose unity on a coalition whose commanders disagree over strategy, timing and national priorities. Omar Bradley and Bernard Montgomery prepare the land forces, George S. Patton waits for a command, and Erwin Rommel strengthens the…
#3 – No Less Than Victory
In December 1944, Germany launches a surprise offensive through the Ardennes, creating a dangerous break in the Allied line. Dwight D. Eisenhower attempts to control the crisis while George S. Patton turns his army north towards Bastogne. On the German side, Gerd von Rundstedt understands the…
#4 – The Final Storm
In spring 1945, American forces invade Okinawa, the last major stepping-stone before the Japanese home islands. Chester Nimitz directs the naval campaign while General Mitsuru Ushijima prepares a defence based on fortified positions, attrition and refusal to surrender. Marines and soldiers confront mud, caves, artillery and…