WORLD WAR II: Battlefield Europe | The Great Courses | 4 DVDs/Guidebook | New/Sealed The product is a 4-DVD set with a guidebook titled "WORLD WAR II: Battlefield Europe" by David R. Stone. It is a nonfiction history lecture series narrated by Professor David R. Stone, published by Teaching Company, LLC, T.H.E. The content focuses on World War II in Europe, with 24 lectures lasting 30 minutes each. The intended audience includes young adults, ages 9-12, and adults, covering topics in world history and military history. World War II's European Theater, which lasted seven years, is a large subject that takes professional historians to comprehend. According to Professor David R. Stone of the United States Naval conflict College, strategic options, including political, economic, and military ones, serve as organizing concepts for understanding the European conflict. From 1939 to 1945, the European Theater served as the violent epicenter of the global battle between totalitarianism and freedom. Nazi Germany launched its expansion and murder agenda on the European continent, where it clashed at Stalingrad, el-Alamein, Anzio, and Normandy before eventually being defeated, laying the groundwork for the Cold War that would devour the postwar world. The World War II: Battlefield Europe course offers a new perspective on the European Theater's great battles, larger-than-life characters, twists of fate, and intrigue. By the end of the final lesson, readers will have a clearer understanding of why the European conflict played out the way it did and why its legacy continues to reverberate with all actors to this day. World War II: Battlefield Europe is a comprehensive examination of the Allied invasion of Europe, with a concentration on the D-Day landings and the Battle of the Atlantic. The book examines the lessons acquired from both wins and setbacks, focusing on the rise of European anti-Semitism, Hitler's choice to fire his army commander-in-chief, and the reasons for the Allied forces' actions to prevent the Holocaust. The book also delves into the inner workings of combat, such as how choices are made, armies move, and battles are won and lost. The lesson is based on HISTORY's vast coverage of World War II, which includes strategic maps, photographs, film footage, and graphic recreations. The book highlights the necessity of studying the conflict's history, arguing that informed individuals must appreciate its vast global influence. The Great Courses, formerly known as The Teaching Company, offers a wide range of educational DVD courses and lectures taught by professors from leading universities. These courses cover various subjects, including history, literature, science, philosophy, and more. Each course typically consists of 8 to 84 lectures, with each lecture lasting about 30 to 45 minutes. The courses are available in both audio and video formats, with the video versions including visual aids like 3D animations, detailed maps, and illustrations to enhance understanding. Product details ? Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: ?Yes ? MPAA rating: ?PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) ? Package Dimensions: 7.48 x 5.35 x 0.91 inches; 6.4 ounces ? ASIN: 1629978353 ? Media Format: ?DVD ? Studio: ?The Great Courses ? 24 lectures on 4 DVDs ? Printed and digital versions of the course guidebook ? Closed captioning available