Heroes of the Battlefield

Brian and Brenda Williams

In 1939 Britain and France went to war with Germany. It wasn’t long, and the war turned into a global effort. Fighting the Nazis and Hitler was necessary to save the world from a group that hated democracy, systems of equality and other racial groups like the Jews. This war took 57 nations and finally ended in 1945. Wars create real-life heroes and even some unsung heroes.  John French from Australia died saving his comrades. Audi Murphy from the U.S. received medals for bravery all before he turned 21 years old. In the 1940s there was also the Iwo Jima battle, Pearl Harbor, The Battle of Midway and the Battle of Britain.

Wars have been plaguing mankind for centuries. In this guide readers will learn about war, heroes, ships, planes and how people fought. Actual black and white photos, fun facts and a glossary on the back pages. There is also a list of websites and other resources for eager minds to learn about the wars of the world. Parents and teachers can use this tool to teach children cause and effect, and so much more.

BIBLIO: 2016, Heinemann-Raintree, Ages 7 to 12, $.

REVIEWER: Kristi Bernard

FORMAT: Non-Fiction Children’s Book

ISBN: 9781410980489