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The Nazi Germany regime was brutal and inhumane. The atrocities that were committed by the Nazis will remain a shameful chapter in history for possibly centuries to come. This book takes a look at the SS Waffen, Hitler’s elite forces. Beginning with a coup at the start of the war, the elite SS Waffen came to be known as the best and the most brutal. While it had its start with pure German forces, the Waffen later accepted those from other sympathetic countries. These are some of their stories.

There is little doubt that the men who orchestrated the Holocaust were sick individuals with a passion for death and destruction. They believed that not all men, or even most, were created equal and that the death of millions was an acceptable cost. Hear about the commandant of Auschwitz who tells in his own words about how he attempted to streamline his extermination process. While efficiency would normally be rewarded, in this case it was tragic. We listen to these stories to remember the hate in order to never repeat those mistakes again. 

The Second World War was the beginning of a revolution in war and combat. Prior to WWII, the use of armoured vehicles for warfare was completely unheard of. WWII ushered in a new era with the invention and evolution of tanks. This audiobook covers the journey of how these incredible machines became a norm for combat by the time 1945, and then end of the World War came around. 

Follow the building and collapse of the infamous Nazi regime. Everyone with even a tenuous grasp on world history knows the term “Nazi". The connotation surrounding that word is one of chilling terror at the unspeakable evil that was committed by this political party’s rule in Germany. With this audiobook, you will witness the Nazis’ rise to power under the leadership of Adolf Hitler, as well as their ultimate downfall and destruction.  

The Generation Z Guide equips professionals to improve recruitment, enhance engagement, and effectively train and develop the post-Millennial generation. Born after 1998, Generation Z ranges from those entering high school, completing undergraduate college, and starting careers. Generation Z is very different than Millennials and their rapid entrance into the workforce is increasing the complexity of managing and working across generations.

Military men and women are brave people that risk their lives for the good of their country. However, there are always a few that seem to go above and beyond the call of duty, and their actions live on in history for generations to come. This was the case with WWII. Get this audiobook today and learn about the deeds of brave men from both sides of the war. 

One country that not much is spoken of in relation to World War II is France. For the most part, many overlook France in favor of the conflicts between other countries such as the US, Germany, Britain, Russia, and others. However, an important battle raged across the French countryside - a battle against tyranny and oppression. Learn about the brave men and women who fought back against German occupation of their homeland.

For all we know, or think we know, about Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson, what we don’t know is far, far greater. In the duo’s first case, A Study in Scarlet, we learn that Holmes and Watson met on January 1st, 1881, and subsequently moved into an apartment together at 221b Baker Street. Their first case officially began on March 4th of that year, and it is argued that “The Adventure of the Resident Patient” possibly took place in October of 1881, depending on which version of the story you read. But what happened during the rest of 1881? Or all of 1882?

With any military offensive, strong leaders are needed to inspire, direct, and drive their men onward to what each side hopes is a victory. They need to be decisive, strong-willed, and even compassionate. They have to be able to learn from their mistakes and rise above them to become better leaders. Their men should be able to look up to them. In World War II, there were several such men. These are their stories. We can learn so much from our military leaders: skills of diplomacy, negotiation, and how to inspire others to follow.

Vietnam is one of the most hotly debated wars. Should we have been there? Did the people of Vietnam really want our help? Did our presence there really help them? These are questions that will haunt the history books for many decades, or even centuries, to come. What we do know is that some men who fought in this highly unpopular war were heroes. 

Learn the details of a true hell on Earth: Auschwitz. The Holocaust was a tragic time in world history, and one name that is most closely associated with this era is that of Auschwitz: one of several concentration camps where unspeakable and inhumane acts were committed. In this companion volume to The Holocaust: An Introduction, you will go through a detailed account of the camp, its methods of killing and cruelty, and more.

World War I, also known in its time as the “Great War” or the “War to End all Wars”, was an unprecedented holocaust in terms of its sheer scale. Fought by men who hailed from all corners of the globe, it saw millions of soldiers do battle in brutal assaults of attrition, which dragged on for months with little to no respite. Tens of millions of artillery shells and untold hundreds of millions of rifle and machine gun bullets were fired in a conflict that demonstrated man’s capacity to kill each other on an unprecedented scale. 

Among all other soldiers, we can agree that the most controversial are the German soldiers. When we hear the word swastika, we immediately think of the gore and traumatizing event that people during the World War II have gone through. This book, however, talks about four German citizens who strongly stood up for their moral duties to fully support their government. Germans are intense believers of patriotism, and a good patriot is one who submits to authority.

The highest award that any military man or woman can receive is the Medal of Honor. Numerous men and women down through the years have committed acts of bravery that warranted receipt of this prestigious award. This book aims to recount the heroics of just a few men during the Second World War that often paid the ultimate price and received the deserved recognition of this medal.

Escape from terror - True stories of the Holocaust. For many a trip to the dreaded death camps created by the Nazi’s in World War II was a death sentence. Many wouldn’t live for long after disembarking their train. Others were sentenced to hard labor that would eventually claim them or drive them to take drastic measures and attempt to escape. Most would be brought back dead or soon to be dead. There are some stories that stand out from the rest. Men who dared to defy one of the most brutal forces in history, the Nazi regime.

When Covid-19 forced a sudden shift to remote work in 2020, it only exacerbated what had been a long-simmering issue in the workplace: Feelings of isolation and loneliness among employees are on the rise, and contribute to a real and growing mental health problem that affects both individuals and organizations. In Connectable, you'll learn how addressing the issues - and finding practical, effective solutions - can transform an isolated workforce to one that's happier, more engaged, and more productive in their efforts.

Look around our world today, and take special note of the technology and medicine that is a part of it. From the marvelous advances in health care prescriptions to flying vehicles like helicopters to weapons like missile launchers, many of the things we use every day can be traced back to the advances made during World War II. This audiobook is the perfect historical account of these technologies, giving you a detailed background of some of these important components of the modern world. 

The Case for Connection podcast explores the research and evidence behind why human connection is so crucial in an often lonely and isolated world. The bestselling authors of Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In and introvert and extrovert hosts, Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen, provide their expert advice and personal perspectives. This podcast is presented by LessLonely.com, the world’s premier resource for reducing loneliness and strengthening connections across teams. Learn more at https://lesslonely.com.

The often overlooked story of the Pacific front in WWII. All too often, when we think of World War II we recall the great battles that raged on throughout the European continent rather than those that went on in the Pacific. While few will forget Pearl Harbour or the dropping of the atomic bombs, there tends to be some confusion as to what exactly went on over there. This audiobook aims to clear up some of that confusion.

Listen to more tales of bravery of some of WWII’s heroic warriors. For any historical event, no amount of analysis and discussion can ever take the place of the stories of the brave men and women who actually participated. In this second volume of such tales, you will be given a glimpse into some of the most heroic acts of the Second World War.