March 1945: the Western Front has reached the Rhine, the last natural barrier before the heart of Germany. The Allies know that crossing this mighty river will open the way to final victory—but the task is anything but simple.
In Rhine Crossing, Richard Humble captures the tension and drama of the last great campaign in Western Europe. He recounts the hazardous assaults mounted across the river—airborne landings, amphibious crossings, and the dash of armored columns—while German forces fought desperately to hold their ground.
Illustrated throughout with rare photographs, detailed maps, and battle diagrams, this volume places the reader at the center of the action: from the surprise seizure of the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen to Montgomery’s meticulously planned Operation Plunder. It shows how ingenuity, courage, and overwhelming force combined to smash open the door to Germany.
A gripping account of strategy, sacrifice, and triumph, Rhine Crossing is essential reading for anyone interested in the climactic battles of World War II in Europe.