This title presents a fascinating evaluation of Scotland's role in the Second World War by acclaimed historian, Trevor Royle. It is the follow up title to the successful 'Flowers of the Forest'.

Scotland has had a uniquely important military history over the last five centuries. Conflict with England in the 16th century, Jacobite rebellions in the 18th century, 20th-century defences and the two world wars, as well as the Cold War, all resulted in significant cartographic activity. In this book, two map experts explore the extraordinary rich legacy of Scottish military mapping, showing and explaining the variety of military maps produced for...