Tara is the first contact of many authors, reviewers, and media contacts at Casemate as the primary liaison between our editorial and publicity parts, and who meantime gives her ever-attentive eye to production (at least to make sure books are on time). Aside from being a font of promotional resources for Casemate authors, Tara carefully analyzes the direction of our publicity efforts, matching each project with its audience according to her (quite vast) list of contacts, while also keeping in touch with major media for each one. Tara joined Casemate in September 2004.
We took some time to get to know Opiyo Oloya, author of Helion’s just published BLACK HAWK RISING: The Story of AMISOM’s Successful War against Somali Insurgents, 2007-2014 Where were you born? I was born in Gulu town but I grew up in a little bit of Bwaise of Gulu, Paminiayi. It is about … More Wednesday with the Author: Opiyo Oloya
Author James Stejskal took some time away from wrapping up his latest work, SPECIAL FORCES BERLIN: Clandestine Cold War Operations of the US Army’s Elite, 1956–1990. Could you tell us a bit about any history of military service in your family? In what ways was the military part of your life from an early age? My father … More Wednesday with the Author: James Stejskal
Casemate is pleased to announce the arrival of our latest title in the Vintage Aviation Series, The Way of the Eagle, by Philadelphia native Charles J. Biddle. Having graduated from the Harvard Law School in 1914, Charles John Biddle was admitted to the Pennsylvania bar and was employed by the law firm of Drinker, … More The Way of the Eagle
Charles Bain, author of Fonthill’s just published RARE BIRDS: Forgotten Aircraft of the Second World War, gave us some insight into what inspired him to write this important new book.? I grew up in Windsor, Ontario, and I’ve spent almost all of my life here – it’s been a wonderful city to live in. Being a … More Meet The Author: Charles R.G. Bain
James Huffstodt recently discussed his book, “Lincoln’s Bold Lion,” at Saratoga Springs History Museum. The book is about Civil War Union Brigadier General Martin D. Hardin who grew up in Saratoga Springs. He was wounded four times, lost an arm to amputation, was mentored by President Lincoln, fought at Gettysburg, and played a key role … More Civil War author fascinated by Spa City visit
Originally Featured on Historyextra.com Symbolising uncontrollable rage and bloodlust, Viking berserkers were fierce warriors said to have fought in a trance-like fury. But did such people ever really exist? Here, Dr Kim Hjardar investigates… Viking Berserker figures. The one on the left is wearing a helmet with horns. His companion wears the mask of a … More The Truth about Viking berserkers
Jonathan Gawne, author of Ghost of the ETO, (and many other great titles) shows the multifaceted deception plans and equipment used to fool the enemy on unit strength and offensive intentions. Thanks as always to Don Patton and everyone at the Dr. Harold C. Deutsch WWII History Roundtable for this and all of your many enlightening events. … More Jonathan Gawne Dr. Harold C. Deutsch WWII History Roundtable
One hundred years ago the face of modern warfare was forever changed . On September 15, 1916, the British attacked German positions at Flers-Courcelette – part of the larger Somme offensive – with 32 tanks. The hopeful reaction to the new machines naturally spurred interest in how they had been conceived and by whom. A … More 100 Years of Tanks
Casemate has long been known for its military history, defense studies, and memoirs, yet some may not know that among many other topics, we also publish a terrific series of Classic War Fiction. The latest installment shows World War I through the eyes of a father, privates, senior officers, and a deserter, humanizing the World War I experience in a way … More Classic War Fiction reprints
RG and Carole Hoover-Head hosted a Book Launch party for for his latest work, OSWALD BOELCKE: Germany’s First Fighter Ace and Father of Air Combat, for close friends at their home in Coronado on 6 September. Champagne and dinner were served with wild salmon, caviar, shrimp, fruit, and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Guests were greeted with a poster … More Successful Launch for OSWALD BOELCKE
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