This book provides a concise & informative treatment of the Maginot Line from North-East France down to the Alps. The Line was named after Andre Maginot who advocated a series of fixed defences to counter the threat of German military resurgence & to provide time for the French Army to mobilise in the event of any invasion. Construction of the Line began in 1929 & was largely complete by the outbreak of World War II. Packed with maps plans & elevations contemporary images & modern photographs plus stunning artwork it forms a detailed & informative visual treatment of this famous fortification system.