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Legion of the Damned

by Sven Hassel

15 books Started 1953 Latest 1984
Publication Reading Order

The Legion of the Damned is a series by Sven Hassel, made up of 15 books published between 1953 and 1984. It begins with Legion of the Damned (1953), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Commissar (1984), spanning 31 years of storytelling.

15books
31years active
4decades
~2.2yrs between books
1984latest release
# Title Year Buy
1950s
1 Legion of the Damned 1953 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Wheels of Terror 1958 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Comrades of War 1958 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1960s
4 March Battalion 1962 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Assignment Gestapo 1963 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Monte Cassino / The Beast Regiment 1963 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Liquidate Paris 1967 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 SS General 1969 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1970s
9 Gestapo 1972 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Reign of Hell 1973 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Blitzfreeze 1975 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 The Bloody Road to Death 1977 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Court Martial 1978 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
14 O.G.P.U. Prison 1981 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 The CommissarLatest 1984 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Legion of the Damned series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Legion of the Damned series?

Start with Legion of the Damned (1953), the first book in the Legion of the Damned series by Sven Hassel. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Legion of the Damned series?

There are 15 books in the Legion of the Damned series by Sven Hassel, published between 1953 and 1984.

What is the first book in the Legion of the Damned series?

The first book in the Legion of the Damned series is Legion of the Damned, published in 1953 by Sven Hassel.

What is the latest book in the Legion of the Damned series?

The most recent book in the Legion of the Damned series is The Commissar (1984) by Sven Hassel.

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About Sven Hassel

Sven Hassel (1917-2012), was a Danish author known for his novels about World War II. Born Børge Frederiksen, he served in the German army on the Eastern Front. His experiences during the war inspired his writing, and his novels depict the horrors of war from the perspective of ordinary soldiers. Hassel's notable works include the "Legion of the Damned" series, which sold over 50 million copies worldwide and has been translated into 26 languages. Despite their popularity, his books faced criticism for their graphic violence and portrayal of war. However, Hassel's work has also been praised for its realism and its ability to convey the brutality and futility of war.

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