Darren Baker takes a look at ''Peiper''s War The Wartime Years of SS Leader Jochen Peiper, 1941–44'' from Frontline Books courtesy of Pen and Sword. This is one of a series of books covering Jochen Peiper by Danny S Parker.

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Books that look at the man behind the image are always welcome but I'd like to ask one thing: Couldn't the publishers find a nicer picture of Jochen that doesn't make him look as if his face is about to break out or that he'd been holding his breath?

Really great review Darren, I think I will pick this up. I already have the big book by Patrick Agte but sometimes another authors perspective on a subject can be different. Peiper was a fascinating figure as a representation of the times in which he lived. Thanks again Darren. Best regards......Dale

I've been reading more about this. I guess there are authors who try to rehabilitate SS commanders and gloss over atrocities against civilians. I'm wondering how this author deals with Peiper and civilians during his time on the Eastern Front?

The book does not attempt to make excuses for what occurred.