British Military Markings, 1939-1945
Author : Peter Hodges
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 14,57 MB
Release : 1971
Category : Vehicles, Military
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Author : Peter Hodges
Publisher :
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 14,57 MB
Release : 1971
Category : Vehicles, Military
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Author : G L D Alderson
Publisher : The History Press
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 11,15 MB
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0752490060
The regiments of the British Army have always set great store by their cap-badges which, in miniature, encapsulated the history and traditions of the units that wore them. They were worn with pride by the County Regiments (which formed the bulk of the infantry) throughout the two world wars. While of relatively recent origin, the cap-badge absorbed a far older territorial allegiance, which can almost be traced back to tribal loyalty before the Norman Conquest and which has been reinforced down the ages. This book presents the reader with a comprehensive collection of capbadges through the years of the Second World War. Every cap-badge is clearly illustrated with pictures from the author's own private collection of badges and comes complete with written descriptions. The fascinating histories behind the conjoining of the various units are also included. A regimental index makes it simple to find specific badges quickly. Cap-badges of the British Army 1939–45 successfully removes the confusion surrounding the wearing of cap-badges by British Army formations during the Second World War whilst enabling people to access this information in complete form for the first time. Essential reading for those with a personal or professional interest in the Second World War.
Author : Lieut Colonel N Cole
Publisher :
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 26,97 MB
Release : 2015-10-15
Category :
ISBN : 9781845749569
Interested in British military insignia of the Second World War? Then this long out-of-print book is the one for you. Although not aspiring to be a complete authority on the subject, the author's knowledge is immense, and he includes with his drawings of the badges information on how the insignia came to be adopted, and brief details of the war service of the unit concerned. The author's own interest in the subject was first sparked when he was asked to come up with a new badge for a Naval antiaircraft unit. After his idea was adopted, Lt.-Col. Cole began to collect badges and the resulting collection forms the basis for this absorbing book, which takes in armies, corps, divisions and smaller units too. An essential guide for all those interested in the heraldry of modern war.
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 14,11 MB
Release : 1950
Category : Army Gt. Brit
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Author : Maurer Maurer
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 20,80 MB
Release : 1961
Category : United States
ISBN : 1428915850
Author : United States. USAF Historical Division
Publisher :
Page : 856 pages
File Size : 25,74 MB
Release : 1969
Category : United States
ISBN :
This collection of squadron histories has been prepared by the USAF Historical Division to complement the Division's book, Air Force Combat Units of World War II. The 1,226 units covered by this volume are the combat (tactical) squadrons that were active between 7 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. Each squadron is traced from its beginning through 5 March 1963, the fiftieth anniversary of the organization of the 1st Aero (later Bombardment) Squadron, the first Army unit to be equipped with aircraft for tactical operations. For each squadron there is a statement of the official lineage and data on the unit's assignments, stations, aircraft and missiles, operations, service streamers, campaign participation, decorations, and emblem.
Author : Peter Taylor
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 46,7 MB
Release : 2013-05-20
Category : History
ISBN : 1473822335
As early as 1940 political leaders and military commanders responsible for the conduct of the Allied operations relalised that, after a string of disastrous setbacks, national morale could only be restored by taking offensive action against the enemy. With the limited resources available Churchills stirring call to set Europe ablaze called for unconventional solutions and action.From these uncertain beginnings was born a plethora of Allied Special Force units. Inevitably some are household names but others are little known, having had brief and covert existences in far flung parts of the world.rnrnAll, however, had distinctive identities and their proudly worn insignia represent a fascinating and often elusive challenge for militaria collectors. This is due, not just to the scarcity of items in many cases, but to the mystery of their origin; a number of these units were established on an ad hoc and spontaneous basis.Peter Taylors aim in compiling Allied Special Forces Insignia 1939–1948 is to fill a gap in the growing bibliography of militaria collecting. At the same time, Brigadier Bryan Watkins introduction sets in context the growth and development of Allied Special Forces during the global conflict 1939-45.Lavishly illustrated, this work will prove an essential reference work and companion guide for the expert collector and all interested in military history.
Author : US Army Military History Institute
Publisher :
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 17,31 MB
Release : 1979
Category : Commonwealth countries
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Publisher :
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 17,9 MB
Release :
Category : Military art and science
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Author : US Army Military History Research Collection
Publisher :
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 41,78 MB
Release : 1978
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