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Weapons, Equipment, Insignia

Author : Jeff Warner

Publisher : Schiffer Publishing

Page : 341 pages

File Size : 41,89 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 9780764329227

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Like its predecessors in the series, this book is an epic chronicle of previously unpublished topics, including the uniforms and equipment of the submarine force, PT boat squadrons, mine warfare men, gun crews, signalmen, and more. In addition, never-before addressed subjects including the U.S. Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, Public Health Service, Coast and Geodetic Survey and the Samoan Fita-Fita are examined. Clothing, accoutrements, insignia, small arms, knives, life jackets, novelty items and sweetheart jewelry are all covered.



Illustrated Catalog of Civil War Military Goods

Author : Schuyler, Hartley & Graham

Publisher : Courier Dover Publications

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 38,51 MB

Release : 1985

Category : Antiques & Collectibles

ISBN :

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Rare, profusely illustrated 1864 catalog includes Union Army uniform and dress regulations, arms and ammunition, coats, insignia, flags, swords, rifles, etc. 226 illus.



German Uniforms, Insignia and Equipment, 1918-1923

Author : Charles Woolley

Publisher : Schiffer Publishing

Page : 184 pages

File Size : 19,58 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Germany

ISBN : 9780764316630

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This highly illustrated volume covers the uniforms and insignia of Germany's military in transition from the trenches of the Western front, to street fighting in Berlin, Munich, and other cities, the bitter contests with the Poles and Communists in the Baltic, the Kapp.Luttwitz Putsch, and finally the campaign in the Ruhr. The Quasi-uniformed look of the Communist revolutionaries, as well as images of the tanks and armored cars operated by the Kokampf of the Provisional Reishswehr, are also examined in detail. The photographs and many color illustrations pained and drawn during this violent time, make this a unique volume for uniform and equipment researchers, historians, and modelers. A companion volume will cover the period 1924-1935 and will include uniforms of the: Reichswehr, Stahlhelm, SA, SS, Erhardt Brigade and other para-military units.



The Illustrated Directory of Uniforms, Weapons, and Equipment of the Civil War

Author : David Miller

Publisher : Salamander Books

Page : 484 pages

File Size : 21,17 MB

Release : 2001

Category : History

ISBN :

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This wide-ranging display of artifacts from the Civil War will be an essential reference for collectors of military paraphernalia, wargamers, and anyone interested in military history. Weapons and uniforms of both the North and South have been photographed in vivid color for this book. Experts at West Point Military Academy and other military history establishments approved the carefully researched and specially commissioned artwork of uniformed figures that appear in this directory. Find superb photos of rifles, muskets, and handguns, ammunition, swords, bayonets, artillery pieces and shells, as well as badges of rank, medals, belt buckles and uniforms.



Geronimo!

Author : Bill Rentz

Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 25,56 MB

Release : 2007-02

Category : Antiques & Collectibles

ISBN : 9780764306778

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This fully illustrated volume explores the uniforms, insignia, and equipment of American Airborne, Glider, Troop Carrier, and Airborne Engineers in World War II. Included are over 500 detailed, up-close images of individual items, and multi-side views of full combat rig, and over 100 World War II era color and black and white photos, most unpublished, showing the uniforms and equipment as worn by the troops. Covered in this extensive book are: dress uniforms; jump jackets and pants; headgear; boots; jump wings, unit patches and other insignia; Marine Corps airborne; Troop Carrier and Airborne Engineers; equipment, including parachutes, weapons, communications, and many rare and unusual items exclusive to airborne troops; and a comparative section with both British and German airborne gear. Geronimo! is a detailed look at the clothing and equipment of America's Finest, and is an important reference work for the airborne collector, reenactor, historian and veteran.



Uniforms, Equipment, and Weapons of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I

Author : Bret Werner

Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited

Page : 326 pages

File Size : 40,48 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Antiques & Collectibles

ISBN : 9780764324314

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Uniforms, Equipment and Weapons of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I is a detailed look at the uniforms, equipment, weapons, personal items, insignia, and specialist equipment of the American Army during the Great War. This comprehensive study uses over 100 original black and white photographs of American soldiers, many of which are previously unpublished. The book also shows over 700 full color photographs of original items as well as recreated scenes that bring many of these items to life. Finally, one book that covers all of the nuances of the American Doughboy during the Great War, from common uniforms and equipment, to the rare experimental and private purchased items. This is an indispensable work for any First World War collector, living historian, modeller and enthusiast.



For King and Country

Author : Harlan Glenn

Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited

Page : 192 pages

File Size : 11,37 MB

Release : 1999-01-01

Category : History

ISBN : 9780764307942

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The first in a series of in-depth studies which will cover the uniforms, equipment, insignia, weapons, vehicles, and personal items of the British and Commonwealth soldier of World War II. This initial volume covers the British Airborne soldier of the 1st and 6th Airborne Divisions, and the 1st Polish Independent Parachute Brigade. An essential reference for any military enthusiast, collector, reenactor, and modeler.



World Special Forces Insignia

Author : Gordon L. Rottman

Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing

Page : 183 pages

File Size : 48,50 MB

Release : 2012-09-20

Category : History

ISBN : 1782004505

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Book Description

There exists among the world's armies a proliferation of special forces groups. Today's smaller armies, especially those of developing nations, demand maximum efficiency in force structure and employment. Mountain, jungle, arctic and desert areas require special purpose units trained, conditioned, and equipped to master these environments. This volume by ex-weapons specialist in the US 7th Special Forces Group, Gordon L. Rottman, details the insignia of a myriad of special forces groups from all parts of the globe, from Portugal's Commando Regiment to the North Yemen 'Al Mithalaat' Brigade, with a wealth of illustrations and photographs, including 12 full page colour plates by Simon McCouaig.



The French Foreign Legion in Indochina, 1946-1956

Author : Raymond Guyader

Publisher : Schiffer Military History

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 42,66 MB

Release : 2014

Category : History

ISBN : 9780764346293

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Book Description

This detailed, highly-illustrated study presents a unique and comprehensive collection of uniforms, insignia, and equipment used by the French Foreign Legion in Indochina from 1946 to 1956. More than 400 original pieces are shown in over 1,000 high-quality, color photographs. Over 200 rare war-era photographs of the Legion in Indochina show the vast variety of uniforms and equipment in use. Much of the information included here is presented for the first time in English. This book will become a standard reference for Foreign Legion collectors and historians.



Sailors in Forest Green

Author : Jeff Warner

Publisher : Schiffer Pub Limited

Page : 336 pages

File Size : 40,93 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Antiques & Collectibles

ISBN : 9780764324260

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Sailors in Forest Green is a detailed examination of the uniforms and equipment used by Navy personnel attached to the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Navy hospital corpsmen, Seabees, combat photographers, demolitions experts, and many other Navy specialists served with USMC units from 1941-1945. This subject is often overlooked today. Sailors in Forest Green is the first book of its kind to address this previously unexplored and fascinating topic. It is lavishly illustrated with over 800 previously unpublished archival and contemporary photographs, documents, and dramatic reconstructions. Both U.S. Navy and Marine Corps uniforms are highlighted, including officer and enlisted dress uniforms and insignia, combat and fatigue uniforms, camouflage, field gear and experimental equipment. Additionally, gas masks, medical supplies, and explosives are featured as well. Anyone with an interest in World War II militaria will marvel at this new and exciting breakthrough!