This is volume 6 of a 7 volume set on the uniforms used by the U.S. Army Ground Forces during World War II. The book covers the footwear of the ground troops - boots, shoes, overshoes, and leggings. Each item is described and has color photographs as well as how the item was issued, its stock number run, and the price it cost at the time. Also included is the known manufacturers of the item. References for the book are contained in the series addendum.

This is Part II of a two part volume on the identification of Coats and Jackets used by U.S. Army ground forces during World War II. This part covers Raincoats, Wet Weather Jackets, Cold weather jackets, coats, overcoats and parkas, as well as specialized uniform coats like the Tank Jacket, Mountain Jacket and Paratroop jacket. It includes information on how the clothing was issued, stock number data, acquisition cost, and who manufactured each of the items. This book is part of an 8 volume set on U.S. Army ground forces uniforms of World War II

Volume 2, Part II of a multi-book series on the uniforms used by the US Army Ground forces during World War II. This part covers cotton trousers and breeches, as well as some of the specialized uniform trousers. Includes color photographs, descriptions, stock numbers, issue information, and a list of manufacturers.

This is the second volume in a multi-volume set to help collectors, museums, and re-enactors in identifying uniforms used by the U.S. Army Ground forces in World War II. Due to size, the volume has been divided into two parts - the first dealing solely with Wool trousers and breeches, the second with cotton trousers and breeches. It includes a description, stock numbers, and list of manufacturers as well as color photographs of the uniform item.

This is the 4th volume of a multi-volume set of books covering the Uniforms of the U.S. Army Ground Forces of World War II. This volume contains photographs and descriptions of Blue Denim and Herringbone-twill uniforms - including the camouflage uniforms. It also contains information on the issue of the uniform items, as well as the known manufacturers and the stock numbers associated with the clothing.

This paper clearly shows the immediate relevancy of historical study to current events. One of the most common criticisms of the U.S. plan to invade Iraq in 2003 is that too few troops were used. The argument often fails to satisfy anyone for there is no standard against which to judge. A figure of 20 troops per 1000 of the local population is often mentioned as the standard, but as McGrath shows, that figure was arrived at with some questionable assumptions. By analyzing seven military operations from the last 100 years, he arrives at an average number of military forces per 1000 of the population that have been employed in what would generally be considered successful military campaigns. He also points out a variety of important factors affecting those numbers-from geography to local forces employed to supplement soldiers on the battlefield, to the use of contractors-among others.

The Luftwaffe, honed in the Spanish Civil War, played a vital part in Germany's 'Blitzkrieg' victories in 1939-41. Badly overstretched by war on three fronts in 1942-44, it was crippled by an incompetent commander-in-chief, the losses among experienced aircrew, and shortage of fuel. In 1944-45 it faced a final battle of attrition in skies ruled by the Allies as the Eastern and Western pincers closed on the Reich; but until the very end the dwindling band of veteran pilots among them the greatest 'aces' the world has ever known presented a potent threat. This fact-packed review of Luftwaffe uniforms and flying kit is illustrated with rare personal photos, insignia charts, and two dozen meticulously detailed colour figures.

Throughout the relatively short yet highly distinguished history of the Royal Air Force there has been a tendency for the men and women of the Service to be overshadowed by the glamour of the aircraft.Nonetheless it is surprising that there has never before been a complete record of the uniforms and badges of the RAF and its predecessor, the Royal Flying Corps. Malcolm Hobart and Pen and Sword Books have cooperated to rectify this serious omission with this superbly color illustrated and comprehensive collector's guide. Badges of rank and trade are all depicted not only for the flying arms but for ground staff. This valuable addition to our Collector series also covers the RAF Reserves and Auxiliary Service, Air Training Corps and the Royal Observer Corps.