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

Uniforms, Equipment, and Weapons of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I
Author: Bret Werner
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 326
Release: 2006
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764324314

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study uses over 100 original black and white photographs of American soldiers, many of which are previously unpublished.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.

The World War One Source Book

The World War One Source Book
Author: Philip J. Haythornthwaite
Publisher: Arms & Armour
Total Pages: 412
Release: 1996
Genre: World War, 1914-1918
ISBN: 9781854093516

Contains chapters on the history of the war, weapons and tactics, individual assessments of the warring nations, biographies of the leading figures, and sources of more information.

Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of World War I

Weapons, Gear, and Uniforms of World War I
Author: Eric Fein
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 1429676493

"Describes the uniforms, gear, and weapons used by the Central Powers and Allied Powers during World War I"--Provided by publisher.

German Assault Troops of World War I

German Assault Troops of World War I
Author: Thomas Wictor
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764340369

This book covers the organization, tactics, weapons, equipment, orders of battle, and uniforms of official and unofficial units, from early raiding parties to formal assault battalions. Rare photos depict badges and insignia not previously known, while primary documents describing regulations and training are provided in their entirety. New information on the origin of shock tactics is presented, gleaned from German archives and not previously published in English. Specific operations on all fronts are included, along with extracts from German army manuals for shock-troop arms such as flamethrowers, mortars, machine guns, grenade launchers, assault artillery, and tanks.

Fighting Men of World War II

Fighting Men of World War II
Author: David Miller
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2008
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780811703741

Describes weapons, equipment, and uniforms of World War II Allied Forces.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I
Author: Chris Bishop
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Airplanes, Military
ISBN: 9781782741411

From the first tanks to early submarines to the repeating rifle to the biplane, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I examines key weapons from the Great War. It includes more than 300 pieces of equipment from handguns to zeppelins. Each weapon system is illustrated with a detailed profile artwork and a photograph showing the weapons system in service. Accompanying the illustrative material is detailed text that lists each weapon's service history, the numbers built, and its variants, as well as full specifications. Which tanks were first used at Cambrai? What was created in response to the request for a 'bloody paralyser'? What was the range of the Paris Gun? The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I answers these questions and many more. Packed with artworks, photographs and information on each featured weapon, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War I is a fantastic book for any general reader or military enthusiast.

An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Uniforms of World War I

An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Uniforms of World War I
Author: Jonathan North
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780754823407

This unique illustrated book charts the development in military uniform in relation to a shifting world, in an incredible visual directory with expert analysis and commentary.

Uniforms & Equipment of the British Army in World War I

Uniforms & Equipment of the British Army in World War I
Author: Stephen J. Chambers
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2004-12-30
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764321542

This book contains over 600 rare and never before published photographs of the British Soldier in World War I. The quality images selected were photographed in peace and wartime, in the studio and the field, and show in detail the service dress uniform, equipment and weapons in use by the British Army between 1900-1918. The chapters contain photographic postcards of: Infantry officers and other ranks, Dominion Troops, Infantry Weapons, Machine Gun and Tank Corps, Royal Artillery, Wheels and Transport, Army Service Corps, Royal Army Medical Corps, Royal Engineers, Royal Flying Corps and Battle Insignia. Also included is a full color section of Army, Corps and Divisional signs. Each photograph caption has been carefully and thoroughly researched affording the reader information not to be found in any other single source. The introduction discusses early war photography and goes into further detail on the service dress and equipment to make this a must book for the military historian, collector, researcher, modeller and general enthusiast.