The M-1 Helmet of the World War II GI

The M-1 Helmet of the World War II GI
Author: Pieter Oosterman
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 335
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764336638

The development and combat use of the U.S. World War II era, fixed bail M-1 helmet is covered in this all new volume. Years of research has resulted in this well-balanced and complete work, which includes previously unknown material and unique examples of the M-1 helmet. Much attention is given to the many specific manufacturing details, contract numbers and dates involved in the production of M-1 and M-2helmets. Each variation has been carefully photographed and presented. Also, ten mannequin ensembles represent the GI during basic training, through the fighting in Italy, Normandy, Holland, the Ardennes and Germany. The museum section of the book contains a wealth of rare liners, unit painted helmets, rank marked helmets, camouflaged helmets, paratrooper helmets, battlefield found helmets and much more!

Stahlhelm

Stahlhelm
Author: Floyd R. Tubbs
Publisher: Kent State University Press
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2000
Genre: Germany
ISBN: 9780873386777

German Camouflaged Helmets of the Second World War

German Camouflaged Helmets of the Second World War
Author: Branislav Radovic
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2004
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764321061

This two volume set (companion volumes to the author's previous books on World War II German helmets) is packed with nearly 1000 full-colour photographs of over 180 helmets and covers, all shown at full page size and many in detail. The helmets shown are some of the most wonderful and exotic camouflage helmets to be seen in private and public collections. The various sections are divided into: Paint, Texture, Wire, Covers, Netting, Straps, Interiors and Miscellaneous with each section having its own period photograph reference section -- most never before published. The author brings to the reader and collector, for the first time, a clear, detailed look at the many and varied styles of camouflage the World War II German soldier applied to what was his most personal piece of equipment.

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear
Author: Gary Wilkins
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2001-11
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764314285

This book is jam-packed with practical knowledge on German cloth military headgear. Useful information to help novice collectors learn how to avoid costly mistakes - cap construction basics and materials, descriptions of each cap model and comparisons with altered originals, modified post-war caps, and reproductions - all neatly divided into individual sections for easy reference. Also included is a series of convenient quick check lists that identify common modification danger points for each cap type. For the advanced collector, the book offers historical background about the German cap making industry with the first-ever comprehensive listing of German cap makers, maker mark illustrations, and many individual histories, including never published information on the history and sad fate of the famous cap maker Robert Lubstein/EREL. Over 220 color and black and white contemporary and period photographs bring The Pocket Guide to Third Reich Military Headgear to life.

German Paratroops in North Africa

German Paratroops in North Africa
Author: John E. Hodgin
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2008
Genre: Germany
ISBN: 9780764329395

This large-format book is an in-depth photographic study of Luftwaffe tropical uniforms, headgear, and insignia worn by the Fallschirmjäger during the battles for Africa in World War II. Both full-color and war-era photographs illustrate rare uniforms and equipment including tropical jump smocks, Ramcke Brigade jump helmets, and officer's "Meyer" caps. This book also provides the first accurate description of the design and development of WWII German jump smocks, each illustrated in large, full-color photographs.

The History of the Steel Helmet in the First World War

The History of the Steel Helmet in the First World War
Author: Michael J. Haselgrove
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Total Pages: 735
Release: 2006
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764325281

This illustrated two-volume set is a further detailed look at the helmets of all nations using an identifiable helmet during the First World War, and contains over 1,000 full colour, detailed photos and over 200 period bw photos. Featured are rare and unique helmets, some previously unseen. The text includes a short history of the belligerent countries setting the helmets and their development in context as well as details and dimensions of all helmets.