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New
HELMETS OF THE ETO
This book proposes a complete study of the variants in the manufacturing of the M1 helmet, illustrated with
more than 700 full-color photos and presents a new selection of helmets coming from the woodwork, stemming from private collections
and museums.
The technical evolution of the M1 and its paratrooper conversions M2 and M1 C is summarized in the form of
plans and clear synthesis boards. The selection of more than 120 helmets evokes, from Normandy to Germany, the battles of
the European Theatre of operation.
Numerous photos reveal their peculiarity, pictograms summarize their technical characteristics and legends
tell their history. These material witnesses bring to life a conflict which ravaged western Europe. Size: 9" x 12", Hard cover,
216 pages, full color, English text. (rzm) Price: $82.48
U.S. ARMY INFANTRY DIVISIONS 1943-45
Volume 2: Orders of Battle &
Combat Chronologies - European Theater of Operations
The author has assembled a quite outstanding amount
of data. The information given for each division includes; divisional insignia illustrated, alongside the division's motto(s),
full list of units assigned to the division, full list of units temporarily attached to the division, e.g. tank destroyer
battalions, including dates of attachment, complete lists of staff and regimental commanders within the division, including
dates served, assignment of division to higher formations (e.g. corps) and extremely detailed combat chronology recording
the division's activities, amounting to a virtual combat diary. A further section provides a record for each unit attached
to an infantry division in the ETO, e.g. every tank destroyer battalion is listed, with each showing the divisions it was
assigned to, and the dates of assignment. This is a superb volume to complement the author's first part in the series, which
received a high degree of praise from reviewers and public alike. Size: 8.5"x12", 42 illustrations, 90 tables, 288 pages.
(casemate) Price - $59.95
Painted Steel
From the author of "Steel Pots": The History of America`s Steel Conbat Helmets" comes : "Painted Steel":
Steel pots, Vol. 2. This companion volume features detailed chapters on painted and unit marked helmets of WW I and WW II,
plus a variety of divisional regimental and subordinate markings. Special full-color plates detail subordinate unit markings
such as the tactial markings used by the U.S. 2nd Division in WW I. In addition, insignia and specialty markings such as USN
beach battalion, Army engineers, medics, MP and airborne division tactical markings ars examined. For those interested in
American armored forces, a complete chapter is devoted to the history of the U.S. tank and combat vehicle crewman`s helmet
from WW I to present. Other chapters provide tips on reproductions and fake representations of U.S. helmets and accessories.
With over 1,000 photos and images (many in color), "Painted Steel" will be a prized addition to any collector`s reference
bookshelf. Hard cover, 1,053 photos (hundreds in color). Price - $57.95
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US Silent Service - Dolphins & Combat Insignia 1924-1945
After eight years of extensive research, the publication of this book is a submarine buff and collector`s dream come
true. This beautiful full-color book chronicles, with period letters and sketches, the developmental history of US submarine
insignia prior to 1945. It also contains many rare and never before published photographs, plus interviews with WWII submarine
veterans, from enlisted men to famous skippers. Each insignia is photograhped (obverse and reverse) and magnified in color.
All known contractors are covered plus embroidered versions, mess dress variations, the Roll of Honor, submarine combat insignia,
battlflags, launch memorabilia and related submarine collectables (postal covers, match book covers, jewerly, posters, advertising
art, postcards, etc) 224 pages - 532 photos.Price -$39.95
New
The Call Of Duty
Military Awards & Decorations of the United States of America
(NEW EXPANDED
EDITION)
This monumental work, which has been long out-of-print, spans over
two centuries and illustrates in striking color the evolution of U.S. military decorations from 1782 to the Global War on
Terrorism Service Medal in 2003. In this comprehensive reference, not only are the obverse, reverse, and appropriate rim markings
illustrated in full color, it also states eligibility for the award and gives historical background. An added treat are dozens
of period photos of the decorations being worn. This new expanded edition is a result of continued years of research
and upgrading of photographs, and has 176 more pages than the first edition. The authors have also been able to expand the
coverage of known rim number styles and number ranges for Army, Navy, and Marine Corps campaign medals. With modern digital
technology, all medals and ribbons have been color-corrected to give you the most accurate and detailed images. Although the
first edition was highly praised, this new edition is without a doubt the best book ever done on the subject! Although there
are an additional 176 pages of color, the publisher is holding to the price of the first edition printed a decade ago. Size:
9.5"x6.5", pages 560 / 1,293 photos (most in color) / delux binding. Price - $69.95
NEW
Encyclopedia of United States Army Insignia and Uniforms This book is the first comprehensive, well-illustrated, fully researched, and completly documented history of U.S.
Army branch insignia and the uniforms on which thoses insignia were worn. More than two thousand photographs illustrate the
actual branch insignia used by men and women of the U.S Army during war and peace from American Independence to the present.
This book tells the story of the major army branches - infantry, artillery, cavalry, and engineers - as well as the service
and support branches comprising doctors and nurses, chaplans, musicians, quatermasters, military police, and the many others
whom have made up the U.S.Army. Size 12"x9"x3", 680 pages, 2,595 b/w photos and illustrations. Price - $120.00
U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Campaign & Commemorative Medals
The campaign and commemorative medals of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps frame an interesting evolution in our country`s
military development and willingness to use this power on a worldwide basis. It traces their roots from our own Civil War
to assuming the stature of the world`s super power. This work provides an in depth overview of not only the history and development
of each campaign medal, but also the historical significance of the events surrounding the establishment of each campaign.
Informative and insightful glimpes of some of the main characters in this history, like Dewey, Sampson, DeLong, Butler, Hanneken,
Peary and Byrd are threaded through this work. The book traces the events and their corresponding medals through our current
involvement in the Bosinia peacekeeping mission. The book also covers, in great detail, several of the more important commemorative
medals which were often struck on a limited basis to account for the lack of appropriate official federal awards. In many
cases, these commemorative medals reflect exacting craftmanship and unusual design features when compared to the campaign
medals. All medals are exquisitely photographed in color with exception of a few of the rare commemorative medals, which are
reproduced in black and white. The work, which is well organized and easy to read, proves to be an interesting and informative
reference work for the collector of these Navy and Marine Corps medals. A value guide is included.
Size: 8 1/2"x11", over 180 color and B/W photographs, 88 pages.
Price - $19.95
United States Army Shoulder Patches
From World War 1 to Korea (1st Division to 40th Division)
Begining in the Civil War, the U.S. Army sought to find an effective system to distinguish troops from different
units. In the closing days of World War 1, it finally arrived at a practical and desirable solution with the adoption of shoulder
patch or shoulder sleeve insignia. For more than eighty years, this often simple device, has been the source of pride and
inspiration for servicemen everywhere. This new book ( the first of a multi-volume set), with a gallery of more than 800 color
and sepia toned illustrations of orginal insignia and period photographs, documents the evolution of these special insignia.
From the period begining with World War 1 to Korea War era, you won`t find a more indispensable guide for the study and collection
of U.S. Army shoulder patches. Collectors will especially enjoy the handy reference section for determining whether
a patch was made by an ally or a former foe. With special emphasis on theater made patches, this volume and most ones that
will follow are sure to be a collector`s paradise. Size: 8 1/2"x11", 800 color photographs, 240 pages. Price - $49.95
United States Army Shoulder Patches and Related Insignia
From World War 1 to Korea (41st Division to 106th Division)
Begining during the Civil War, the U.S. Army sought an effective system to distinguish troops from different
units. With special emphasis on theater made patches, these volumes are sure to become essential references. Without a doubt,
these books are the finest and most completes efforts to date on the subject. Size: 8 1/2"x11", 780 color photographs, 224
pages. Price - $49.95
United States Navy Wings of Gold from 1917 to the Present
This book chronicles in full color the development of Navy wings, including variations in designation, design and makers
from World War I to the present. Also including is a listing of 17,000 naval aviators by name and number up to 1942. Size:
8 1/2"x11", over 400 color photographs, 224 pages.
Price - $ 49.95
The M-1 Helmet
A History of the U.S. M-1 Helmet in World War II
This book presents over seven years of research into the history of the M-1 helmet during World War II, and provides
the most comprehensive examination of its development and production. All aspects of M-1 helmet production are covered including:
the helmet body, the fiber liner, the plastic liner, the parachutist helmet, helmet camouflage, helmet modifications, helmet
paint schemes, and toy helmets. Every production helmet version is presented in full color photographs, including detail shots
and production markings. Also included are World War II era photographs of the helmet samples, helmet production, and helmets
worn in training or in action. This book is a valuable reference to both historians and collectors. Size: 8 1/2"x11", over
350 color and B/W photographs, 112 pages. Price - $39.95
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USMC Guide to Medals, Badges, Insignia
A Complete Guide to All United States Marine Corps Decorations, Medals, Ribbions, Badges and Insignia from
World War II to the Present. This book features: Color plates of all Marine Corps medals and ribbons, All Marine decorations
and service medals along with their history and award criteria, Foreign awards and UN medals, Complete set of Marine ribbons
in correct order with all attachments and devices, All Marine insignia including officer and enlisted rank insignia WW II
to present, World War II shoulder patches, Description of service ID badges, aiguillettes shoulder cords,etc, Detailed information
on marksmanship and trophy badges, A guide to correct wear of medals, ribbons, insignia and badges by active duty Marines
and veterans, Displaying awards and insignia, How to claim medals. If you are a Marine Corps medal and patch collector, then
this is a must for your reference library. Size: 11"x8.5", soft cover, 123 pages, color plates throughout. Price - $23.95 |
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U.S. Navy Medals, Patches, Insignia Guide
This is the Complete Guide to United States Navy Medals, Badges and Insignia World War II to the Present.This
book features: Color plates of all Navy medals amd ribbons. All Navy decorations and service medals along with their history
and award criteria. All commonly awarded foreign and UN medals. Complete set of Navy ribbons in correct order with all attachments
and devices. All Navy insignia including officer and enlisted rank insignia from World War II to present. Enlisted speciality
marks over the past 60 years. Guide to correct wear of medals, ribbons, insignia and badges by active duty personnel and veterans.
Display awards and insignia. How to claim medals. Description of service ID badges aigullettes shoulder cords, etc. Size:
10.5" x 8", 131 pages, color and B/W photos throughout. Price - $23.95 |
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United States Military Patch Guide
NEW, Guide to United States Military Shoulder Sleeve Insignia. The world`s most complete guide and reference
on American military patches... covers World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Kuwait, Bosnia, Afghanistan to the present.
Over 3,100 color patches and tabs covering... History of patches,U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, Army Air Force,
U.S. Air Force, National Guard, Special Forces and Elite Units, Civil Air Patrol. If you are a patch collector, then this
is a must for your reference library. Size: 11"x 8.5", soft cover, 111 pages, over 3,100 color patches and tabs. Price - $23.95 |
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U.S. Army Medal, Patch Guide
The Decorations, Medals, Ribbons, Badges and Insignia of the United States Army World War II to Present. This
complete guide features, A complete full color plates of all Army decorations, medals, ribbons, badges and insignia with all
criteria. Full color precedence chart for all US Army awards and ribbons with devices. Shows insignia for WW II, Korea, Vietnam
and present. Pictures, criteria, and specifications of all Army skill and specialty badges. Details on how to claim your or
your families medals. Chronological display of Army rank and branch insignia from 1941 to present. Commonly awarded foreign
medals and ribbons shown in color with etails. All WW II, Korea, Vietnam, Liberation of Kuwait and State Command major unit
shoulder sleeve insignia in full color. The most complete reference ever published for all U.S. Army medals and insignia...in
a class itself! Size: 11" x 8.5", 145 pages, color plates through out. Price - $23.95 |
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