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Author | : Henri-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Casemate |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2022-09-21 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1636242022 |
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In World War II, the U.S. Army not only supplied its soldiers with the most modern equipment and uniforms, suitable for any combat situation, but went as far as providing them with their favorite drinks or candy bars, and seemingly anything else they might require. This comprehensive reference book brings together all the equipment issued to American soldiers in the European Theater of Operations, 1943–45. Each item is presented with its catalog numbers, described in detail and fully depicted in photographs, including close-ups of the labels to aid identification of items. Graphics and diagrams offer additional information and context. There are chapters on everything from uniform, insignia, and small arms issued to the individual, through crew-served weapons, rations, tents, to sports and recreation equipment. There is full coverage of the specialist items issued to Airborne, Armored, and Mountain troops, engineers, signallers, Military Police, medics, chaplains and female personnel. From the chewing gum included in K rations through to artillery-laying equipment, mess trays to portable altars and field harmoniums, this photographic reference gives a unique insight into the world of the U.S. Army in World War II. As a complete catalog with high-quality photographs, this book is invaluable to both family historians researching grandpa's kit found in the attic and to collectors in their quest to find authentic items among the reproductions that flood the modern market.
Author | : Henri-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Casemate |
Total Pages | : 274 |
Release | : 2022-09-21 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1636242049 |
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In World War II, the U.S. Army not only supplied its soldiers with the most modern equipment and uniforms, suitable for any combat situation, but went as far as providing them with their favorite drinks or candy bars, and seemingly anything else they might require. This comprehensive reference book brings together all the equipment issued to American soldiers in the European Theater of Operations, 1943–45. Each item is presented with its catalog numbers, described in detail and fully depicted in photographs, including close-ups of the labels to aid identification of items. Graphics and diagrams offer additional information and context. This second volume of the G.I. Collector's Guide is fully revised with the addition of sections including personal equipment, trophies and souvenirs, the wartime draft and Stateside training, and the life of POWs in German camps. More than one thousand new artifacts with detailed captions are featured in this completely revised new work. Expert Henri-Paul Enjames describes all variations of uniform, insignia, badges, weapons, and equipment in detail. As a complete catalog with high-quality photographs, this book is invaluable to both family historians researching grandpa's kit found in the attic and to collectors in their quest to find authentic items among the reproductions that flood the modern market.
Author | : Henry-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9782352500797 |
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All chapters from volume 1 have been revised and updated (among others: uniforms, signal and medical equipment) and new sections have been added, including personal equipment, Stateside training, and the life of POWs in German camps. More than 1,000 new artifacts with detailed captions are featured in this completely revised new work. Volume 2 of the G.I. Collector’s Guide provides a complete and unequaled source of American ground force documentation for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Author | : Henry-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Casemate Publishers |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9782352500803 |
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All the uniforms, insignia, badges, weapons and equipment of the ETO are described in detail and depicted in both photographs and full color graphics. This book is a must for any collector in the field.
Author | : Henri-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Casemate |
Total Pages | : 272 |
Release | : 2022-07-15 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781636242019 |
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A sumptuously illustrated encyclopedia of the uniforms and equipment assigned to US soldiers serving in Europe 1943-45.
Author | : Henri-Paul Enjames |
Publisher | : Histoire et Collections |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Soldiers |
ISBN | : 9782352503989 |
Download GI Stories Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
"Seventy years ago, thousands of Allied fighting men landed on the Normandy beaches. Among these soldiers were a multitude of Americans who had come to fight, and liberate Europe. Some had no combat experience, others were veterans of the North African or Italian campaigns. This book follows the war service of fifty of these soldiers who served in the ground, air and naval forces. During the course of the war they filled a multitude of roles, from Ranger to bomber pilot, seaman on board a destroyer, or chaplain in a motorized cavalry unit. Nurses and a WAC telephone operator illustrate the part played by female personnel. Each story begins with a short look at the family background, allowing the reader to discover the origins of each soldier and his, or her education and first jobs. The study of official archives and documents kept by the soldiers help us to trace their military careers which began with registration with a draft board before being called up and undertaking basic training. The latter was followed by more specific training which could last a few weeks for a rifleman and several months for a fighter pilot. Most of these men and women made their way to the theater of operations by ship. At this stage of the stories, the unit diaries are of great help in piecing together what happened in the actual fighting which led to overall victory. The story continues with the return home for the more fortunate ones. Indeed, the huge cemeteries dotted around Europe are an eternal reminder of the sacrifice of American service personnel. On a lighter note, part of the final chapter deals with the subject of war brides. Personal photos, letters, medals and simple souvenirs that belonged to each of the men and women in this book are used to illustrate their story"--Foreword.
Author | : Gordon L. Rottman |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 164 |
Release | : 2016-02-25 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1472814266 |
Download World War II US Army Combat Equipments Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
A soldier's “web gear” is as important to his ability to live and fight on the battlefield as are his clothing and weapons. In World War II the US Army issued equipment items that had originated in 1910, though modified and augmented in the 1920s and 1930s, and again during the war itself as a result of combat experience. This book describes and illustrates the great majority of the personal equipment provided for infantry riflemen, GIs armed with other weapons and their ammunition-bearers, officers, and medics. In addition to the web gear itself it covers canteens, mess kit, and first aid items; weapons-related and other specialist items; the long struggle to produce a practical backpack; bivouac and shelter gear, and the most commonly carried tools. The text also explains the basics of materials, colors, markings, nomenclature, and weights for the guidance of collectors. It is illustrated with wartime photos and color close-ups, and the wide-ranging color plates specially prepared for this book offer more than 130 images.
Author | : Judith Bellafaire |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 36 |
Release | : 1993 |
Genre | : Electronic government information |
ISBN | : |
Download The Army Nurse Corps Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Author | : Frank N. Schubert |
Publisher | : Government Printing Office |
Total Pages | : 330 |
Release | : 1995 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9780160429545 |
Download The Whirlwind War Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
CMH Publication 70-30. Edited by Frank N. Schubert and TheresaL. Kraus. Discusses the United States Army's role in the Persian Gulf War from August 1990 to February 1991. Shows the various strands that came together to produce the army of the 1990s and how that army in turn performed under fire and in the glare of world attention. Retains a sense of immediacy in its approach. Contains maps which were carefully researched and compiled as original documents in their own right. Includes an index.
Author | : Roland G. Ruppenthal |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 646 |
Release | : 1953 |
Genre | : Logistics |
ISBN | : |
Download Logistical Support of the Armies Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
The buildup of American armies under General Eisenhower in the United Kingdom in preparation for the Normandy invasion and an account of how they were supplied during the first three months of operations on the Continent. Both volumes emphasize the influence of logistical support on the planning and conduct of combat operations by field armies.