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Uniforms: Allies (Soviet included at end)

UNIFORMS AND INSIGNIA OF THE ALLIES

see #111 below out of print! see #128 below see #17 Soviet section below see #129 below

1. U.S. ARMY UNIFORMS OF THE COLD WAR, 1948-1973,
Shelby Stanton, C,

Describes the uniforms worn by Army personnel during the overseas crisis and
U.S. civil disturbances of this century's third quarter,

288 pp.
$24.00*

2. U.S. ARMY UNIFORMS OF WWII,
Shelby Stanton, S,

Over 400 photos from government archives and private collections,
288 pp.
$20.00

3. U.S. ARMY UNIFORMS OF THE VIETNAM WAR,
Shelby Stanton, S,

First comprehensive survey to accurately depict the clothing and individual
equipment of the American soldier in Vietnam,

256 pp.
$20.00

4. U.S. ARMY UNIFORMS OF THE KOREAN WAR,
Shelby Stanton, C,

Comprehensive coverage of summer and winter clothing, equipment and insignia,

256 pp.
$30.00

5. U.S. AIRCREW COMBAT FLIGHT AND SURVIVAL GEAR,
H. Halberstadt, S, O,

Solid full color reference illustrating such items as survival vests, leggings and
chaps, life preservers, personal survival kits and much more, 150 color
photos,

128 pp.
$25.00

7. SPECIAL WARFARE, SPECIAL WEAPONS,
Kevin Dockery, C, O,

the author presents recently de-classified and other previously unavailable material on the
weapons of the US Navy Seals,

192 pp.
$30.00

8. SILVER WINGS, PINKS, & GREENS: UNIFORMS, WINGS & INSIGNIA OF USAAF AIRMEN IN WWII,
Jon Maguire, C, O,

A look at the uniforms and insignia of the USAAF
during the WWII years covering a broad range of clothing, collar insignia,
rank insignia, shoulder/sleeve insignia, and squadron patches, mostly in
color,

224pp
$60.00

9. MILITARY MEDALS, DECORATIONS & ORDERS OF THE U.S. & EUROPE,
Robert Ball, C, O,

100's of photos of rare, seldom seen medals, decorations and orders up
to WWII, with their intricate details captured in color photographs,

192 pp.
$45.00

10. AMERICAN FLIGHT JACKETS, AIRMEN & AIRCRAFT,
Jon Maguire, C, O,

This huge book provides the history of U.S. flyers jackets from WWI to Desert Storm
with a special emphasis on the artwork of the WWII years, 1,000 color and b/w
photographs, new second edition!, additional 32 pages of WWII jackets,

280 pp.
$70.00

13. GEAR UP!: FLIGHT CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT OF USAAF AIRMEN IN WORLD WAR II,

Jon Maguire, C, O, This work from Maguire provides an in-depth examination of
personal flight clothing used by USAAF flyers in WWII, over 600 photos, most
in full color,

184 pp.
$60.00

U.S. NAVAL AVIATION PATCHES,
Michael Roberts, six volumes to date, C, O,

A massive series of books covering Naval Aviation patches from WWII to the
present. Each volume contains over 1,000 patches in full color.

14. VOL. 1: AIRCRAFT CARRIERS/CARRIER AIR WINGS, SUPPORT ESTABLISHMENTS,

160 pp.
$30.00

15. VOL. 2: AIRCRAFT/ATTACK SQUADRONS/HELI SQUADRONS,

144 pp.
$30.00

16. VOL. 3: FIGHTER/FIGHTER ATTACK/RECON SQUADRONS,

168 pp.
$30.00

17. VOL. 4: AMPHIBIOUS FORCES/SEAL TEAMS/FLEET/FLOTILLAS/GROUPS,

168 pp.
$30.00

18. VOL. 5: SHIPS: BATTLESHIPS/CRUISERS/DESTROYERS/LSTs/ETC.,

208 pp.
$40.00

19. VOL. 6: SUBMARINES,

176pp.
$35.00

20. PATCH GUIDE: U.S. NAVY SHIPS AND SUBMARINES,
C, O,

1,300 different ships
and submarines from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf War have their crests
displayed in brilliant full color, new lower price!,

160 pp.
$40.00

21. WEAPONS AND FIELD GEAR OF THE NORTH VIETNAMESE ARMY AND VIET CONG,
Edward Emering, C,O,

full color study of of the weapons and equipment of the
North Vietnamese army and their puppet troops, which represented a microcosm
of gear from all of this century's wars,

160 pp.
$40.00

22. CAMOUFLAGE UNIFORMS OF EUROPEAN AND NATO ARMIES, 1945 TO THE PRESENT,
J.F. Borsarello, S,O,

this full color book covers nearly all of the NATO, and
other European Armies camouglaged uniforms, and not only explains the many
patterns, but also their efficacy of design. Described and illustrated are
the variety of materials tested in over forty different armies, and includes
the history of obsolete trial tests from 1945 to the present time, over 290
color and b/w photos,

120 pp.
$30.00

27. U.S NAVY AND MARINE CORPS CAMPAIGN & COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS,
Edward Emering, S,O,

with over 180 color & b/w phots, this book traces the history
of these medals from the Civil War to the present, and includes a value
guide,

88 pp.
$20.00

30. SPALDING AVIATOR'S CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT IN THE 1920'S-1930'S,
S,

facsimile reprint that covers the variety of flying clothing and equipment
manufactured by Spalding, 130 b/w images,

36 pp.
$10.00

31. LUFTWAFFE VS. RAF: FLYING EQUIPMENT OF THE AIR WAR, 1939-45, VOL. 2,
Mick Prodger, C,O,

the final volume of the set (see #59 for Vol. 1) includes 450
color photographs bringing together an exceptional array of rarely seen
combat equipment covering everything from compasses hidden in tunic buttons
to suits with built in parachutes, and harnesses, life preservers,
inflatable boats, survival tools, weapons, and much more,

144 pp.
$50.00

32. PERSONNEL ARMOR SYSTEM GROUND TROOPS (PASGT) HELMET,
Mark Reynosa, S,O

an illustrated study of the U.S. Military's current issue helmet as used in
the Gulf War, with details also of paratroopers helmets and helmet covers,
over 115 color and b/w photos,

80 pp.
$20.00

33. VINTAGE FLYING HELMETS,
Mick Prodger, C, O,

Explores the history and
development of early flying headgear throughout the pioneering nations up to
the end of WWII. Over 1,000 photos, most in color, depict more than 650
different items of flying headgear,

336 pp.
$75.00

34. ART OF THE FLIGHT JACKET: CLASSIC LEATHER JACKETS OF WWII,
Jon Maguire, C, O,

Following the success of his earlier books, Maguire now focuses solely
on the painted leather jackets of the WWII years illustrated in full color,

176pp.
$50.00

35. U.S. NAVY WINGS OF GOLD: FROM 1917 TO THE PRESENT,
Ron Willis, C, O,

Chronicles in full color the development of Navy wings, including variations
in designation, design and makers, 400 color photos,

224 pp.
$50.00

36. U.S. COMBAT AIRCREW SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT,
Michael Breuninger, S, O,

Detailed study of USAF, Army, Army Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps survival
equipment from WWII to the present day,

208 pp.
$30.00

37. TO WIN THE WAR,
Cohen, S, O,

Victory pins, rationing books and stamps,
propaganda buttons, V-mail, war toys, and more are illustrated in full color
in this nostalgic look at the home front during WWII,

206 pp.
$30.00

38. TOYS GO TO WAR,
Matthews, S, O,

WWII military toys, games, puzzles and
books of most countries involved with the war are illustrated in full color,

272 pp.
$30.00

39.THE G.I. SERIES: THE ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN SOLDIER, HIS UNIFORM, AND HIS EQUIPMENT,
John Langellier, S, O,

An impressive collection
of images that provides a comprehensive look at American soldiers and their
uniforms and equipment throughout our nation's history,

each volume- 80 pp.

$15.00

VOL. 1: THE WAR IN EUROPE
VOL. 2: THE BLUECOATS: U.S. ARMY IN THE WEST, 1848-1897
VOL. 3: LONKNIVES: THE U.S. CAVALRY AND OTHER MOUNTED FORCES, 1845-1942
VOL. 4: BILLY YANK: THE UNIFORM OF THE UNION ARMY, 1861-1865
VOL. 5: JOHNNY REB: THE UNIFORM OF THE CONFEDERATE ARMY, 1861-1865
VOL. 6: THE WAR IN THE PACIFIC: FROM PEARL HARBOR TO OKINAWA, 1941-1945
VOL. 7: OVER THERE!: THE AMERICAN SOLDIER IN WWI
VOL. 8: THE U.S. ARMY TODAY: FROM THE END OF THE COLD WAR TO THE PRESENT
DAY
VOL. 9: U.S. MARINE CORPS,
VOL. 10: PATTON'S THIRD ARMY
VOL. 11: REDLAGS
VOL. 12: SOUND THE CHARGE
VOL. 13: GRUNTS: U.S. INFANTRY IN VIETNAM
VOL. 14: FIX BAYONETS: THE U.S. INFANTRY FROM THE CIVIL WAR TO THE END
OF WWII, 1861-1945
VOL. 15: UNCLE SAM'S LITTLE WARS
VOL. 16: CUSTER AND HIS COMMANDS
VOL. 17: HELL ON WHEELS: THE MEN OF THE US ARMORED FORCES, 1918 TO THE
PRESENT
VOL. 18: FALL OF FORTRESS EUROPE: FROM THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE TO THE
CROSSING OF THE RHINE
VOL. 19: TERRIBLE SWIFT SWORD: UNION ARTILLERY, CAVALRY AND INFANTRY,
1861-1865
VOL. 20: AMERICAN INDIANS IN THE U.S. ARMED FORCES, 1866-1945
VOL. 21: THE MARINES IN WWII,
VOL. 22: SCREAMING EAGLES: THE 101ST AIRBORNE DIVISION FROM D-DAY TO
DESERT STORM,
VOL. 23: THE WAR IN KOREA: THE U.S. ARMY IN KOREA 1950-1953,
VOL. 24: THE MEN OF THE MIGHTY EIGHTH: THE U.S. 8TH AIR FORCE, 1942-1945,
VOL. 25: AMERICA'S COMMANDOS: U.S. SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES OF WWII AND
KOREA,
VOL. 26: DISTANT THUNDER: THE U.S. ARTILLERY FROM THE SPANISH AMERICAN
WAR TO PRESENT,
VOL. 27: SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES IN THE COLD WAR,
VOL. 28: MARINES IN VIETMAN,
VOL. 29: THE GULF WAR: DESERT SHIELD AND DESERT STORM, 1990-1991,
VOL. 30: AIRBORNE FORCES OF THE COLD WAR
VOL. 31: THE BIG RED ONE

40. MORE SILVER WINGS, PINKS & GREENS,
Jon Maguire, C, O,

An expanded study
of his earlier classic, includes more on the wing qualification badges,
uniforms, and patches, all also totally new areas including Civil Air Patrol,
W.A.S.P.s, Air Transport Command, Factory technical Representatives, and
"Yanks" in the RAF and RCAF. On top of that the uniforms and insignia from
WWI and between the war are covered, full color study,

350pp.
$80.00

41. JET AGE FLIGHT HELMETS: AVIATION HEADGEAR IN THE MODERN AGE,
Alan Wise, C, O,

The first book ever to cover in detail the history and development of
military flight helmets from the post-World War II era to the present, and
includes over 120 different helmets and their associated equipment, from the
U.S. and foreign countries, over 1,000 images most in full color,

248 pp.
$75.00

42. THE M-1 HELMET: A HISTORY OF THE M-1 HELMET IN WORLD WAR II,
Mark Reynosa, C, O,

Provides the most comprehensive examination of the M-1
development and production. All aspects of the M-1 helmet are covered and
every production helmet version is presented in full color photographs, a
valuable reference,

112 pp.
$40.00

43. SWEETHEART JEWELRY & COLLECTIBLES,
Nick Snider, S, O,

Large full color
study of the lockets, bracelets, wings of love, In-service pins, Remember
Pearl Harbor items, Victory pins, cards, pillows, banners, necklaces and
compacts that became keepsakes, 475 color photographs, price guide,

160 pp.
$30.00

44. ANTIQUE SWEETHEART JEWELRY,
Nicolas Snider, S, O,

Over 200 color photos,
most of full-page size, display thousands of items of jewelry, banner, pillow
covers, paper items and compacts, as well as a special section on the Seabee
and WASP items, price guide,

160 pp.
$30.00

45. EAGLES RECALLED,
Warren Carroll, C, O,

Pilot and aircrew wings of Canada,
Great Britain and the British Commonwealth, 1913-1945 featured in full color
photographs, complete with issue dates. Much of the material contained in
this book has never been seen before by the public, 800 color & b/w photos,

352 pp.
$80.00

46. ORDERS, DECORATIONS AND BADGES OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM,

Edward Emering, S, O,

Covered are orders and decorations now considered
official by the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, as well as many of the
obsolete awards and the commemorative, political and local awards,190 color
&b/w photos,

96p.
$25.00

47. LUFTWAFFE VS. RAF: FLYING CLOTHING OF THE AIR WAR, 1939-45,
Mick Prodger, C, O,

An up-close and serious examination of the various patterns of flight
jackets, suits, headgear, and gloves worn by the pilots and aircrew of these
two adversaries, includes a look at experimental outfits, 500 color &b/w
photos,

160 pp.
$50.00

49.COLLECTING METAL SHOULDER TITLES,
R.A. Westlake, C,

Heavily illustrated account of British regimental shoulder insignia from the 19th century to the present,

348 pp.
$30.00

50. CANUCK: CLOTHING AND EQUIPPING THE CANADIAN SOLDIER, 1939-1945,
Michael Dorosh, S,

This new series gives a comprehensive view of the Canadian soldier
in WWII.Volume one provides current, detailed photographs of the combat
uniforms, insignia, and equipment of the Canadian foot soldier,

168 pp.
$11.00

51.ENCYCLOPEDIA OF UNITED STATES ARMY INSIGNIA AND UNIFORMS,
William Emerson, C, O,

An unbelievable, massive study that is the first comprehensive, well
illustrated, fully researched and completely documented history of U.S.
branch insignia and the uniforms on which those insignia were worn.
Absolutely no branch of the armed service is left uncovered from earliest
times to the present. This is by far the most serious in-depth study ever
published and it's illustrated with over 2,000 photographs,

700 pp.
$135.00

52. MILITARY BADGE COLLECTING,
John Gaylor, C,

British Army badges from the
earliest days to the present, with photographs of 800 examples,

304 pp.
$30.00

53. U.S CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL DEFENSE RESPIRATORS: AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY,
Chris Carey, C,O,

with over 500 color and b/w photos this book traces the
history of military and civilian defense respirarator developments spanning
WW1 to the present, the first book ever on the subject, very unique,

224 pp.
$45.00

54. HATS OFF: HEAD DRESS OF THE U.S ARMY 1872-1912,
John Langellier, C,O,

offers a concise history of U.S. Army headgear from the immediate post Civil
War era to the eve of WWI. The author shares more than 25 years of research
in archives, museums, and private collections. An informative text is
supported by nearly 400 illustrations of rare and important military
headdress,

320 pp.
$70.00

55. BRASSEY'S BOOK OF CAMOUFLAGE,
Tim Newark, C, O,

The evolution of camouflage from its development in WWI and WWII to the full range of modern patterns in use today. Almost all countries are represented showing each
countries design in super close-up color photographs, 200 color photographs,

144 pp.
$30.00

57. ARMY AIR FORCE AND UNITED STATES AIR FORCE DECORATIONS, MEDALS, RIBBONS, BADGES AND INSIGNIA,
Tony Aldebol, C, O,

a most comprehensive, lavishly
illustrated work on the medals and decorations of the first 50 years of the
USAF and USAAF in WWII, 16 color plates,

144 pp.
$25.00

59. SUBMARINE BADGES AND INSIGNIA OF THE WORLD: AN ILLUSTRATED REFERENCE FOR COLLECTORS,
Richard Johnson, C,O,

a complete compendium of the submarine
badges of the world, dating from the Imperial Russian Naval Officer's
Submarine School of 1909 to the new South Korean Submariner's Badge issued in
1996, illustrated with over 400 color photographs,

136 pp.
$45.00

60. U.S. COMBAT HELMETS OF THE 20TH CENTURY: MASS PRODUCTION AND HELMETS,
Mark Reynosa, C,O,

this book represents nearly a decade of research into the
history of U.S. prodcuction combat helmets, and provides the most
comprehensive examination yet published, 250 color & b/w photos,

112 pp.
$40.00

61. WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT OF THE SAS,
Peter Daman, C,

fully illustrated guide
presents the vast array of weapons and equipment it requires for all possoble
circumstances, and describes how they are used on operations, 110 color and
35 b/w photos,

192 pp.
$20.00

62. UNITED NATIONS MEDALS AND MISSIONS, Lawrence Borts, C,O,

first complete book on all the United Nations medals and ribbons and the missions that
generated them, with 16 color plates,

96 pp.
$25.00

63. THE DECORATIONS, MEDALS, RIBBONS, BADGES AND INSIGNIA OF THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS: WWII TO THE PRESENT,
James Thompson, C,O,

a most thorough and easy to use guide on all decorations, medals, badges, and
insignia of the Marine Corps, complete with16 color plates,

112 pp.
$25.00

65. SPEARHEADING D-DAY: AMERICAN SPECIAL UNITS, 6 JUNE 1944,
Jonathan Gawne, C,O,

the author covers every apsect of the organization, training and active
operations of the special forces of D-Day. He has unearthed a wealth of
information by consulting the original orders for Overlord, after action
reports and veterans. In addition a large number of period color photos and
modern reconstructions show every aspect of the uniforms, insignia, weapons.
and equipment, an essential reference book,

144 pp.
$38.00*

66. TIGER PATTERNS: A GUIDE TO THE VIETNAM WARS'S TIGERSTRIPE COMBAT FATIGUE PATTERNS AND UNIFORMS,
Richard Johnson, C,O,

this book analyzes to the most
minute degree, the finite variances which defined the many original, Vietnam
era tigerstripe patterns and uniform cuts and establishes dependable
identification techniques and practices, over 280 color and b/w photos, line
drawings,

264 pp.
$70.00

67. THE 1944-45 BRITISH SOLDIER,
Jean Bouchery, C,O, 2 volumes,

The British
Army that landed at Normandy was one of the most colorful and diverse ever
assembled. These volumes depict the British Army and its Canadian and Polish
Allies in unprecedental detail. Archives have been combed to find rare
photographs as well as surviving weapons and equipment that are shown being
worn by re-enactors.

Volume I: Full color coverage of uniforms, insignia, decorations, equipment
and individual weapons,

176 pp.
$48.00

Volume II: Full coverage of unit organization, the arms of service,
artillery, tanks, vehicles, tactical markings, camouflage, bibliography and
index,

128 pp.
$48.00

68. GERONIMO! U.S. AIRBORNE UNIFORMS, INSIGNIA & EQUIPMENT IN WWII,
Bill Rentz, C,O,

over 530 detailed, up-close images of individual items, and
multi-side views of full combat rig, and over 100 WWII era color and black
and white mostly unpublished photos, showing the uniforms and equipment worn
by the troops. Covered are dress uniforms, jump jackets and pants, headgear,
boots, jump wings, unit patches and other insignia, Marine Corps airborne,
Troop Carrier and Airborne egineers, equipment including parachutes, weapons,
communications and many rare and unusual items exclusive to Airborne troops.
Also includes a complete section with British and German airborne gear. A
definitive reference!

102 pp.
$60.00

69. THE WORLD WAR II TOMMY,
Martin Brayley, C,O,

full color photographs of original uniforms worn by live models present a dynamic recreation of the army at the outbreak of WWII through the liberation of North West Europe in 1944-45. Includes many rare items, some never before published, including
infantry, tank crews, airborne troops, gunners, engineers and medical
personnel, 250 color illustrations,

144 pp.
$45.00

70. FOR KING AND COUNTRY: BRITISH AIRBORNE UNIFORMS, INSIGNIA & EQUIPMENT IN WWII,
Harlan Glenn, C,O,

the first in a series of in-depth studies which will
cover the uniforms, equipment, insignia, weapons, vehicles, and personal
items of the British and Commonwealth soldier of WWII. This initial volume
covers the British Airborne soldier of the 1st and 6th Airborne Divisions,
and the 1st Polish Independant Parachute Brigade. With over 540 color
recreation, and detail photos and over 65 unpublished war era black and white
photos, the complete airborne rig is covered in great detail,

192 pp.
$60.00

71. UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT OF U.S ARMY INFANTRY, LRRPs, AND RANGERS IN VIETNAM, 1965-1971,
Paul Miraldi, C,O,

this extensively researched volume is
a comprehensive guide to the history, development, wear, and use of uniforms
and equipment during the Vietnam war. Included are insignia, headgear,
camouflage uniforms, experimental items. modified items. flak armor, boots,
clothing accessories, paper items and personal items. Packed with over 500
detailed color photographs, and over 100 unpublished original photos, as well
as many close-ups, this book fills an important gap in the collectors
reference library,

208 pp.
$60.00

72. HEAD DRESS OF THE BRITISH HEAVY CAVALRY (DRAGOONS) 1842-1922,
David Rowe, C,O,

Here for the first time ever is a book dedicated to the head-dress worn
by the British Heavy Calvary, both regular, and volunteer. It is lavisly
illustrated with both color and black and white photos of helmets, together
with contemporary black and white photographs of officers in full dress
uniform. Each pattern of helmet is fully described, including the type of
materials and metal used, the number of component parts, and method of
construction for both the officers and the other ranks pattern of helmet,

256 pp.
$75.00

73. POST-WORLD WAR II M-1 HELMETS, AN ILLUSTRATED STUDY,
Mark Reynosa, C,O,

provides the most comprehensive look into the research, development, and
production of the M-1 Helmet during this often overlooked period. All aspects
are covered including the helmet body, cotton duck liner, combat helmet
liner, parachutist helmets, and camouflage helmet covers. Over 260 color and
b/w photos,

136 pp.
$40.00

74. HELMETS OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR: GERMANY, BRITAIN AND THEIR ALLIES,
Michael Haselgrove, C,O,

a detailed look at the helmets of all nations during
WWI. Full color photos of over 150 helmets, including multiple views,
interiors, and up-close detail. Rare period photos show the helmets as worn,
and offer views of in-field modifications, camouflage and other details, over
500 color and b/w photos,

240 pp.
$60.00

75. BADGES AND INSIGNIA OF THE ELITE FORCES,
Leroy Thompson, S,O,

a magnificant collection of badges and insignia that reflect the imagination,
flair and fighting spirit of these special units. Every nation in the world
with an elite force is represented in more than 1,500 lavish color
illustrations with detailed captions explaining the formation and history of
each nation's units, along with rare field photos of most insignia never
before published, 64 color pages, 100 b/w illustrations,

144 pp.
$20.00

76. ALLIED SPECIAL FORCES INSIGNIA,
Peter Taylor, C,
the detailed text and the 400 color illustrations which accompany it are the result of a lifetime of research, and surely the most definitive book ever to be published on
Special Forces insignia of WWII. American units include Merrill's Marauders,
Airborne and Rangers, British and Commonwealth units include the Commandos,
Parachute regiment, Special Air Service, Special Boat Service, Long Range
Desert Group, Chindits, as well as Canadian and Australian paratroopers,

256 pp.
$40.00

78. THE SUPERCOMMANDOS: FIRST SPECIAL FORCE, 1942-19454, AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY,
Robert Ross, C,O,

a detailed history of this unit that evolved as
the amalgam of two armies, Canadian and American, and the men picked to fill
its ranks, were among the hand-picked best from throughout North America.
Includes full color photos of actual ISSF uniforms, equipment etc. also a
photo-essay by renowned combat photographer Robert Capa. The book is capped
off by full-color maps, highly detailed order of battle graphics, charts and
numerous facsimiles of noteworthy original Force documents, over 400 b/w
photos and over 80 color photos,

256 pp.
$60.00

79. THE AMERICAN SOLDIER IN WWII,
Bernard Nalty, C,O,

this fabulously illustrated history relates what daily life was like for ordinary US
servicemen - soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen - on the frontlines of
WWII. Archival photographs, studio color photographs of equipment and
uniforms, and reproductions of period cartoons, posters, and letters from
home are presented in the context of the war's chronology. Specific topics
addressed include: humor in the face of adversity, homsickness, periods of
boredom and drudgery, rest and relaxation, hospitalization, life in POW
camps, dealing with depression, the joy of victory, and the euphoric trek
home, 250 color and b/w photographs,

176 pp.
$25.00

81. PAINTED STEEL: STEEL POTS, VOLUME II,
Chris Arnold, C,

This companion volume to #80 above features detailed chapters on painted and unit marked helmets of WWI and WWII, plus a variety of divisional, regimental and
subordinate markings. Special full-color plates detail subordinate unit
markings such as the tactical markings used by the U.S. 2nd Division in WWI.
In addition, ingisnia and specialty markings such as USN beach battalion,
Army engineers, medics, MP and airborne division tactical markings are
examined. For those interested in American armored forces, a complete chapter
is devoted to the history of tre U.S. tank and combat vehicle crewman's
helmets and accessories. With over 1,000 photos and images, many in color,
this book will be an essential reference book for any collector's library,
1053 photos,

384 pp.
$58.00

85. GALLANTRY MEDALS & DECORATIONS OF THE WORLD,
John Clarke, C,

devotoed exclusively to international gallantry awards. The Victoria Cross, Medal of
Honor and Croix de Guerre are among the 270 decorations from 43 countries
covered, illustrated in color, including a 10 page ribbon chart showing medal
ribbons,

256 pp.
$37.00

87. DRESSED FOR DUTY: AMERICA'S WOMEN IN UNIFORM, VOL. 1: 1898-1973,
Jill Halcomb, C,

This landmark reference presents an overall view of the role of
women in the service of our nation's defense plus an in-depth study of the
evolution of their uniforms and insignia. Smith's documentation of volunteer
organizations and their response to wartime mobilization will be of great
interest to all military historians. Fifty organizations are covered in this
volume, some of which are: Aerial Nurse Corps of America, American Red Cross,
American Women's Voluntary Services, Army Nurse Corps, Citizen's Defense
Corps, Marine Corps Women's Reserve, Motor Corps of America, Navy Nurse
Corps, 1089 photos, order early for signed & numbered first edition copies,
1/500,

450 pp.
$55.00

88. DRESSED FOR DUTY : VOLUME II
Jill Halcomb Smith, C,

The second volume continues the study of women in our nation¹s defense, plus their uniforms and insignia, all in magnificent color. Numerous organizations covered include: Office of Civilian Defense, Relief Wings, Inc., the Salvation Army, United Service Organizations (USO), the ³Hello Girls,² United States Coast Guard Women¹s Reserve (SPARS), United States Food Administration, United States Public Heath Service Reserve Corps, United War Work Campaign, Volunteer Army Canteen Service, Women Veteran¹s Organizations, Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES), or US Navy Women¹s Reserve, Women¹s Auxiliary Ferrying Service (WAFS) and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) (73 pages), WAF, WOWs, Women War Correspondents, Women War Workers, Women¹s Ambulance and Defense Corps, WAAC/WAC (108 pages), Women¹s Land Army, Yeomen (F): United States Naval Reserve (F), YMCA, YWCA, etc. over 1,300 photos/illustrations (most in color) / deluxe binding. Order now to get 1/500 numbered and signed copies.

544 pp.
$60.00

89. THE INTERNATIONAL MILITARIA COLLECTOR'S GUIDE,
Irene Moore, S,O,

informative full-color guide outlines and identifies what is collected, shows
what is available and gives accurate prices and valuations for each object.
Intended as a practical guide to the full range of military antiques and
historical objects - from highly sought after rarities to more easily
obtainable collectables - this colorful book is an up-to-date, illustrated
resource on the passionate pastime of thousands, 250 color illustrations,

128 pp.
$25.00

90. UNITED STATES ARMY SHOULDER PATCHES AND RELATED INSIGNIA FROM WWI TO KOREA: VOL. 1 - 1ST DIVISION TO 40TH DIVISION,
William Keller, C,O,

This book, the first of a multi-volume set, with a gallery of more than 800 color
and sepia toned illustrations of original insignia and period photographs,
documents the evolution of these special insignia. 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 of a former foe. With special
emphasis on theater made patches, this volume and the ones that will follow
are sure to be a collector's paradise, large oversize book with over 800
color photos,

240 pp.
$50.00

91. UNITED STATES ARMY SHOULDER PATCHES AND RELATED INSIGNIA FROM WWI TO KOREA: VOL. 2 41ST DIVISION TO 106TH DIVISION
William Keller, C,O,

this book features a gallery of more than 780 color and sepia toned illustrations of original insignia and period photographs, and documents the evolution of these special insignia. For the period from WWI to the Korean War ere, you won't find a more indispensable guide for the study and collecting of U.S. Army shoulder patches. A handy reference section helps collectors determine whether a patch was made by an ally or a former foe.

224 pp.
$50.00

92. UNITED STATES ARMY SHOULDER PATCHES AND RELATED INSIGNIA FROM WWI TO KOREA: VOL. 3 - ARMY GROUPS, ARMIES AND CORPS,
William Keller, C,O,

This is the third volume is in fantasic set. this book features a gallery of more than 600 color and sepia toned illustrations of original insignia and period photographs, and documents the evolution of these special insignia. For the period from WWI to the Korean War ere, you won't find a more indispensable guide for the study and collecting of U.S. Army shoulder patches. A handy reference section helps collectors determine whether a patch was made by an ally or a former foe.

200 pp.
$50.00

93. HEAD DRESS OF THE BRITISH LANCERS: 1816 TO THE PRESENT DAY
David Rowe, C,O,

This book is profusely illustrated with both color and b/w photographs of lance caps - the majority of which have never been published - together contemporary b/w photos of officers and other ranks in full dress uniform, and reproductions of original color artwork. Each pattern of lance cap is fully described, including the materials used, with each component of the head dress specified for the officers, and other ranks, together with the method of assembly. Brief histories of the regiments that wore these lance caps through history which is often accompanied by an account of the full dress uniform worn by the officers of these regiments.
272 pp.
$75.00

94. A-2 AND G-1 FLIGHT JACKETS: HELL BENT FOR LEATHER
Derek Nelson and Dave Parsons, S,O,

Nostalgic black and white and period color photos depict the legendary Army Air Corps and Air Force jacket as worn by airmen in WWI and Korean War. Anecdotes and a history of the jacket's service are accompanied by marvelous images of the hand-painted art that often adorned the backs of these garments.

176 pp.
$25.00

95. FRENCH AIRBORNE TROOPS WINGS AND INSIGNIA: FROM THE ORIGINS TO THE PRESENT DAY
Jacques Baltzer, C,O, English/French text

Not only does each parent organization in the French airborne forces have its own enamelled badge, but the French generally produce a special badge for each major operation or exercise. The text accompanies 300 full color photographs of badges and insignia, each with an English caption covering units as well as operations.

160 pp.
$40.00

96. U.S. SILENT SERVICE: DOLPHINS & COMBAT INSIGNIA 1924-1945
David, Jones, C,

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 photographed (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, battleflags, launch memorabilia and related submarine collectibles (postal covers, match book covers, jewelry, posters, advertising art, postcards, etc. 532 photos, most in color.

224 pp.
$40.00

98. U.S. ARMY RANGERS & SPECIAL FORCES OF WWII: THEIR WAR IN PHOTOGRAPHS
Robert Todd Ross, C,O,

This book, by the author of the Supercommandos,tells the story of the U.S. Army's elite Rangers and Special Forces largely through pictures. Never before has such an expansive view of WWII elite forces been offered in one volume. An extensive search of public and private archives unearthed an astonishing number of rare and never before seen images, including color. Most notable are the nearly twenty exemplary photographs of Lieutenant Colonel William O. Darby's Ranger force in Italy, taken by Robert Capa, considered by many to be the greatest combat photographer of all time. Complementing the period photographs are numerous color plates detailing the rare and often unique items of insignia, weapons, and equipment that marked the soldiers whose heavy task it was to "Lead the Way". Over 250 b/w and color photographs,

240 pp.
$60.00

99. THE CANADIAN SOLDIER IN WWII
Jean Bouchery, C,O,

This book, in the same format as the enormously successful British Soldier in WWII, has an unprecedented amount of color artwork depicting uniforms, variants, insignia, badges and equipment used by Canada's soldier in WWII. Illustrated throughout in full color and b/w maps,

160 pp.
$45.00

102. VISOR HATS OF THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES, 1930-1950, ARMY, NAVY, MARINE CORPS, OTHER SERVICES
Joe Tonelli, C,O,

(please note, this was originally announced as two volumes, but has now been published in one large volume with the result your saving a bundle of money!) This book is the first to explore U.S. Visor hats of the 1930s - 1950s in detail. Fully illustrated in superb full-color photographs, the variety of service arms, manufacturers, and details are shown for the beginning and advanced U.S. military hat collector alike. includes: dress blue, band, officers service, Army Air Force "crusher" caps, officers' white and pink visor hats, military police, non-commissioned officers' and enlisted men's visor hats, overseas hats, female visor hats, hat Insignia, air cadet, R.O.T.C. and academy, misc. U.S. Army organizations including Transport Service, Convoy Board, Transportation Corps/Water Division, Military Sea Transport Service, and Military Sealift Command, officers' visor hats, technical advisors, warrant, steward, and chief petty officers, female dress hats, academy and cadets, visor hat insignia, maritime service visor hats and insignia, Coast Guard visor hats and insignia, as well as other areas including Public Health Service, Red Cross, Civil Air Patrol and more, 850 color and b/w photos,

288 pp.
$80.00

103. RANDALL FIGHTING KNIVES: WWII, KOREA, AND VIETNAM
Robert Hunt, C,O,

A beautiful book, it offers the reader a colorful and interesting guide to Randall knives, which involved American soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines. Contains many never before published full color photos of rare Randall made knives. Many of these knives are valued into the thousands of dollars. Pictured alongside the knives is a range of distinctive militaria, separating this book from other publications. A descriptive narrative and specific "technical data" accompanies each photo, linking the Randall knives throughout each war in the book. A collector's value guide rounds out this book, giving the reader an at-a-glance comparison of the value of each knife. Deluxe oversize book.

192 pp.
$45.00

104. U.S. MILITARY PATCHES OF WWII
Christopher Brown, C,O,

This is a superlative and magnificently researched effort. In color plates, the author depicts hundres of SSIs (patches), tabs and scrolls, as well as chevrons, including SSI reproductions for comparative purposes. Additionaly, there are photos and types and countries of manufacture and explanations of definitions, abbreviations, and terms used by toth collectors and dealers, and tips on negotiating on-line auctions. Learning how to defeat the reprodcutions cheats alone is well worth reading. The author's sterling effort to research and document his book is more than equal to teh color photographs. Novice and experienced collectors alike will appreciate the skill with which the author weaves together his decades of interviews with veterans, discussions with experienced collectors, previously published materials, and his own person experiences of collecting. The book is in full color almost every page has multiple color plates of patches, a beautiful book printed on deluxe glossy paper.

170 pp.
$30.00

105. AMERICAN AIRBORNE PATHFINDERS IN WWII
Jeff Moran, C,O,

The story of the airborne pathfinders and the vital part they played in airborne operations during WWII has rarely been told. In this book, Jeff Moran tells the story of the operations they led, the equipment used, much of it unique to the pathfinders, and has memorialized them by noting, in many cases, the individual teams of pathfinders. This book is a very nice combination of both a complete operational history as well as uniform, insignia, equipment, etc. guide. The last third of the book is in full color showing all the various patches, insignia, and uniforms used. The rest of the best is sprinkled with color photographs of their very unique weapons and types of equipment and accessories, also includes many b/w period photos. Great study.

130 pp.
$50.00

105. WORLD WAR II TROOP TYPE PARACHUTES ALLIES: U.S., BRITAIN, RUSSIA, AN ILLUSTRATED STUDY
Guy Richards, S,O,

this book is profusely illustrated with unpublished period and contemporary photographs. Collectors, modelers and researchers will be able to identify all of the troop parachutes used by the Allied power in WWII. Additionally, technical data, drawings and packing instructions are included for those who own or find a vintage parachute. The narrative describes the developmental history of the equipment and employment technique. Incidentals such as aircraft, tactical use, uniforms and even insignia are discussed if they alter or refute what has previously been accepted as fact. 220 color and b/w photos.

144 pp.
$30.00

106. GRUNT GEAR: USMC COMBAT INFANTRY EQUIPMENT OF WWII
Alec Tulkoff, C,O

The most definitive resource on WWII Marine Corps combat uniforms and equipment has arrived, compiled through years of exhaustive research at the National Archives, Marine Corps Museum and through private collections. This 336 page oversize book provides historical documentation of the development and manufacture of Marine Corps specific equipments. Everything from helmets to boondockers is covered, including contractual information that provides quantities ordered as well as the rarity of various items. The USMC camouflage uniform is thoroughly detailed with information on the camouflage pattern creator, manufacturer of the uniforms and variants, and never before seen photographs of the camouflage parachutist jump smock. The chapter on knives provides the latest information on Marine Corps knives including the rare first Raider knife and updated production numbers on Marine Corps K-bars and M4 bayonets. You will find over 560 color photographs, 120 b/w photographs, 90+ drawings/schematics/blueprints and over 2,000 USMC specific rifle and submachine gun serial numbers.

336 pp.
$80.00

107. PARAMARINE: UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT OF MARINE CORPS PARACHUTE UNITS IN WWII
Chris Mason, C,O,

This book is devoted to the Marines and Sailors of the Marine Corps parachute units of WWII. It explores in fascinating detail their unique, specially-designed uniforms, equipment, weapons and insignia. For the first time, over 500 photographs and images from WWII and modern collections have been assembled in one volume and combined with a wealth of facts and information about all aspects of Paramarine gear and training. Very large oversize book.

234 pp.
$70.00

106. THEATER MADE MILITARY KNIVES OF WORLD WAR II,
Bill Wright, C,O,

These knives are very historical. They were individually handmade by people who
wanted to contribute to the war effort, as well as the service men who used
them. Most of these knives differ in style and have very colorful handles.
This is the only book available that donates its entire contents to the
collecting of theater made knives and their values, 420 color photos,

256 pp.
$60.00

107. U.S. MARINE CORPS UNIT INSIGNIA IN VIETNAM 1961-1975: AN PHOTOGRAPHIC REFERENCE
E. Richard Wilson, S,O,

This book is a detailed study of the US. Marine Corps unit insignia in Vietnam from the Marine Advisors in the early 1960's to the Marine Security Forces evacuation of the Embassy in 1975. Includes 350 full color individual unit insignia down to at least battalion and squadron levels. Includes a comprehensive description, price guide and order of battle.

176 pp.
$30.00

108. 266. DOWN TO EARTH: THE 507TH PARACHUTE INFANTRY REGIMENT IN NORMANDY: JUNE 6 - JULY 11. 1944
Martin Morgan, C,O,

This book is the story of the 35 days of combat that out of the 2,004 men that jumped on June 6yh, only 700 returned to England 35 days later. Drawing on extensive oral history interviews with veterans of the regiment, this book focuses on the experiences of those who fought for the 507th during its baptism of fire. Complimenting the text, it also features over 400 WWII era b/w images, as well as over 100 color photographs of U.S. airborne uniforms, insignia and equipment. Over 530 color and b/w photos, maps. Large oversize book. March release

272 pp.
$70.00

110. D-DAY PARATROOPERS VOLUME 2: BRITISH, CANADIAN AND FRENCH
C,O,

The very first ground actions linked to the D-Day in France were fought by the ‘Red Berets’, the famous British and Canadian paratroopers of the 6th Airborne Division dropped over the Caen region, and also by the lesser-known French SAS who jumped over Brittany the same day to fight a guerilla war. This book offers every detail of these elite soldiers, uniforms, equipment, badges and emblems - all illustrated in full color.

128 pp.
$38.00

111. G.I. COLLECTOR'S GUIDE: ARMY SERVICE FORCES CATALOG: US ARMY EUROPEAN THEATER OF OPERATIONS
by Henry-Paul Enjames, C,O,

This spectacular new book from Europe's leading uniform and equipment publisher, will follow in the footsteps as such calassics from the past as From Doughboy to GI Histoire and Collections has earned a reputation for producing the finest, incredibly detailed, and sumptuously illustrated books. Their technique reaches a new level with this latest book. 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 mustfor any collector in the field. NOW OUT OF PRINT! This book sold out in record time.

144 pp.
$49.00*

114. THE CALL OF DUTY: MILITARY AWARDS AND DECORATIONS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (NEW EXPANDED EDITION)
Ltc. John Strandberg, C, order early to get signed/numbered copies

This monumental work, which has long been 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 then the previous edition. The author has 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 no the subject! Although there are an additional 176 pages of color, the price of the new edition is the same as the first edition! 1293 photos, most in color.

560 pp.
$70.00

115. ARMING & EQUIPPING THE UNITED STATES CAVALRY 1865-1902
Dusan P. Farrington, C, O,

Your Ultimate Reference for U.S. Cavalry Weapons! From the Little Big Horn to San Juan Hill...and Everything In Between. From the end of the Civil War through the Indian Wars and the Spanish American Conflict. if They Carried It, It's In Here! Comprehensive Beyond Belief, illustrated throughout, this book is packed with serial numbers, issue information, reports from the field and more! Meticulously researched and absolutely up-to-date. A complete reference to all the arms and accoutrements. 775 photos, but much more than a photo book as there is considerable detailed text, in fact I hesitate to even call this a photo book.

600 pp.
$69.00

116. EMBLEMS OF HONOR PATCHES AND INSIGNIA OF THE US ARMY FROM THE GREAT WAR TO THE EARLY COLD WAR: ARMOR, CAVALRY, TANK DESTROYER, CONSTABULARY
Kurt Keller, C,O,

The first book in a series of books that documents the development of U.S. shoulder patches from WWI to the early Cold War period. Covering a wide range of Armor, Cavalry, Tank Destroyer and Constabulary insignia, it includes many never before seen images gleaned from extensive research and hundreds of detailed photos of a wide variety of rare and unusual insignia from some of the best private collections in the US. The highlights of this book include many unique WWI Tank Corps insignia, the prototype 1st Cavalry Division Patch and rare images from the personal albums of many senior officers. With recently uncovered official drawings of the 1st Cavalry Division patch, this book finally sheds light on the confusing array of branch color variations approved for wear during the interwar periods. Topping it all off is a handy series of charts and orders of battle. Over 700 color images and period photographs.

232 pp.
$55.00*

117. INDIVIDUAL GEAR AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF THE GI IN EUROPE 1942-1945: FROM "PRO-KITS" TO "PIN-UPS"!
James Klokner, C,O,

Finally, a wonderfully detailed reference history of personal items issued to the soldiers in Europe. Individual gear, toiletries, tobacco and personal effects from North Africa to the Rhine are covered in intimate detail. Over 400 beautiful color images and numerous compelling period photographs, many never-before published, offer a thoughtful analysis of a soldier’s most valued possessions. This book illustrates from a unique perspective a sentimental side of the soldier in the foxhole as it documents and categorizes the many personal items he carried into battle. Historians, collectors, and veterans alike will undoubtedly relish the information meticulously researched and appreciate the nostalgic period advertisements and anecdotes included in this extraordinary compilation. This book is by far the best and most complete study available of personal items of the American soldier during World War II and truly an indispensable resource. Over 470 color and b/w photographs.

224 pp.
$60.00

118. BRITISH WEB EQUIPMENT OF THE TWO WORLD WARS
Martin Brayley, S,O,

The outbreak of WW1 in 1914 found the British Army unready in many respects for a new age of warfare. However, the British led the world in the personal equipment worn by the infantryman thanks to an American officer named Anson Mills and the skills of the company created to produce his design – the 1908 equipment set made in woven cotton web. By the outbreak of WW2, the British infantry had new 1937 pattern equipment, whose design reflected a new generation of weapons and tactics. This proved unequal to the special demands of jungle warfare in the Far East: so 1944 saw yet another set of kit. In this book the author offers collectors and students of militaria a detailed review of these infantry equipments which spanned the British soldier’s combat experience throughout most of the 20th century.

64 pp.
$20.00

119. UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS UNIFORMS, INSIGNIA AND PERSONAL ITEMS OF WORLD WAR II
Harlan Glenn, C,O,

Covering in detail the combat and dress uniforms of the United States Marine in World War II, this new volume is destined to become the World War II Marine Corps collector’s reference! Shown in detail are the herringbone utilities that Marines wore from Guadalcanal to Okinawa, as well as Summer Service, Winter Service and Dress (Blues) uniforms. A special chapter is dedicated to Marine Corps shoulder sleeve insignia, and “Strikers” that Marines wore from 1943-1947. Other chapters discuss foul weather gear, footwear, headwear, personal items, souvenirs and loot, and a special tribute to the Navy Chaplains who faithfully served Marines in combat. Also covered are the evolution and many patterns of Marine Corps camouflage (1942-1945). There are also dedicated chapters on the Marine Raiders and Marine Paratroop Battalions – known as “Paramarines”. This book is filled with an endless array of unpublished and seldom seen wartime photographs, as well as beautifully shot full-color clothing and equipment layouts. over 650 color and b/w photographs

402 pp.
$80.00

120. ONE MAN PNEUMATIC LIFE RAFT SURVIVAL KITS OF WORLD WAR II
Robert S. McCarter, S,O

The One-Man Pneumatic Life Raft – was the unheralded and almost unknown savior of uncounted downed airmen of World War II and the early Korean War. This is the story of its history, development, and usage as little raft survival kits. Coverage includes issued raft kits of U.S. Army Air Forces, U.S. Navy, British RAF and Commonwealth, German Luftwaffe, and Imperial Japan. Details include many original issue specifications and accessories along with over 320 photographs. This is the most complete work on the subject ever published. over 320 color and b/w photographs,

144 pp.
$30.00

121. THE HISTORY OF THE STEEL HELMET IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR
Michael J. Haselgrove & Branislav Radovic, C,O,

Vol.1: Austro-Hungary, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, France, Germany

Vol.2: Great Britain, Greece, Holland, Italy, Japan, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States

This new illustrated two-volume set is a further detailed look at the helmets of all nations using an identifiable helmet during the First World War. Following the authors’ first book on World War I helmets, this set contains over 1,000 full colour, detailed photographs and over 200 period black and white photographs. 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. The countries featured are: Vol.1: Austro-Hungary, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, France, Germany; Vol.2: Great Britain, Greece, Holland, Italy, Japan, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Turkey, United States. The helmets illustrated come from rarely-seen private collections, as well as national museums, including items not currently on public display. This set is a superb reference for all helmet collectors and historians of the First World War. 1100 illustrations total,

272 pages per volume.
$80.00 per volume

122. UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND WEAPONS OF THE AMERICAN EXPEDITIONARY FORCES IN WORLD WAR I
Brett Werner, C,O,

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, modeler, and enthusiast. over 800 color and b/w photographs.

288 pp.
$80.00

123. AMERICAN WEB EQUIPMENT 191--1967
Martin Brayley, S,O

In this book, a follow-up to the same author's well-received study of British web equipment, Martin Brayley gives a detailed illustrated overview of the webbing straps, holsters, carriers and haversacks used by American combat troops from before World War One to the Vietnam War. Hundreds of different items are photographed, and the often small differences between suppliers and periods are pointed in the learned and informative text. This book will be required reading for all students of Amercian uniform and equipment, modellers, re-enactors and collectors

64 pp.
$20.00

124. U.S. NAVY UNIFORMS IN WORLD WAR II, VOLUME 1: SAILORS IN FOREST GREEEN: USN PERSONNEL ATTACHED TO THE USMC
Jeff Warner, C,O,

Sailors in Forest Green is a detailed examination of the uniforms and equipment used by Navy personnel attached to the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Navy hospital corpsmen, Seabees, combat photographers, demolitions experts, and many other Navy specialists served with USMC units from 1941-1945. This subject is often overlooked today. Sailors in Forest Green is the first book of its kind to address this previously unexplored and fascinating topic. It is lavishly illustrated with over 800 previously unpublished archival and contemporary photographs, documents, and dramatic reconstructions. Both U.S. Navy and Marine Corps uniforms are highlighted, including officer and enlisted dress uniforms and insignia, combat and fatigue uniforms, camouflage, field gear and experimental equipment. Additionally, gas masks, medical supplies, and explosives are featured as well. Anyone with an interest in World War II militaria will marvel at this new and exciting breakthrough! Over 800 color and b/w photographs.

336 pp.
$80.00

125. U.S. NAVY UNIFORMS IN WORLD WAR II, VOLUME 2: U.S. NAVY AVIATION FLYING CLOTHING AND GEAR
Jeff Warner, C,O,

Volume Two in the series, this book is all-inclusive, covering every aspect of aviation related uniforms and equipment used by the American Navy during World War II. Chapters in this volume include; pre-war naval aviation and training, survival equipment and aircraft carrier based aviation as well as parachute riggers, photographers, air gunners, fighter and bomber crews, USMC and more. Flying jackets, helmets and parachute systems are highlighted in addition to class-A dress uniforms and insignia. Informative wartime documents and catalog excerpts are reproduced here for the first time and hundreds of original unpublished archive photographs chronicle U.S. Navy aviation from 1941-1945. Original uniform ensembles are showcased in full-color contemporary recreations, many of them in and around authentic World War II aircraft. over 900 color and b/w photos

320pp
$90.00

126.U.S. NAVY UNIFORMS IN WORLD WAR II, VOLUME 3: U.S. NAVAL AMPHIBIOUS FORCES
Jeff Warner, C,O,

Volume Three in the series, this book is a detailed examination of the uniforms and equipment used by elite and specialty units of the American Navy during World War II. Collectors and history scholars will marvel at the array of previously unpublished text and imagery covering such elusive subjects as pre-war landing parties, the Seabees, Naval Beach Battalions, Naval Combat Demolition Units and Underwater Demolition Teams. Obscure and little known specialties are also highlighted including Scouts and Raiders, Beach Jumpers, Shore Fire Control Parties, Hard-Hat Salvage Divers and more. Hundreds of rare and exceptional artifacts are showcased in addition to complete original uniforms modeled in realistic settings with accurate descriptions of their wartime use. Condensed unit histories of the Seabee battalions, beach battalions, UDT teams and NCDU teams are also cataloged for the first time in one volume. over 500 color and b/w photos

256 pp.
$70.00

127. D-DAY NORMANDY: WEAPONS, UNIFORMS, MILITARY EQUIPMENT
F Bertin, S,O,

A complete panorama of the weapons, uniforms and military equipment of all the soldiers that fought at D-Day, both Allied and Axis, illustrated with more than 300 specially commissioned full color photographs. Everything from weapons, helmets, uniforms, vehicles, canteens, personal equipment and much more are shown here in precise detail. The photographs are accompanied by detailed captions explaining what is shown. Francois Bertin is a leading D Day historian and collector. His insightful narrative and captions will be of great interest to all collectors of World War II uniforms and equipment and the detailed photographs will be of interest to military modelers.

128 pp.
$25.00

128.MARINE CORPS UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT 1941-45
Bruno Alberti, C,O,

Bruno Alberti and Laurent Pradier have been collecting and writing about U S Marine Corps gear for more than a decade and, in that time, have contributed complete series of articles on the topic in the French Militaria Magazine. That sequence of articles is complete and the time has now come for a revised and expanded version of the results of their work as a single bound volume. The US Marine Corps has always enjoyed a special status among the American Armed Forces, as well as boasting distinctive uniforms and emblems. This new book presents the large variety of dress uniforms for both officers and enlisted men, as well as combat uniforms and specialty camouflage garments. Hundreds of items of clothing, equipment and insignia are illustrated by reenactment photos of the famous 'leathernecks' in the form of large format color plates. Many period photos found in official American archives are also reproduced and help place the reenactment shots in the correct historical context. This new volume maintains the usual exceptional quality standards of Histoire & Collections: carefully-researched historical background, hundreds of concisely captioned color photographs of authentic artifacts and reenactment photographs taken in studio conditions to allow the reader to see the uniforms and equipment in the greatest clarity. Full color throughout.

144 pp.
$53.00

129 THE HOME FRONT BRITISH WARTIME MEMORABILIA, 1939-1945
Doyle , Evans , C,O,

For those living in Britain between 1939 and 1945, the war was an ever-present reality; reminders were to be found everywhere. Huge numbers of objects relating to the war effort at home - some functional, like gas masks, ARP uniforms and ration books, and others less so, like Hitler chamber pots and toys and games - were manufactured and became commonplace in homes up and down the land. Today many of these items have become highly collectable. Peter Doyle and Paul Evans have put together a huge selection of objects, each one superbly illustrated and described in detail.
500 colour photographs,

208 pp.
$45.00

130. HELMETS OF ETO: A HISTORICAL AND TECHNICAL GUIDE
Regis Giard and Frederic Blais, C,O,

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 the western Europe.

216 pp.
$65.00

131. THE FRENCH ARMY IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR - TO BATTLE 1914
Laurent Mirouze, Stéphane Dekerle, C,O,

With more than 500 original artefacts this illustrated book shows for the first time the appearance of the French army at the outbreak of the First World War, i.e. at the time of mobilization in August 1914. Approx. 1,000 photographs on 528 pages give the reader a vivid picture of the different headgear, uniforms and items of clothing and equipment including cavalry equipment (saddlery). The originals illustrated in the book derive from the Musée de l'Armée in Paris and Salon-de-Provence (L'Empérie) and are supplemented by major public and private collections. The majority of the artefacts are shown to the public for the first time. All of this presents a well structured and authentic picture of the French army at the beginning of the war and during the initial fighting in the Battle of the Marne. With more than 300 carefully selected black and white and ten contemporary, original colour photographs ('autochromes') the reader is given a realistic impression of the appearance of the French army in the 'Belle Epoque'. The book shows the reader the colourfulness of the French army at the beginning of the war in Europe, supplemented by the traditions of African and Arab units and influences on uniforms. The orientally inspired clothing of 'L'Armée d'Afrique', the uniforms of the Foreign Legion and colonial troops and elegant officers' clothing mirror both the fashions of the time and the prestige of wearing uniform. The complete equipment of a colonial soldier before 1914 - from his képi to his knife - in almost mint quality, each individual item stamped with the personal registration number of the soldier, gives these objects a human and emotional dimension. The large number of artefacts available makes it possible to produce a second volume covering the period from the end of 1914 until 1918. It will present the extraordinary development of uniforms during the war and especially the introduction of the horizon-blue dress which was so typical of the French soldier during the Battle of Verdun. This volume will also contain the personal uniforms and items of equipment of famous personalities and officers up to the rank of field marshal. 1000 photographs and illustrations

528 pp.
$129.99*

131B. FRENCH ARMY IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR VOLUME 2: FROM 1914 TO 1918
Laurent Mirouze, Stéphane Dekerle, C,O

This work of 640 pages presents the incredible development of uniforms, armament and equipment of the French army from mobilization in August 1914 until the armistice in 1918. It thus completes the work published in 2007 on the French army at the outbreak of the war. Several hundred uniforms, artefacts and weapons belonging to the Musée d l’Armée in Paris, other prestigious museums and rich private collections have been photographed in this magnificent book typical of publications by Verlag Militaria. Access to these exceptional collections and the exploitation of archives has enabled new fields to be explored. With astonishment the reader will discover original items never before published from such varied fields as aviation, body armours or gas masks. The uniforms of the most senior French military commanders, including the marshal’s batons of Foch, Joffre and Petain are equally presented to the public for the first time under optimal photographic conditions. Finally, an incredible iconography of the time, consisting of nearly 400 unpublished black-and-white and 10 contemporary coloured photographs from WW1 (“autochromes”) drawn from the depths of private and public photograph archives make this work into an indisputable reference book on the uniforms of the French army in the First World War. 1700 photographs and illustrations, fully coloured.

640 pp.
$129.99

132. JERRYCAN 70 YEARS OLD STILL IN USE
Philippe Leger, C,O, Complete English text.

Surprisingly, given it’s ubiquity, very little has been written on the subject of the jerrycan over the years—only a small number of articles published in magazines about history or vehicles refer to it in any detail. This book relates the story of this ingenious container, bringing together in one collection, documents, many colour photographs (particularly valuable to collectors), as well as different points of view on this topic from a wide variety of sources. Industrial production of the “Kanister” started in 1937 in Germany, then in 1941 the USA created its own gas can, inspired by the German model. British production started only in 1942. Italy also manufactured the “taniche” for its army, but due to the absence of dates for the Italian version, it is hard to say exactly when production was launched. Finally, towards the end of the conflict, in 1944, France started to manufacture different models, with varying degrees of success. Seventy years after it was first used by the German army, the original design of the jerrycan remains in production today for civilian use, and is still employed by a few armies around the world. Lighter models in PVC have now replaced the original steel model in the US army. But that is another story.Philippe Leger was born in 1955. A hospital nurse, he is a World War II fanatic and avid collector. 300 color photos

160 pp
$40.00

133.FIGHTING MEN OF WWII: ALLIED FORCES UNIFORMS, EQUIPMENT AND WEAPONS
David Miller, C,O

Designed to be the standard reference on Allied soldiers in World War II
Covers troops from the United States, Great Britain, Russia, and more
Original photos from museums and private collections as well as specially taken color photos of uniforms and equipment

This companion volume to Fighting Men of World War II: Axis Forces offers a comprehensive, full-color look at the clothing (such as boots, pants, helmet, tunic, greatcoat, camouflage, and badges), equipment, weapons, and rations of Allied soldiers in World War II. Also included are popular items, such as lighters, that were carried by many troops but were not standard issue. The accompanying text describes the items and compares them to those of other armies. The result is a complete picture of the daily life and conditions of the fighting men of all Allied countries. It is an essential reference work for all military historians, collectors, and general readers. 600 color illustrations,

384 pp
$50.00

134. SILVER WINGS & LEATHER JACKETS: RARE, UNIQUE AND UNUSUAL ARTIFACTS OF FIRST AND SECOND WORLD WAR ALLIED FLYERS
Jon Maguire, C,O,

“Silver Wings & Leather Jackets” is the sixth book in Jon Maguire’s definitive series on the uniforms and insignia of U.S. Army aviation from World War I through World War II. This volume focuses on rare and unusual items not covered in the author’s previous books. For this book, aviation museums and private collectors throughout the U.S. have generously opened their collections of extremely rare: AVG, Eagle Squadron, Aces, A-2 jackets, attributed general’s items, OSS material, First Air Commandos, World War I wing badges, CNAC, paper items, and many other interesting and unique artifacts. over 800 color/bw images,

272 pp.
$90.00

135. RIVER PATROL INSIGNIA OF THE UNITED STATES NAVY (VIETNAM) 1966/1972
Scott Kraska & Stephen Kirby, C,O. This is one of 250 copies that are numbered and signed by both authors, the true first edition.

Over three million personnel served in Vietnam, but only those of the U.S. Navy Task Force 116 wore the distinctive black beret while serving and fighting as the River Patrol Forces in the murky, brown waters of the Mekong Delta. Those who served in Task Force 116 are among the most elite teams deployed by the U.S. Navy in Vietnam: PBRs, SEALs, Seawolves, and Black Ponies. Their mission was to route the enemy deep within the secluded waterways of the Delta. Sharks, dragons, Seawolves....this book illustrates the colorful insignia, emblems and artifacts used by these units in great detail. Many of these patches, jungle fatigues, and tigerstripes didn't survive because of the environments of war in South East Asia and the restrictions placed upon U.S. sailors. The unit patches produced by the River Patrol Forces used symbols of heraldry, strength, defiance, and sometimes humor which represents the best of men fighting to protect their "brothers in arms." The black berets and the distinctive unit patches emblazoned on their jungle jackets and worn into battle brought these men together as a team. -375 Color Photos,

168 pp.
$60.00

136. MILITARY SUN HELMETS OF THE WORLD
Peter Suciu with Stuart Bates, C,O

This book, of over 100 pages, examines the history of these helmets, from the Indian Mutiny through the modern day. With nearly 200 color photographs and illustrations, as well as dozens of period photographs, this book is an essential guide to anyone interested in learning more about this form of military headgear that has been used around the world since the middle of the 19th century. Over 200 color and black & white photos and illustrations,

103 pp.
$40.00

137. 782 GEAR: UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS FIELD GEAR & EQUIPMENT OF WWII
Harlen Glenn, C,O,

This book is the companion volume to Glenn's 2006 "United States Marine Corps Uniforms, Insignia, and Personal Items of World War II" (see page 57 of this catalog). With numerous rare and never before published war time photographs, "782 Gear" is the most in-depth pictorial study of the many patterns, and variations of Marine Corps field gear - known then as "782 Gear" - that U.S. Marines carried in the Pacific War. The author also visited the island battlefields he's written about and conducted field endurance tests with original Marine Corps gear to give the reader a more complete understanding of how each piece of equipment endured the rigors of combat. With this unprecedented level of research, "782 Gear" is, along with its companion volume, the World War II Marine Corps collector's guide book and bible. over 800 color/bw images,

336 pp.
$90.00

138. BRITISH SOLDIER IN EUROPE 1939 - 1945
Peter Doyle, C,O,

World War II was one of the defining periods of British history, a six-year period that saw Britain and its Commonwealth stand united against the tyranny of the Axis powers. With the nation initially ill-prepared to engage in war, the British Soldier suffered many trials and reverses of fortune before his central role in the Allied victory in Europe. After early defeats, some British soldiers endured long years of captivity in German POW camps, while others performed the vital duty of home defence and training for the inevitable return to the continent. Accompanying each of these aspects of the war, there were various items that give insight into the soldier's experience. In many cases, these items - uniforms, insignia, weapons or ephemera - have become highly collectable. Peter Doyle and Paul Evans have put together a huge selection of objects relating to the British soldier's experience from 1939-1945. 500 colour photographs

192 pp.
$45.00

139. AMERICAN PARATROOPER HELMETS
Michel de Trez, C,O,

Michel De Trez has agreed to open up the showcases and the reserves of the Centre Historique des Parachutistes du Jour-J to present us with this compendium of American paratrooper helmets. This study, the first made of the various helmet markings, stands out from other books of its kind by the quality of the collection presented and by the unpublished photos unearthed from among the veterans’ possessions, providing the author with the pictorial testimony needed to illustrate the book. Even for the most initiated readers, he will no doubt have kept a few surprises up his sleeve and will delight all amateurs wanting to improve their knowledge. 300+ color photos

224 pp.
$70.00

UNIFORMS, INSIGNIA AND MEDALS OF THE SOVIET UNION

2. ORDERS AND MEDALS OF THE USSR,
S,

a rather compact but still informative
version of the above title. Full color throughout, this book published in
Russia (but in English) gives a very intersting history of each medal and
what qualifications are needed to received the medal, a very useful book to
get started in this area of study,

44pp.
$15.00

3. RUSSIAN AND SOVIET MILITARY AWARDS,
V.A. Durov,S,

another full color study
out of Russia that covers the full spectrum of Russian history covering the
many diverse awards, clothing, weapons that are displayed in the Order of
Lenin State History Museum. If you have interest in Russia during other time
periods besides WWII, this book is a must, the photos are stunning, the
craftnenship remarkable,

108 pp.
$19.00

4. RED ARMY UNIFORMS OF WWII IN COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS,
Mollo & Shalito, S, O,

Mollo has discovered astonishing private collections of original uniforms,
insignia, equipment, and weapons in Russia and has captured many of the best
and rarest in full-length, full color photographs,

64 pp.
$20.00

5. CAMOUFLAGE UNIFORMS OF THE SOVIET UNION AND RUSSIA, 1937 TO THE PRESENT,
Dennis Desmond, C,O,

a comprehensive guide to the history, design and use of
camouflagefield uniforms of the Soviet Union containing detailed color
photos. First serious study of this subject, over 200 color photos,

160 pp.
$45.00

7. MIG PILOT SURVIVAL: RUSSIAN AIRCREW SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUCTION,
Alan Wise, S, O,

Explores the components and details of Russian survival
science with color photos, in depth descriptions, and a full translation of
the exact manual used by Russian aircrews in time of crisis,

96 pp.
$20.00

8. UNIFORMS OF THE SOVIET UNION 1918-1945,
David Webster, C,O,

For the first time an in-depth full color photographic study of the Soviet uniforms from
the Revolution, Civil War, Purges, and Great Patriotic War. Highly detailed
photos of actual uniforms are combined with period b/w photos, very
extensive,

288 pp.
$70.00

9. SOVIET UNIFORMS AND MILITARIA 1917-1991,
Bekeski, C,O,

full color photo reference that illustrates Soviet uniforms, personal equipment, and weaponry from the entire 74 year history of the USSR, depicting examples from Russian
archives as worn by live models, 300 color photos,

144pp.
$50.00

10. LENIN'S LEGACY: A CONCISE HISTORY AND GUIDE TO SOVIET COLLECTIBLES,
Martin Goodman, C,O,

comprehensive, illustrated reference combining a concise
history of the Soviet Union with a study of its symbolism. With over 900
superb color photographs, the book shows nearly 2000 items including pins and
badges, orders and medals, busts and statues, table medallions adn wall
plaques, banners and flags, paintings and coins and many others, with currnet
price guide. A really remarkable book and very definitive,

208pp.
$60.00

11. UNIFORMS OF IMPERIAL & SOVIET RUSSIA IN COLOR: AS ILLUSTRATED BY HERBERT
KNOTEL, 1907-1946,
Robert Kenny, C,O,

The first 100 images illustrate
uniforms of the Russian Army from 1907-1920. Knotel's Berlin grouping consist
of 45 images done on the post WWII scene, and includes those contracted by
the Military Intelligence Section, G-2, Berlin command in 1945. Officially
known as "Series A", they were used to educate US and Allied military
personnel on the various elements of the Soviet Army. The final 50 images
covers Russian/Soviet uniforms from 1921-1946 with emphasis on the post-war
era. All of the images in this book appear here for the first time, 190 color
images,

200 pp.
$50.00

12. KGB & SOVIET STATE SECURITY UNIFORMS AND MILITARIA 1917-1981 IN COLOR PHOTOS
Laszlo Bekesi, C,O

filled to the brim with 300 color photos this is the first study in English to cover the uniforms and insignia of this notorious organization.

144 pp.
$45.00

13. RUSSIAN HELMETS: FROM KASKA TO STALSHLYEM 1916-2001
Robert Clawson, C,

This is the first comprehensive study of the most ubiquitous helmets of the 20th century. This book provides the keys to accurate identification of the various models of Russian and Soviet helmets, from steel to exotic metals and composite fiber. It is a comprehensive history of each model issued in any significant numbers to the troops, in addition it notes numerous rare experimental models and evaluates their contribution to the evolution of subsequent production models. Included are never before published photos of the various models as well as cutaway drawing and diagrams. Includes 161 photos, most in color. Order early for signed numbered first editions.

128 pp.
$35.00

14. LA BATAILLE DE STALINGRAD 1942/43
S,O, French text.

though in French, has some of the best pictures you will ever see. The book has fantastic photos, b/w and mostly color of the battle of Stalingrad, including color uniforms of tankers, snipers, artillery and soldiers, from both sides. The book is crammed cover to cover with full color photos of these uniforms as well as the weapons, insignia, equipment, Stalingrad medals and awards and much more. There especially isn't much from the Soviet side uniform wise from Stalingrad, and this fills the void nicely. Also includes many crystal clear rare WWII photos of the battle and even a few color WWII photos of the battle.

78 pp.
$25.00

15. UKRAINIAN MILITARY AWARDS: ORDERS, CROSSES, MEDALS, BADGES AND EMBLEMS
Jaroslaw Semotiuk, S,

This full color reference covers the periods from WWI to present and aquaints the readers with the military decorations and other insignia of all Ukrainian fighting formations. Printed on excellent glossy paper, each medal is brilliantly displayed and the author provides detailed information on each medal, badge, emblem, etc. including dimensions, number issued, how it came to be, and other valuable information. A one of a kind study.

64 pp.
$15.00*

16. WOLRD WAR II PARADE UNIFORMS OF THE SOVIET UNION: MARSHALS, GENERALS AND ADMIRALS
James McComb Sinclair, C,O,

New for World War II Soviet collectors, this volume of Marshals?, Generals? and Admirals? parade uniforms is the first comprehensive book on the subject. With hundreds of beautiful, large format full-color photographs, detailed close-ups of uniforms, and an archive of vintage photographs, this book will take you on a visual journey through the development of the Soviet World War II flag rank parade uniform. Many extremely rare and never before seen examples of named Marshals, Generals and Admirals uniforms, including many different branch variants, are shown in their full glory. A must for the serious World War II collector and a welcomed addition to any library, this book offers a stunning visual glimpse of some of the most beautiful uniforms of the Great Patriotic War. Over 360 color and b/w photos.

272 pp.
$80.00

17. STALIN'S WAR: SOVIET UNIFORMS & MILITARIA 1941 - 45 IN COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHS
Laszlo Bekesi, C,O,

A wide range of uniforms, insignia, awards, weapons, equipment, documents and ephemera from the Soviet Union’s ‘Great Patriotic War’ are illustrated, in more than 230 close-up colour studies, supported by more than 60 fascinating monochrome photographs that have survived, unpublished, in private hands. This volume includes explanations of Soviet military symbolism from the early days of the Communist state, but concentrates on the period of key interest between 1943 and 1945, when Stalin consciously revived many of the visual traditions of the Tsarist years in order to harness Russian patriotism against the Nazi invaders. 230 color and b/w photos.

144 pp.
$45.00

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