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Cuirassiers and Heavy Cavalry - Dress Uniforms of the German Imperial Cavalry 1900-1914

D.S.V. Fosten First edition - published 1973 by Almark Publications Paperback - 136 pages (predominantly b/white with 16 pages in colour) ISBN 0-85524-131-4

A superbly illustrated guide to the dress uniforms of the heavy cavalry regiments of the Imperial German Army with 16 colour plates, over 90 pictures and scores of line drawings illustrating in detail the many and comples items of wear used by these troops. The full dress uniforms were worn, with very little change, on all occasions up to 1907 when, for the first time, an official grey-green field service uniform was introduced. The full dress uniform continued to be worn for parades, garrison guard mounting, church parades, walking out, social occasions, at court and at courts martial up to the outbreak of war.

Used condition. Small tear to front cover at bottom of spine, pages ends slightly dusty but otherwise no real issues.

H:21 x W:15 x D:1.2cm £7.00 + £2.70 P&P UK

German Weapons, Uniforms, Insignia 1841-1918

Major James E Hicks Fourth Impression published in 1963 by James E. Hicks & Son, La Canada, CA Cloth hardback - dustwrapper absent - 158 pages b/white photos and illustrations

A wealth of facts and information about the Imperial German Army, its weapons, uniforms, insignia and accoutrements. Commencing in 1841, the year that the Prussian King, Frederick William IV, adopted Nikolaus V. Dreyse's Zundnadelgehr (needle gun), this book follows all the various small arms used from that point until 1918. The artillery section includes varied types of field guns used throughout WWI, also inluding grenades and trench mortars, with detailed information regarding loads and ranges etc. The diverse uniforms worn by the various branches of the German armies from 1856 which were superceded by the new Field Uniform adopted for use by all troops in 1915 are all illustrated. Also included are insignia, helmets and shakos, body armour, swords and bayonets - altogether a wealth of little-known and hard to find facts, all gathered from a multitude of authentic sources. This book is a must for anyone interested in any phase of The Imperial German Army.

Used condition. Some rubbing to corners of cover, and thumb wear to top and bottom of spine. Page ends slightly grubby/dusty. Minor small areas of staining to first few pages, otherwise no real issues.

H:22.2 x W:14.5 x D:1.7cm £8.00 + £3.35 P&P UK

British Army Uniforms and Insignia of World War Two

Brian L. Davis First edition - published 1983 by Arms and Armour Press Hardback with dust wrapper - 276 pages (b/white throughout with 4-page colour section) ISBN 0-885368-609-2

Brian L. Davis is a renowned military researcher and an authority of considerable repute specialising in uniforms and ancillary equipment from WWII to the present day. He has acted as a military advisor and provided factual detail for a number of TV and film productions related to WWII.

This particular book is a complete reference guide covering every aspect of uniforms and insignia of the British Army during the WWII period, and has achieved critical aclaim from a wide variety of military enthusiasts, particularly from collectors and re-enactors who have found this to be an indispensable point of reference. A great many positive reviews and recommendations can be found online.

Some minor rubbing and tiny tear to top edge of dust wrapper, apart from which virtually as new condition. Dust wrapper not price clipped.

H:25.3 x W:19 x D:2.5cm £34.00 + £4.45 P&P UK

Tin Hats to Composite Helmets - A Collector's Guide

Martin J. Brayley First edition - published in 2008 by The Crowood Press Ltd. Hardback with dust wrapper 144 pages - full colour throughout (supported by b/white period photos) ISBN 978-1-84797-024-4

A collector's guide that brings together the primary protective helmets of the world's military forces from 1915 to modern times. It traces the development from the Great War French 'Adrian' through to the current American ACH composite helmet. Included in this work is a selection of the helmet types worn by the infantry, armoured vehicle crews, paratroopers and military motorcyclists as well as civil defence forces. Principal nations covered include France, Germany, Italy, Great Britain, Russia, United States and many other countries including Argentina, Czechoslovakia, Belgium, Holland, Hungary, Poland, Iraq, Japan, South Africa and Yugoslavia. An invaluable resource for collectors or anyone with a general interest in militaria.

Virtually as new condition. Dust wrapper not price clipped.

H:30.3 x W:21.5 x D:1.5cm £18.00 + £4.45 P&P UK

Steel Helmets of the Third Reich - Late War

First edition - Published through the Blurb creative publishing service in 2011 Paperback - 39 pages (colour throughout)

Interesting catalogue of late war helmets showing both combat and civic applications including no-decal Luftwaffe helmets and reissued helmets. This book also contains sections entitled 'Unusual' and 'The Stahlhelm Postwar', the latter showing examples of helmets refashioned and repurposed as kitchen utility items such as bowls and colanders. In subsequent editions, this section was removed and the book updated to include three late war Austrian helmets.

Good used condition. Pages are generally clean and unmarked, although 6 pages each have a small area of staining in the same position which is possibly adhesive. Minor / insignificant abrasion marks to covers

Signed dedication (believed to be from the author) in ink on page 1.

H:24.7 x W:19.8 x D:0.3cm £10.00 + £4.45 P&P UK

German Combat Helmets 1933-1945 M16T M18T M35 M40 M42 BII

Peter J. Nash First edition self-published 2018 Hardback - 360 pages (colour and b/white) Signed and numbered (035) by the Author - only a very limited edition published

A comprehensive catalogue of helmets, in the most part from the author's personal collection and those belonging to the author's son and with contributions from other sources. Helmets and manufacturing details are fully explored including differences in air vents, helmet covers, decals, liners and chin straps, plus 22 pages dedicated to 'fakes and forgeries'. There are also many interesting period photographs showing helmets in use etc. which have not previously been published.

Quoting from the introduction on page 4: "The author fully realises that some views expressed will be controversial but is of the opinion that these views need to be aired and further discussed".

Researching this book online will reveal both the extent of the controversy and the depth of views already shared.

Small crease to top right corner of page 1 otherwise in as new condition. H:21.8 x W:15.3 x D:3.2cm

£30.00 + £4.45 P&P UK

Jäger and Schützen: dress and distinctions 1910-1914

H. Kinna (Author), D. A. Moss (Illustrator) First edition - published in 1977 by Bellona Publications Paperback - 58 pages (b/white with 8 pages of colour) ISBN 0-85242-497-3

Representing only a small proportion of the Imperial German Army, the Jäger (hunters) and Schützen (sharpshooters) nevertheless carried a prestige far transcending their actual number. Basically of light infantry character and of an independent and largely volunteer nature, they presented an elite image such as the modern paratrooper bears in relation to the orthodox infantry. Specialising in difficult terrain and with a close affinity to the natural world, the Jäger excelled in skirmishing on an independant basis, often well in advance of the main body. The Schützen, on the other hand, originally formed the sharpshooter element of various infantry regiments combining excellent marksmanship and fieldcraft, but although being freqently utilised in a 'detached' manner remained under the wing of the 'parent' organisation.

Good used condition. H:21 x W:14.8 x D:0.5cm £8.00 + £3.55 P&P UK

US Marine Rifleman in Vietnam 1965–73

Charles D. Melson (Author), Ramiro Bujeiro (Illustrator) Warrier Series No.23 Published by Osprey Publishing Paperback - impression 2007 64 pages (colour and b/white) ISBN 978-1-85532-542-5

This volume provides an in-depth look at the experience of the ordinary US marine 'grunt' in Vietnam. Organisation of the corps, weaponry, equipment, uniforms, training and medical arrangements are all discussed. However, where this book differs from other similar works is not only in the detail that it goes into but also in the unifying theme of examining all these differing aspects of marine life from the point of view of a soldier serving in the conflict. The author, Charles Melson, actually served in Vietnam, and it is this personal experience that allows him to provide such a unique angle on the subject.

Nearly as new condition. H:24.8 x W:18.2 x D:0.7cm

£9.00 + £2.65 P&P UK

Waffen - SS Camouflage Uniforms & Post-War Derivatives

Daniel Peterson Europa Militaria Series No.18 Published by The Crowood Press Ltd Paperback - impression 2018 64 pages (colour throughout) ISBN 978-1-86126-474-9

With this second book of a two-part study author Daiel Peterson completes the most comprehensive survey ever undertaken of all the camouflage uniforms employed by the German armed forces from 1931 onwards. In this volume all the patterns used by the formidable troops of the Waffen-SS, from the first revolutionary designs of the late 1930s to little-known innovations of 1945, are explained and illustrated with the use of more than 120 colour photographs of rare, original surviving specimens. The book also covers similar and derivative patterns used by German and foreign armies up to the modern day; and gives invaluable advice on the identification of original wartime uniforms. A must-have for collectors, uniform historians and military modellers alike, this book and its companion volume on Wehrmacht camouflage uniforms (Europa Militaria No.17) finally resolve the confusion surrounding this subject and establishes and complete and concise system of identification and terminology.

Virtually as new condition. H:21.6 x W:19 x D:0.5cm

£10.00 + £2.65 P&P UK

Dressed for Duty Vols. 1 & 2 - America's Women in Uniform 1898-1973

Jill Halcomb Smith Published by R. James Bender Vol. 1 First edition 2001 pictorial hardback - 480 pages ISBN 0-912138-81-5 Vol. 2 First edition 2004 pictorial hardback - 544 pages ISBN 0-912138-85-8 Without dust wrappers as issued.

A landmark reference guide and in-depth study of the evolution of American women's service uniforms and insignia with an overview of the role of women in the service of the USA. The documentation of volunteer organisations will also be a valuable resource for anyone looking for information on the lesser-known women's groups that existed in time of war. Profusely illustrated with contemporary photographs and illustrations (many in colour) of original items of clothing and insignia. Over 50 organisations including: Aerial Nurse Corps of America. American Red Cross, Army Women's Voluntary Services, Army Nurse Corps, Cadet Nurse Corps, Citizen's Defense Corps, Daughters of the American Revolution Hospital Corps, Jewish Welfare Board Women's Unit, Marine Corps Women's Reserve, Motor Corps of America, National League of Women's Service, National Security Women's Corps, Navy Nurse Corps and more.

Jill Halcomb Smith is a professional military historian with more than 25 years of experience, and seven book titles in circulation world-wide. She curates, and preserves military historical items and created the "Dressed for Duty: America's Women in Uniform, 1898-1973” exhibits at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum in Denver, Colorado, and for the Women in Military Service for America (WIMSA) at Arlington National Cemetery. Her work around the globe in conjunction with museums, libraries, and archives is no less impressive and include: The National Archives-Washington, DC; The Imperial War Museum-London; Die Bundesarchiv-Berlin and many others.

As new. Fly leaves embossed “Library of Alastair Walker Reid”.

Vol 1: H:23.7 x W:16 x D:4cm Vol 2: H:23.7 x W:16 x D:3cm

£110.00 + £9.99 P&P UK

Arms and Uniforms - The Napoleonic Wars Part 2

Liliane and Fred Funcken Published 1977 by Ward Lock Pictorial hardback without dustwrapper as issued - 156 pages ISBN 0-7063-1407-7

Fabulously detailed studies of the uniforms and weapons of the French Garde Imperiale, and the armies of the German Duchies, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Poland, Sweden, Austria and Russia accompanied by explanatory text and notes. A good point of reference for modellers and anyone with an interest in this period.

Good condition, no real issues. Slight dustiness to top end of pages.

H:25 x W:20.5 x D:2cm £10.00 + £3.10 P&P UK