Over There!: The American Soldier in World War I (G.I. Series. the Illustrated History of the American Soldier, His Uniform and His Equipment)

American soldiers played a far greater role in World War I than is generally recognized -- indeed, by the Armistice there were more American than British soldiers fighting in France. "Over There!" presents 122 photographs showing what their uniforms, equipment, and daily life were like during the war. The tremendous expansion in American military force and manufacturing ability is described, as well as the necessary adoption of many British and French weapons. Photographs also depict the American expeditions into Northern Russia and Siberia in 1919 1997 G.I. The Illustrated History of the American Soldier, His Uniform and His Equipment -- Over There! The American Soldier in World War I (P) by Jonathan Gawne *** 9781853672682 ***80 Pages This is a photographic history of American uniforms and equipment used during WW1