The World War II GI. US Army Uniforms 1941-1945 in Color Photographs

A Paperback Edition Of This Classic Work, Which Describes And Illustrates The Uniforms And Equipment Of The Wwii British Soldier Using Original Items Worn By Live Models In Authentic Settings. A Huge Range Of Subjects Is Covered, From The Uniforms And Equipment Of The Front Line Infantryman, To The Officers' And Men's Walking-out Dress, The Special Kit Issued To Tank Crews, Air-landed And Mountain Troops, Motorcyclists, Medics, Arctic Clothing, Anti-gas Kit And Assault Kit, Even Down To The Demob Suits Issued To Discharged Soldiers In 1945. Suitable for those interested in the American soldier's dress and equipment throughout World War II. This title features logically arranged photographic sequences that show a range of uniforms and authentic weapons in characteristic use, accompanied by concise identifying and explanatory captions. The British Tommy of World War Two is a recreation of the army at the outbreak of war through to the liberation of Northwestern Europe in 1944-45, using photographs of original uniforms worn by live models. Originally published: 1998 "Some 280 color photographs illustrate the uniforms, weapons and equipment of the American GI, using live models in authentic settings"--Back cover The interwar years were relatively peaceful for the British Army, which justified its annual budget by policing the Empire.