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Hardcover. Suffolk, became home for many American airmen during the War. They brought with them chewing gum and coke. In return the British taught the GIs the art of darts and dominos when the newcomers ventured into English pubs. This book examines the meeting of cultures. USAAF Missions are included to show what desperate times these were for the airmen. Num Pages: 224 pages, 80 black and white photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBKEAS; 1KBB; 3JJH; HBTB; HBWQ; JWG; JWT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 630.
Publisher
Fonthill Media
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781781553466
ISBN
9781781553466
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.67

Hardback.
Publisher
The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Edition
2 Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750933612
ISBN
9780750933612
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.62

Paperback. Offers an insight into the Standard-type classes of US battleships. This book provides an investigation into the histories of each of the warships in the Standard-type battleship classes, the first three of which, the Nevada, Pennsylvania and New Mexico, formed the US Navy's main force in the inter-war period. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBTM; HBWQ; JWF; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 186 x 6. Weight in Grams: 172.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472806963
ISBN
9781472806963
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.45

Paperback. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472812735
ISBN
9781472812735
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.60

Paperback. During World War II, the United States built 72 light cruisers of various classes. This book examines every US light cruiser produced, including those of the Fargo and Worcester classes, which were actually complete after World War II had ended, tracing their design, development and evolution throughout the war and beyond. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 40 b/w; 7 col. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJK; HBWQ; JWF; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 248 x 6. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472811400
ISBN
9781472811400
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.48

Paperback. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472814517
ISBN
9781472814517
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.60

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 20 b/w; 47 col. BIC Classification: HB; HBTM; HBWQ; JW; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 5. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472818102
ISBN
9781472818102
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.57

Paperback. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472808493
ISBN
9781472808493
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.53

Paperback. Featuring an annotated cutaway and artwork detailing the features of the ships, this book explores the design, development, and deployment of both the Essex and Independence class of light carriers that were at the forefront of many actions in World War II, including the climatic battles of Phillipine Sea and Leyte Gulf in 1944. Illustrator(s): Bryan, Tony. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJF; HBJK; HBWQ; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 186 x 5. Weight in Grams: 166.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
48
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
annotated edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781846030376
ISBN
9781846030376
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.48

Paperback. Covers the design, development and operation of USN aircraft carriers built prior to World War II, including their aircraft and weaponry. This book also explains their various successes and losses such as the first carrier vs carrier battle at Midway; the battle of the Coral Sea; the battle of the Philippine Sea; and the Operation Torch landings. Illustrator(s): Bryan, Tony. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, 43 b/w illustrations, 7 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJG; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; JWF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 183 x 4. Weight in Grams: 164.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
48
Condition
New
SKU
V9781841768908
ISBN
9781841768908
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 12.44

Paperback. In 1967 - 68, the United States Marine Corps (USMC) was on the front line of the defence of South Vietnam's Quang Tri province, which was at the very heart of the Vietnam conflict. In this book, the author steps into the tropical terrain of Vietnam to assess the performance and experience of USMC and NVA forces in three savage battles. Illustrator(s): Shumate, Johnny. Series: Combat. Num Pages: 80 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 3JJPK; HBJF; HBJK; HBWS2; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 185 x 7. Weight in Grams: 266.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472808998
ISBN
9781472808998
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 19.60

Paperback. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472806789
ISBN
9781472806789
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.57

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Laurier, Jim. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; HBJF; HBJK; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 185 x 8. Weight in Grams: 312.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
96
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849087513
ISBN
9781849087513
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 20.63

Paperback. "US Macv-Sog Reconnaissance Team in Vietnam". Illustrator(s): Delf, Brian. Series: Warrior. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: 1FMV; 3JJPK; 3JJPL; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 249 x 5. Weight in Grams: 214.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
64
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849085137
ISBN
9781849085137
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.82

Paperback. Versatile warships, the heavy cruisers of the Baltimore class, and their successors in the Oregon City and Des Moines classes, commonly acted as carrier escorts throughout World War II, but also performed bombardment duties in support of amphibious landings. This is a guide to the US' heavy cruiser classes. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; 3JJP; HBJK; HBLW; HBW; JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 186 x 5. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782006329
ISBN
9781782006329
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.50

Paperback. Illustrator(s): Shumate, Johnny; Gilliland, Alan. Series: Weapon. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: HBW; HBWS2; HBWS4; JW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 7. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472819529
ISBN
9781472819529
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.25

Hardback. Since the implications of the US military presence in the Middle East are so central to the study of International Relations and Security Studies, this book will be invaluable for specialists in these disciplines, as well as for those interested in policy formation and the wider Middle East. Series: Library of International Relations. Num Pages: 320 pages, 4 bw integrated. BIC Classification: 1FBQ; 1KBB; HBWS3; JPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 148 x 224 x 30. Weight in Grams: 528.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780768359
ISBN
9781780768359
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 153.79
€ 136.86

Paperback. The Forrestal class (Forrestal, Saratoga, Ranger, and Independence) was the first completed class of US Navy supercarriers, so-named for their 25 percent size increase over the World War II-era carriers such as the Midway class, and the strength of their air wings. This title deals with this topic. Illustrator(s): Wright, Paul. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; HBTW; JWMV2; WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 245 x 3. Weight in Grams: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782003809
ISBN
9781782003809
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 16.46

Paperback. Explains the evolution of the Rangers' missions in Panama, the first Gulf War, Somalia and the post 9/11 invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan. This title reveals the training and organizational changes that the unit has undergone and investigates in particular how their doctrine and tactics have changed during the 14-year war in Afghanistan. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, 30 b/w; 28 col. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJP; 3JM; HBJK; HBLW3; HBWS; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 250 x 6. Weight in Grams: 214.
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781472815408
ISBN
9781472815408
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.78

Paperback. The first of a two-volume set detailing the flying clothing, equipment and insignia of the US army air force during World War II in every theatre of the war. Illustrator(s): Chin, Francis. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, 12 colour plates, 50 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HB; JWG; JWM; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 5. Weight in Grams: 232.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
0th Edition
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9781855322950
ISBN
9781855322950
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.54

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