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Hardback. The exciting story of the Royal Navy's first major success of the WW2 compiled from conversations with veterans and the Historical Branch of the Admiralty. Num Pages: 144 pages, 16 page plate section will be included. BIC Classification: 1QSAS; 3JJH; HBJK; HBWQ; JWF; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 148 x 27. Weight in Grams: 410.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473878952
- ISBN
- 9781473878952
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 34.99€ 30.81
€ 34.99
€ 30.81
Hardback. Num Pages: 272 pages, 22, 1 black & white halftones, 5 maps, 2 black & white tables, 14 charts. BIC Classification: JPR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781501703065
- ISBN
- 9781501703065
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 44.22
€ 44.22
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849080750
- ISBN
- 9781849080750
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.26
€ 20.99
€ 15.26
Paperback. With its first major use in battle during the Vietnam War, the helicopter ushered in a radically different way of fighting. This book presents the history of the first ever major use of helicopters in battle. It describes the development of the critical airmobile tactics that ultimately changed the way America fights its battles. Illustrator(s): Hook, Adam. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: HBJF; HBJK; HBWS2; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 7. Weight in Grams: 230.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846031366
- ISBN
- 9781846031366
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. The Stryker combat light armored vehicle was adopted by the US Army in 2002. Covering the first US Army release since the M1 Abrams MBT, this book details the conception, development and deployment of one of the most highly anticipated AFVs, including its service in Iraq and the controversy surrounding the Stryker's varying successes. Illustrator(s): Johnson, Hugh. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JMC; HBW; JWMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 5. Weight in Grams: 170.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 48
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841769301
- ISBN
- 9781841769301
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 12.99
€ 16.99
€ 12.99
Paperback. Illustrator(s): Taylor, Chris. Series: Fortress. Num Pages: 64 pages, 62 b&w illustrations, 2 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AM; HB; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 6. Weight in Grams: 230.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841768397
- ISBN
- 9781841768397
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. In December 1941, Guam became the first Allied territory lost to the Japanese. Therefore, its recapture was both politically and psychologically of great importance. This book examines the campaign mounted by the US Marines, Army and Navy in their successful, if bloody, operation to recapture the state. Illustrator(s): Gerrard, Howard. Series: Campaign. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MKCU; 3JJH; HBJM; HBWQ; JW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 188 x 9. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 96
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841768113
- ISBN
- 9781841768113
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 16.00
€ 21.99
€ 16.00
Paperback. The German Army of World War II was a highly mobile force. The experience of trench warfare in World War I had done much to shape Germany's blitzkrieg doctrine and concepts of field fortification, and the mobile warfare ethos of World War 2 was designed to avoid the previous war's stalemate. Illustrator(s): Palmer, Ian. Series: Fortress. Num Pages: 64 pages, 27ill.32col.ill. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 186 x 5. Weight in Grams: 212.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- OSPREY
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841767611
- ISBN
- 9781841767611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- Osprey Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1988 Edition
- Number of pages
- 64
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780850458558
- ISBN
- 9780850458558
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
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€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. The Kalashnikov AK-47 is the most ubiquitous assault rifle in the world, with more AK-47s and its variants in use than any other individual small arm. This book looks at the history of the weapon, discussing its design, development, and usage, taking its story from the great armies of the Soviet Union to the insurgents and criminal gangs. Series: Weapon. Num Pages: 80 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 184 x 8. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 80
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849084611
- ISBN
- 9781849084611
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 19.46
€ 19.99
€ 19.46
Paperback. In 1965 the military situation in the Mekong River Delta of southern Vietnam had deteriorated to such a degree that the decision was made to commit a joint US Army and Navy Mobile Riverine Force to the area. This force was unique in its composition, mission, and the means by which it operated - riverine craft. This book explores those crafts. Illustrator(s): Johnson, Hugh. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBJF; HBJK; HBWS2; JWMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 5. Weight in Grams: 176.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1ST
- Number of pages
- 48
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841769318
- ISBN
- 9781841769318
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.22
€ 15.99
€ 12.22
Paperback. Illustrator(s): Bull, Peter; Bryan, Tony. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 48 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JWMV2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 185 x 5. Weight in Grams: 166.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 48
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781846032271
- ISBN
- 9781846032271
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 17.30
€ 19.99
€ 17.30
Paperback. Even when Western Allied troops gained a foothold in Normandy, World War II in Europe was far from over. This book includes detailed description and colour pictures illustrate the means by which the Allied troops on the ground evolved to the point of winning the war on the Western Front. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 248 x 9. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472809476
- ISBN
- 9781472809476
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. During World War II American soldiers, or 'GIs' as they were more commonly known, headed into Europe laden with the provisions needed to survive and function in hostile territory. This book offers a comprehensive treatment of US World War II gear, covering not only basic belts, pouches, packs, mess gear, first aid gear, tools, and more. Illustrator(s): Hook, Adam. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJH; HBJK; HBLW; HBWQ; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 7. Weight in Grams: 257.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472814241
- ISBN
- 9781472814241
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 18.29
€ 20.99
€ 18.29
Paperback. Military gliders came of age in World War II, when glider-assault infantry were the forerunners of today's helicopter-delivered airmobile troops. This book explains the development and organization of glider troops, their mounts, and the air squadrons formed to tow them. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 184 x 5. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781782007739
- ISBN
- 9781782007739
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, 35 b/w; 35 col. BIC Classification: 1DDF; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 184 x 7. .
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472819468
- ISBN
- 9781472819468
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 18.48
€ 19.99
€ 18.48
Paperback. The cavalry regiments of the US Army were in the process of being transformed into a mechanised force when the USA entered World War II. While those cavalry regiments deployed to the Pacific to fight the Japanese were turned into infantry units, those sent to Europe were employed as light armour in the cavalry's traditional spearhead roles. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, 45 b/w; 13 col. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 183 x 4. Weight in Grams: 216.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849087971
- ISBN
- 9781849087971
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Focusing on Infantry Fire Support tactics during World War II, this title features artwork and detailed analysis of the battlefield use of machine guns, mortars, and light guns. Illustrator(s): Dennis, Peter. Series: Elite. Num Pages: 64 pages, 30 b/w; 28 col. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWKT; JWL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 186 x 249 x 6. Weight in Grams: 214.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472815460
- ISBN
- 9781472815460
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.50
€ 19.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Illustrator(s): Bryan, Tony; Sarson, Peter. Series: New Vanguard. Num Pages: 56 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: HBW; JWL; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 186 x 5. Weight in Grams: 178.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 56
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841769233
- ISBN
- 9781841769233
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 12.22
€ 15.99
€ 12.22