Warfare & defence
Results 1921 - 1944 of 4936
Warfare & defence
Paperback. The Thompson submachine gun, or Tommy gun developed an almost iconic status during the 20th century. It had an unusual beginning, for it was developed during the dying days of World War I as a 'one-man, hand-held machine gun'. With the police increasingly outgunned they too were forced to equip themselves with the Tommy gun. Series: Weapon. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 184 x 6. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Number of pages
- 80
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781849081498
- ISBN
- 9781849081498
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 19.57
€ 20.99
€ 19.57
Paperback. Winchester lever-action repeating rifles are an integral part of the folklore of the American West. This book explores the Winchesters' unique place in history, revealing the technical secrets of their success with a full array of colour artwork, period illustrations and close-up photographs. Illustrator(s): Stacey, Mark; Gilliland, Alan. Series: Weapon. Num Pages: 80 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 187 x 248 x 7. Weight in Grams: 264.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781472806574
- ISBN
- 9781472806574
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 20.99€ 15.59
€ 20.99
€ 15.59
Hardback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752442938
- ISBN
- 9780752442938
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.57
€ 26.99
€ 23.57
Paperback. Num Pages: 274 pages. BIC Classification: JWM; L; WSXS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 436.
- Publisher
- Clarus Press Ltd Ireland
- Number of pages
- 300
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905536542
- ISBN
- 9781905536542
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 85.00€ 80.45
€ 85.00
€ 80.45
Paperback. On the night of 17-18 August 1943, RAF Bomber Command attacked a research establishment on the German Baltic coast. The site was Peenemunde, where Hitler's scientists were developing both the V-1 flying bomb and the V-2 rocket whose destructive powers could have swung the course of the War. The raid was meticulously planned and hopes were high. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 1DFG; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWG; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Publisher
- Pen and Sword
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844153367
- ISBN
- 9781844153367
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.94
€ 19.99
€ 15.94
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781473879072
- ISBN
- 9781473879072
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 15.91
€ 19.99
€ 15.91
paperback. This is a unique record of every RAF Bomber Command raid during WW2. Comprehensive research coupled with graphic commentary make this an invaluable research tool and excellent read. Num Pages: 808 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 3JJH; BJ; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 159 x 59. Weight in Grams: 1254.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781783463602
- ISBN
- 9781783463602
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 28.68
€ 40.99
€ 28.68
Paperback. The Museum of the Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment contains many thousands of photographs. This book uses over 200 photographs to document the Wiltshire Regiment's role in many campaigns and battles from the trenches on the Western Front to terrorists in Cyprus in 1959, from Shanghai through to the Second World War. Num Pages: 128 pages, 200 x illustration. BIC Classification: 1DBKEWW; JWTR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 163 x 10. Weight in Grams: 314.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 128
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 1st Ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752437576
- ISBN
- 9780752437576
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 16.54
€ 17.99
€ 16.54
Paperback. Num Pages: 32 pages. BIC Classification: 3JJH; HBG; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172. .
- Publisher
- Pitkin Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 3Rev Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781841651453
- ISBN
- 9781841651453
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 9.99€ 7.96
€ 9.99
€ 7.96
Paperback. On 6 June the greatest landing force ever assembled began the Allied Liberation of France and Europe. Series: Pitkin Guides. Num Pages: 32 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; HBJD1; HBWQ; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 172. Weight in Grams: 130.
- Publisher
- Pitkin Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 32
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780853728474
- ISBN
- 9780853728474
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 8.99€ 8.06
€ 8.99
€ 8.06
Paperback.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752450476
- ISBN
- 9780752450476
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.48
€ 23.99
€ 20.48
Paperback. This book is an updated edition of the classic history of the development of the American atomic bomb, the decision to use it against Japan, and the origins of U.S. atomic diplomacy toward the Soviet Union. Series: Stanford Nuclear Age Series. Num Pages: 424 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBLW; HBT; JPS; JWMN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5487 x 3556 x 24. Weight in Grams: 485.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Stanford University Press United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780804739573
- ISBN
- 9780804739573
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 29.75
€ 32.99
€ 29.75
Paperback. Series: Europa Militaria. Num Pages: 64 pages, colour illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJF; 3JJH; JWM; WCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 259 x 190 x 5. Weight in Grams: 238.
- Publisher
- The Crowood Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 64
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861267436
- ISBN
- 9781861267436
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.57
€ 23.57
Paperback. A concise account of each engagement is provided, along with an analysis of its strategic, archaeological and political significance, complimented by a modern map of the battlefield with suggested tours and information on exploring the site today. Num Pages: 184 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1DBK; HBJD1; HBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 173 x 10. Weight in Grams: 462.
- Publisher
- The History Press Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 184
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780752464336
- ISBN
- 9780752464336
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 20.48
€ 23.99
€ 20.48
Paperback. The definitive story of the First World War's bloodiest conflict Num Pages: 352 pages, 24pp plus maps. BIC Classification: HBJD; HBWN; JWLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 24. Weight in Grams: 274.
- Publisher
- John Murray General Publishing Division United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780719568909
- ISBN
- 9780719568909
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 13.39
€ 17.99
€ 13.39
Hardback. Detailing the day-to-day affairs of Germans civilians and POWs in Canadian internment camps camps during the Second World War, this book fills an important void in our knowledge of the Canadian home front. Series: Studies in Canadian Military History. Num Pages: 256 pages, 8 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBCQ; 3JJH; HBJK; HBWQ; JWXR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780774812238
- ISBN
- 9780774812238
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 113.26
€ 113.26
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, 100ill. BIC Classification: 1DBKESK; HBJD1; HBWN; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 149 x 10. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844151196
- ISBN
- 9781844151196
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.21
€ 17.99
€ 14.21
Paperback. More than half a century after his death, Lt Col Robert Blair Mayne is still regarded as one of the greatest soldiers in the history of military special operations. This title tells the life story of 'Colonel Paddy', whose exceptional physical strength and uniquely swift reflexes made him a fearsome opponent. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 x 8pp b/w. BIC Classification: 1DBK; BGH; JWH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 222.
- Publisher
- Transworld Publishers Ltd
- Number of pages
- 272
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780575827
- ISBN
- 9781780575827
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 14.99€ 11.84
€ 14.99
€ 11.84
Paperback. Num Pages: 112 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: JWMV3; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 281 x 217 x 7. Weight in Grams: 474. In Post-war RAF Service 1945-1950. 112 pages, Illustrations (some col.). Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JWMV3; WGM. Dimension: 281 x 217 x 7. Weight: 476.
- Publisher
- Dalrymple and Verdun Publishing
- Number of pages
- 112
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905414130
- ISBN
- 9781905414130
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 19.55
€ 26.99
€ 19.55
Paperback. Num Pages: 48 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: JWMV3; WGM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 282 x 217 x 4. Weight in Grams: 222. 1960s in Colour. 48 pages, col. Illustrations. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: JWMV3; WGM. Dimension: 282 x 217 x 4. Weight: 222.
- Publisher
- Non Basic Stock Line
- Number of pages
- 48
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781905414093
- ISBN
- 9781905414093
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 15.27
€ 15.99
€ 15.27
Hardback. Traces the development of individual ballistic protection from the multi-layer silk garments and metal plates used during World War One and through to the Korean War and Vietnam, to the advanced armour used in Iraq and Afghanistan. This work illustrates the primary armour patterns in use with the world's major nations from 1914 to the present day. Num Pages: 160 pages, 400 Colour photographs. BIC Classification: HBW; JWM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 303 x 16. Weight in Grams: 850.
- Publisher
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- First Edition, First Impression
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847972484
- ISBN
- 9781847972484
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.66
€ 26.99
€ 23.66
Hardcover. Uses over 400 illustrations to show the clothing of both Officers and Ratings in World War II and during the years leading up to it, when Naval uniforms underwent significant modernization. In this book, the illustrations are supported by detailed text describing the development and use of Naval clothing of the time. Num Pages: 160 pages, 300 colour photographs 170 black & white photographs. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 3JJH; JWF; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 305 x 215 x 15. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Publisher
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781847978448
- ISBN
- 9781847978448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.76
€ 33.99
€ 28.76
Paperback. Describes and illustrates the uniforms and equipment of the WWII British soldier using original items worn by live models in authentic settings. Num Pages: 144 pages, 250 colour photographs. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWTU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 296 x 209 x 11. Weight in Grams: 628. British Army Uniforms European Theatre 1939-45. 144 pages, 250 colour photographs. Describes and illustrates the uniforms and equipment of the WWII British soldier using original items worn by live models in authentic settings. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBWQ; JWTU. Dimension: 296 x 209 x 11. Weight: 618.
- Publisher
- Crowood
- Number of pages
- 144
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- New edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861269140
- ISBN
- 9781861269140
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 26.99€ 23.61
€ 26.99
€ 23.61
Num Pages: 480 pages, over 500 color/bw images. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJH; HBJD; HBLW; HBWQ; JWG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 288 x 230 x 47. Weight in Grams: 2670.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764333477
- ISBN
- 9780764333477
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 75.43€ 57.23
€ 75.43
€ 57.23