The British Army 1939–45 (1)

North-West Europe

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The British Army 1939–45 (1)

North-West Europe

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Description

The Second World War was Britain's last as a world power. For a year it saw Britain standing alone against the fascist dictatorships; winning it cost the sacrifice of the entire national wealth. This first book of three describes the uniforms developed for European service. It traces the appearance of the 'Tommy' from pre-war mobilization, through the years of defeat and endurance, to D-Day and the long fighting advance to Northern Germany. The book also includes a campaign summary, infantry organization tables, lists of arms and services and basic specifications of a number of heavy weapons.

Table of Contents

The British Army between the Wars · New weapons, new uniforms and equipment: the 1937 reforms. · Mobilisation & the Phoney War · Organisation of formations and units · Norway and France 1940 · Development of uniforms 1940-44 · Special-to-role uniforms - airborne, armoured troops, etc. · The Second Front - development of uniforms 1944-45

Product details

Published May 25 2001
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 48
ISBN 9781841760520
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 45 b/w; 8 col
Dimensions 10 x 7 inches
Series Men-at-Arms
Short code MAA 354
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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Mike Chappell

MIKE CHAPPELL comes from an Aldershot family with…

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