US Marine Infantry Combat Uniforms and Equipment 2000–12

US Marine Infantry Combat Uniforms and Equipment 2000–12 cover

Description

The US Marine Corps has been a key part of the US presence in a host of combat zones. While sharing some weapons systems with the other US Forces, the Marine Corps has developed its own distinctive approach to matters of dress, personal equipment and armament. The most important trends are a new generation of camouflage clothing, body armor, and night-vision equipment, which have transformed the appearance and capability of the individual rifleman. The men and women of the USMC have been at the forefront of these developments, utilizing innovative items of dress and equipment during their extensive service in a range of challenging environments across the world. Featuring specially commissioned full-color artwork and detailed photographs, this book explores the USMC's key contribution to the development of the combat infantry soldier's clothing and personal equipment in the 21st century.

Product details

Published Sep 20 2012
Format Ebook (PDF)
Edition 1st
Extent 64
ISBN 9781849088008
Imprint Osprey Publishing
Illustrations 45 b/w; 13 col
Series Elite
Short code ELI 190
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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J. Kenneth Eward

Kenneth Eward teaches at American Military Univers…

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J. Kenneth Eward

Kenneth Eward teaches at American Military Univers…

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