German Combat Equipments 1939–45
German Combat Equipments 1939–45

Author: Gordon L. Rottman

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2013-08-20

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1472805283

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The field equipment of the German Army in World War II was closely related to that used throughout World War I and earlier, yet it was of relatively light weight, ruggedly constructed, well designed, functional, and generally of a high quality, though this deteriorated in the later war years. A high degree of design standardisation was maintained in most categories of equipment, though materials and their colours often varied widely. There were also many different specialisations for the various arms of service as well as theatres of combat, such as the Afrikakorps in the Western Desert. This title investigates all manner of German combat equipments throughout World War II, from belt buckles to magazine pouches.

German Combat Equipment
German Combat Equipment

Author: Jean-Philippe Borg

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9782352503040

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The personal belongings of the German soldier at the beginning of World War II, is still heavily inspired by that of the Great War combatant, despite the introduction of new materials between the two wars, such as the fabric for the camouflaged tent, particularly original for the time.

Deutsche Soldaten
Deutsche Soldaten

Author: Agustin Saiz

Publisher: Casemate Publishers

Published: 2008-11

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 1932033963

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A visual history of the German soldier, providing a unique insight into how they lived, ate, maintained themselves at the front, and how they behaved when out of line, through a collection of personal items and artifacts they left behind.

German Mountain & Ski Troops 1939–45
German Mountain & Ski Troops 1939–45

Author: Gordon Williamson

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-05-20

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 1780967918

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Fighting in every theatre from the burning sands of North Africa to the icy wastes above the arctic circle the German Army's Gebirgstruppen troops were some of the most effective in the whole of the Wehrmacht. Their esprit de corps and morale were extremely high and their commanders, men such as Eduard Dietl, the 'Hero of Narvik', and Julius 'Papa' Ringel, were idolised by their men. Dietl himself was the first soldier of the Wehrmacht to be awarded the coveted Oakleaves to the Knights Cross of the Iron Cross. In this book Gordon Williamson details the uniforms, organisation and combat histories of these elite troops.

German Pionier 1939–45
German Pionier 1939–45

Author: Gordon L. Rottman

Publisher: Osprey Publishing

Published: 2010-06-01

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781846035784

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The German Army of World War II (1939-1945) collectively referred to its various engineer units as Pioniere - what would be called combat engineers in the West. This organization included Pioniertruppen (Pionier Troops), Bautruppen (Construction Troops), Eisenbahntruppen (Railway Troops), and Technische Truppen (Technical Troops). They were first and foremost assault troops, and construction workers second. They were tasked with overcoming manmade and natural obstacles, and in the attack they supported the infantry as specialist assault troops, attacking fortified positions with demolitions and flamethrowers. In the defence they constructed fortifications and shelters, erected obstacles, laid minefields, planted booby traps, cleared fields of fire, erected camouflage, and maintained supply routes. This book examines the recruitment and special training of a German Pionier. It also covers life in the field while on campaign and the of a Pionier role in supporting infantry assaults.

The German Army 1939–45 (1)
The German Army 1939–45 (1)

Author: Nigel Thomas

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-09-20

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 1782004815

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On 1 September 1939, when Germany attacked Poland, the Wehrmacht numbered 3,180,000 men. It eventually expanded to 9,500,000, and on 8-9 May 1945, the date of its unconditional surrender on the Western and Eastern Fronts, it still numbered 7,800,000. The Blitzkrieg period, from 1 September 1939 to 25 June 1940, was 10 months of almost total triumph for the Wehrmacht, as it defeated every country, except Great Britain, that took the field against it. In this first of five volumes examining the German Army of World War Two, Nigel Thomas examines the uniforms and insignia of Hitler's Blitzkrieg forces, including an overview of the Blitzkrieg campaign itself. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

The German Army 1939–45 (5)
The German Army 1939–45 (5)

Author: Nigel Thomas

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-08-20

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1782002170

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This book covers the high command, the developments in unit organisation, the campaigns and the uniforms and equipment of the German Army in the last two years of the war in North-West Europe and Italy. Despite the huge pressure of fighting on three fronts, ever-worsening shortages of manpower and equipment, and Allied command of the skies, Germany's decimated divisions fought on with impressive skill and determination. This period also saw a fascinating mixture of obsolescent, newly designed, and field-made combat clothing which gave the German soldier a radically different appearance from his predecessor of just five years before. Men-at-Arms 311, 316, 326, 330 and 336 are also available in a single volume special edition titled 'German Army in World War II'.

World War II German Battle Insignia
World War II German Battle Insignia

Author: Gordon Williamson

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-03-20

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 1780965699

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The remarkable war effort of the German armed forces on three fronts between 1939 and 1945 was recognised by a wider range of insignia than seen in the Allied armies. While the Wehrmacht displayed fewer unit insignia than the Allies, a glance at a German soldier's tunic could reveal much more about his actual combat experience. In this book an experienced researcher explains and illustrates the Battle and Assault Badges of the Army, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe ground troops; the sleeve shields and cuffbands issued to mark service in particular campaigns; wound badges, commemorative medals, and other types of insignia.

Wehrmacht Combat Helmets 1933–45
Wehrmacht Combat Helmets 1933–45

Author: Brian C Bell

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2012-12-20

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1782008470

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The German Stahlhelm is perhaps the most recognizable image of World War II. Manufactured in its millions, it was used or copied by many countries. It is still one of the most collected relics of the war; but despite its relative availability, prices have reached levels that challenge collectors to protect themselves by acquiring in-depth knowledge. This book, by a collector of 30 years' standing, offers a detailed masterclass in the patterns, component parts and finishes of the combat helmets used by the German Army, Navy and Air Force. It is illustrated with a superb selection of rare period photos, colour photos of collected examples, and striking colour paintings.