An Illustrated History of Military Motorcycles
An Illustrated History of Military Motorcycles

Author: Pat Ware

Publisher: Southwater

Published: 2012-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781780192024

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During the early years of World War I, motorcycles started to enter military service, replacing the mounted despatch rider and providing a means of mechanizing machine-gun and stretcher units. This fully illustrated book covers the lively history of the military motorcycle,highlighting the varied role motorcycles have played, as well as how the vehicles have evolved over time. It provides a country-by-country overview of military motorcycles in France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Great Britain, the USA, the USSR and Japan. An expertly written volume, it provides enthusiasts with key information about the history of these diverse multi-tasking vehicles.

American Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles of World War I
American Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles of World War I

Author: Albert Mroz

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2010-01-25

Total Pages: 432

ISBN-13:

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"Hundreds of companies were building vehicles for military as well as civilian use during this time. From their beginnings until their demise, the histories of 225 of the companies that manufactured cars, trucks and motorcycles for the civilian market are provided, along with representative illustrations and specs for each company that existed in 1917 and 1918"--Provided by publisher.

American Military Vehicles of World War I
American Military Vehicles of World War I

Author: Albert Mroz

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2009-10-21

Total Pages: 327

ISBN-13: 0786454768

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In World War I the American motor vehicle industry was tested by the sudden appearance of vast transport challenges. The nation's immense manufacturing capabilities and abundant natural resources combined with increased standardization and mass production to enable the industry to meet the military's needs. Motor vehicles and aircraft were quickly cemented as the most influential military tools of the early twentieth century. This book both describes the development and use of a wide range of specialized motor vehicles during World War I and analyzes how their advent indelibly altered modern warfare and transportation.

A Complete Directory of Military Vehicles
A Complete Directory of Military Vehicles

Author: Pat Ware

Publisher: Southwater Publishing

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781780190211

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An illustrated A-Z directory of logistics and troop carriers, wreckers, tankers, radio trucks, ambulances, missile transporters, amphibious cars and other specialized army vehicles of the world.

A G.I. in The Ardennes
A G.I. in The Ardennes

Author: Denis Hambucken

Publisher: Pen and Sword Military

Published: 2020-02-28

Total Pages: 144

ISBN-13: 1526756218

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A G.I. in the Ardennes focuses on the human experience during wartime. What was life like for a regular American soldier who gave his life to combat fascism? By immersing himself in historical documents, hundreds of letters and several interviews from that period of time, Denis Hambucken managed to accurately reconstruct the daily life of an American soldier in impressive detail. The author takes a closer look at the weapons, equipment and personal belongings of the soldiers who fought at the Western front, while sharing numerous personal anecdotes and moving stories.

Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics

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Published: 1944-04

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13:

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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.

Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics

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Published: 1944-02

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13:

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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.

Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics

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Published: 1945-09

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13:

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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.

United States Army Cap Insignia 1902-1975
United States Army Cap Insignia 1902-1975

Author: Michael F. Tucker

Publisher: Dorrance Publishing

Published: 2021-03-10

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1636612970

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United States Army Cap Insignia 1902-1975 By: Michael F. Tucker America was entering a new century. Fresh from defeating Spain in the Spanish-American War, the young country was assuming its new position in the old world order. Filled with confidence and economic strength, the United Sates looked towards the future with the many opportunities and changes presented to it and its people. These changes also applied to the United States Army and its uniforms, in particular, the uniform cap and its insignia. Presented here are those changes in US Army cap insignia during the twentieth century. Shown in photographs and words drawn from US Government and US Army archives, with dimensions and close‑up images of insignia, a thorough history can now be revealed!