American Military Headgear Insignia
Author: James Duncan Campbell
Publisher:
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 311
ISBN-13: 9780967073194
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Encyclopedia of United States Army Insignia and Uniforms
Author: William K. Emerson
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 708
ISBN-13: 9780806126227
DOWNLOAD EBOOKarmy branches - infantry, artillery, cavalry, and engineers - as well as the service and support branches comprising doctors and nurses, chaplains, musicians, quartermasters, military police, and the many others who have made up the U.S. Army. Insignia worn by all soldiers, such as eagles, devices with the letters US, and other letters and numbers, are also described and illustrated. Historians, military collectors, military reenactors, antique dealers and collectors,
American Military Insignia, 1800-1851
Author: J. Duncan Campbell
Publisher: Good Press
Published: 2019-11-26
Total Pages: 334
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 'American Military Insignia, 1800-1851', J. Duncan Campbell provides readers with a detailed catalog of the Army of the United States' insignia, other than buttons, epaulets, and horse furniture, from the National Collections during the period 1800-1851. Campbell's scholarly work draws on uniform regulations, ordnance regulations, and records in the National Archives to provide an accurate and informative account. The unique W. Stokes Kirk Collection, which includes rare firearms, powder flasks, insignia, epaulets, military caps, and the like, is a standout feature of this catalog. Campbell acknowledges that although this catalog is not intended to be a definitive study, it provides a representative chronological cross-section of typical designs and variations of insignia worn by the uniformed or "volunteer" militia. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American military insignia.
Geronimo!
Author: Bill Rentz
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 2007-02
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780764306778
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fully illustrated volume explores the uniforms, insignia, and equipment of American Airborne, Glider, Troop Carrier, and Airborne Engineers in World War II. Included are over 500 detailed, up-close images of individual items, and multi-side views of full combat rig, and over 100 World War II era color and black and white photos, most unpublished, showing the uniforms and equipment as worn by the troops. Covered in this extensive book are: dress uniforms; jump jackets and pants; headgear; boots; jump wings, unit patches and other insignia; Marine Corps airborne; Troop Carrier and Airborne Engineers; equipment, including parachutes, weapons, communications, and many rare and unusual items exclusive to airborne troops; and a comparative section with both British and German airborne gear. Geronimo! is a detailed look at the clothing and equipment of America's Finest, and is an important reference work for the airborne collector, reenactor, historian and veteran.
Silver Wings, Pinks & Greens
Author: Jon A. Maguire
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 191
ISBN-13: 9780887405785
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis new look at the uniforms and insignia of the USAAF during the World War II years covers a broad range of clothing, collar insignia, rank insignia, shoulder/sleeve insignia and squadron patches. Additionally, there is an in-depth examination of wing qualification badges. Actual items are presented in nearly 600 illustrations in full color, and also as they appeared in actual war-era photos. Actual uniform regulations and illustrations from the 1943 and 1944 Officers Guides are also provided. Silver Wings, Pinks & Greens will be a useful addition to the libraries of collectors, historians, modelers and veterns alike. Jon Maguire is also the author of American Flight Jackets, Airmen & Aircraft: A History of U.S. Flyers' Jackets from World War I to Desert Storm(with John Conway). Jon lives in Oklahoma City, Ok.
National Park Service Uniforms: Badges and insignia, 1894-1991
Author: R. Bryce Workman
Publisher:
Published: 1991
Total Pages: 138
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKUniforms and Equipment of U.S. Military Advisors in Vietnam, 1957-1972
Author: Paul Miraldi
Publisher: Schiffer Military History
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764311833
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis new, extensively researched volume (volume two in the series) is a comprehensive guide to the history, development, wear, and use of uniforms and equipment during American military advisors involvement in the Vietnam War. Included are insignia, headgear, camouflage uniforms, modified items, Flak vests, boots, clothing accessories, paper items and personal items from the years 1957-1972, all examined in great detail. Using re-constructed and period photos, the author presents the look and appearance of American Army, Navy, and Marine Corps advisors in Vietnam. ARVN Ranger, Airborne, and ARVN infantry advisors, all have their own chapter, along with Junk Force, RAG Force, and South Vietnamese Naval and Marine Corps advisors.
TRADOC Pamphlet TP 600-4 The Soldier's Blue Book
Author: United States Government Us Army
Publisher:
Published: 2019-12-14
Total Pages: 314
ISBN-13: 9781675302019
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis manual, TRADOC Pamphlet TP 600-4 The Soldier's Blue Book: The Guide for Initial Entry Soldiers August 2019, is the guide for all Initial Entry Training (IET) Soldiers who join our Army Profession. It provides an introduction to being a Soldier and Trusted Army Professional, certified in character, competence, and commitment to the Army. The pamphlet introduces Solders to the Army Ethic, Values, Culture of Trust, History, Organizations, and Training. It provides information on pay, leave, Thrift Saving Plans (TSPs), and organizations that will be available to assist you and your Families. The Soldier's Blue Book is mandated reading and will be maintained and available during BCT/OSUT and AIT.This pamphlet applies to all active Army, U.S. Army Reserve, and the Army National Guard enlisted IET conducted at service schools, Army Training Centers, and other training activities under the control of Headquarters, TRADOC.
American Military Insignia, 1800-1851
Author: James Duncan Campbell
Publisher:
Published: 1963
Total Pages: 144
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis catalog is a descriptive and intrepretive listing of the insignia of the Army of the United States -- other than buttons, epaulets, and horse furniture -- in the National Collections that were prescribed or worn during the period 1800-1851.
Don Troiani's Regiments and Uniforms of the Civil War
Author: Don Troiani
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 700
ISBN-13: 9780811705202
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn the world of historical painting, Don Troiani stands alone, universally acclaimed for the accuracy, drama, and sensitivity of his depictions of America's past. His Civil War paintings and limited edition prints hang in the finest collections in the country and are noted by collectors from around the world. Now, in "Don Troiani's Regiments and Uniforms of the Civil War", the artist turns his brush to one of the most colourful and captivating aspects of Civil War history: the individual units that earned their reputations on the battlefield and the distinctive uniforms they wore. In addition to 130 paintings of battle scenes and individual figures, the book also includes more than 250 full-colour photographs of the uniforms the soldiers wore and the accoutrements they carried. Supporting the illustrations is text by two of the leading military artefact experts. Taken together, it makes for one of the most comprehensive books on Civil War uniforms ever undertaken.
