Military Uniforms Visual Encyclopedia

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Product Description Military Uniforms Visual Encyclopedia is a highly illustrated volume that examines all the significant uniforms of the world, featuring more than 1000 of the world’s soldiers from the first professional armies to the present day. All the most famous types of uniform are featured, such as the British redcoat, the American GI, the German stormtrooper and the Soviet infantryman, along with some more unusual examples that are much less well known.Each featured uniform is illustrated with an excellent full-color artwork, showing the figure in great detail with full specifications tables that list country of origin and relevant points of interest in the uniform and equipment carried (with all weights and measures provided in both metric and imperial). With more than 1000 outstanding color artworks, Military Uniforms Visual Encyclopedia is a comprehensive and accessible reference work that will appeal to anyone with an interest in military matters. Review “Offering 650 color illustrations total, plus a few photos, this visual reference presents chronological entries on military uniforms worn in specific conflicts around the world, from the 18th century through the present conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Each entry's high-quality, photorealistic illustrations are accompanied by descriptions and info on country, date, and theater of the war. Entries focus mostly on uniforms, but some weapons and equipment are illustrated. The book includes a brief introduction on the origins of military uniforms and their development through history, plus a glossary.” ( Book News, Inc.) “…attractive volume….those interested in the uniforms of military personnel from around the world, especially those who served during the period from World War II to the present, will find much to enjoy within its pages ( The Journal of America’s Military Past) "...highly recommended for military hobbyists and as a reference source to anyone interested in the history of the uniform." ( Mataka.org) “Accompanied by a timeline the illustrations spare no detail to when it comes representing military uniforms along with weapons, insignia and transports supported by extensive text descriptions and historical context. It’s the best book of its kind that I’ve ever seen. If you’re looking for a great book on military uniforms this one will ‘suit’ you just fine.” ( Boyce McClain’s Collectors’ Corner) About the Author Chris McNab is a wilderness expert, military specialist and author of over 20 survival publications, including How to Survive Anything, Anywhere, Living off the Land, and SAS Training Manual: How to Pass the SAS Selection Course. He holds a PhD from the University of Wales and lives in south Wales, UK.