Early Warfare - Military History Books

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the militaristic oligarchic Spartan state. The result was a period
of unprecedented brutality and with it came a collapse in habits,
institutions, beliefs and restraints.
2003, Viking, 0670032115,<36292-01-A-01>511pp maps, Good in
d/w
£18.00
QF-1008 ~ ANCIENT SIEGE WARFARE ~ by Paul Bentley Kern
An examination of the nature of siege warfare. Siege warfare was
the most brutal form of warfare in the ancient world - resulting
in the sacking of whole cities and the enslavement of entire
populations. Unrestricted by any moral codes, it devalued the
skills of traditional warriors with their shared codes of honour.
The author looks at the role and influence of women and
parallels between the wholesale carnage of ancient sieges and the
techniques of modern warfare.
1999, Souvenir Press, 0285635247,<29372-01-A-01> 448pp,
illustrations, maps, Slightly damaged stamp on endpaper. marks on
page edges. Good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1009 ~ ROMAN FRONTIER STUDIES ~
by V A Maxfield and M J Dobson
A compendium of one hundred studies on the Roman frontier,
the forts and fortifications, the army units and realted military
matters. The book also covers the relations between the Romans
and the natives on the borders of the empire. A scarce volume
which is profusely illustrated with maps, photos, and plans
2003, Exeter University Pr, 0859597109,<12445-02-A-01> Large
Format. 512pp illustrations, plans, Very good, CARD
£60.00
QF-1010 ~ THE ROMAN ARMY ~
by Chris McNab
A study of the Greatest War Machine of the Ancient World. The
book follows the Roman Army from the first armed citizens of
the early Republic through the glorious heights of the Imperial
legions to the shameful defeats inflicted upon the late Roman
army by the Goths and Huns. Tracing the development of tactics,
equipment and training, it provides an accessible yet detailed
insight into the military force that enabled Rome to become the
greatest empire the world has ever seen.
2010, Osprey Publishing, 9781849081627,<36009-01-A-01> 280pp,
numerous colour & b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1011~ THE GREAT REVOLT OF 1381 ~by Sir Charles Oman
The great insurrection, otherwise known as the Peasants' Revolt,
was led by Wat Tyler. A small riot in late May, 1381 led to
ruthless suppression and the killing of Tyler. Sparked off by the
first Poll Tax, there were many deeper causes. Oman argues in
this seminal work that England, ruled by the boy-king Richard II
and incompetent ministers, was a hotbed of social and political
grievances.
1989, Greenhill Books, 1853670456,<1701-01-A-01> 219pp, map,
index, appendices, Good,
£12.00
QF-1012 ~ RABBLE IN ARMS ~
by Kenneth Roberts
Fiction. 'A Chronicle of Arundel and the Burgoyne Invasion'.
Green cloth boards worn and there is a tear to the spine. Despite
the outside wear and tear the contents are good.
1939, Collins, <30086-01-A-01> 717pp,
£8.00
QF-1013 ~ THE ART OF WAR ~
by Sun Tzu
with a Foreword by James Clavell this is a new, concise edition of
one of the earliest studies on the theory and practice of war. The
principles expounded by Sun-Tzu have influenced military
leaders from Napoleon to Mao Tse-tung, General Giap,
Yamamoto and the German General Staff. In modern times, the
book has become required reading on management and military
courses.
1990, Hodder & Stoughton, 0340276045,<4174-03-A-01> 95pp,
very good, CARD
£6.00
QF-1014 ~ SAMURAI WARRIORS ~
by Stephen Turnbull
A study of the Samurai warrior from the 11th Century, the Heian
Period to the later Edo Period of the mid 19th Century. Looks at
the development of the costume and equipment as it relates to
changes in military history and the Arms, Armour and weaponry
of the Samurai. Specially commissioned colour artwork is by
James Field.
Early Warfare
QF-1001 ~ THE AGE OF CHIVALRY ~
by Arthur Bryant
The author describes warfare and chivalry from the reign of
Edward I to Richard II. He recounts the conquest of Wales, the
defeat of Scotland, and the campaigns in France of Edward III
and the Black Prince.
1963, Collins, <21506-01-A-01> 576pp, text & endpaper maps,
Green Boards. Binding a little loose. Good,
£6.00
QF-1002 ~ THE CRECY WAR ~ by Lt-Colonel A H Burne DSO
The military operations of the English Armies 1339-1360, the
first phase of the Hundred Years War. Includes operations in
Brittany, Battle of Morlaix, Derby's operations in Gascony, the
Battles of Auberoche, Crecy, Mauron, Lancaster's operations,
Poitiers and the Rheims Campaign. The book concludes with the
Treaty of Bretigny.
1976, Greenwood Publications, 0837183014,<25632-02-A-01>
368pp, map, index, Near Fine in brown boards,
£20.00
QF-1003 ~ THE EMPEROR AND THE ROMAN ARMY:
31 BC-AD 235 ~ by J B Campbell
The bonds that tied the emperor and the Roman military. The
army was the single most important source of political power for
the succession of autocrats who ruled during the imperial period.
How could one man retain the loyalty of an army which
numbered up to half a million? The author explains how
Emperors sought an additional bond through identification with
the soldiers - as commander and comrade, personally conducting
military campaigns and the dangers associated with this.
1996, Sandpiper Books, (re-issue. Clarendon Press, Oxford),
0198148348,<13638-01-A-01> 468pp, appendices, bibliography,
index, Very good in slightly creased d/w,
£36.00
QF-1004 ~ THE QUEST FOR THE LOST ROMAN LEGIONS:
DISCOVERING THE VARUS BATTLEFIELD ~ by Tony Clunn
Good reading copy. I photo page detached but present. In 9AD
the 17th, 18th and 19th Roman Legions and their auxiliary
troops under the command of Publius Quinctilius Varus, were
ambushed and slaughtered in Germania. This is an account of
the author's search to discover the Varus battlefield, the modern
quest alternating with the ancient tale of the Roman occupation
of Germany.
2009, Savas Beatie, 9781932714708,<36357-01-A-01> 371pp
illustrations, maps, Rippled pages, one photographic page detached,
CARD
£6.00
QF-1005 ~ JOAN OF ARC : A MILITARY LEADER ~
by Kelly DeVries
Where previous works have concentrated on the religious and
feminist aspects of Joan's career, this is the first to address the
vital issue of what it was that made her the heroine she became.
Why did the soldiers of France follow a woman into battle when
no troops of the Hundred Years War had done so before, and
how was she able to win? The English called her a whore, and
believed her to be possessed, but her own troops trusted her
without any proof of her abilities.
1999, Sutton Publishing, 0750918055,<32327-02-A-01> 242pp, 16
colour plates and numerous b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£6.00
QF-1006 ~ WESTERN WAY OF WAR: INFANTRY BATTLE
IN CLASSICAL GREECE ~ by Victor Davis Hanson
With an introduction by John Keegan. The origins of Western
warfare lie with classical Greece. This is a fresh study on the
Greek Infantry in battle. The author covers all aspects, the fitness
and age of the soldiers, their commanders, their weapons and the
weight of their armour, their abilities, morale and the effect of
wounds.
1989, Hodder & Stoughton, 0340510587,<9637-02-A-01> 244pp,
very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1007 ~ THE PELOPONNESIAN WAR ~
by Donald Kagan
For almost 3 decades at the end of the 5th century B.C. the
Peloponnesian war pitted Greek against Greek. The Athenians
with their rich legacy of democracy and political rights, against
2
1987, Blandford Press, 071371767X,<15605-01-A-01> 160pp, 36 col
plates, 36 b/w illustrations, 29 drawings, maps, Storage wear only.
Rubbed d/w,
£12.00
QF-1015 ~ ATHENS AT WAR ~
by Rex Warner
Rex Warner's translation and abridgement of Thucydides'
original History of the Peloponnesian War in 431 BC between the
two principal city states of Greece, Athens and Sparta. The war
lasted for a quarter of a century.
1970, The Bodley Head, 0370011112,<30044-01-A-01> 174pp,
drawings, 2 maps, Good in a rubbed and edge-worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1021 ~ ESSLING: NAPOLEON'S FIRST DEFEAT? ~
by Gilles Boué
In the Spring of 1809 Austria, supported by England, declared
war on France. After a rapid advances on the upper Danube,
troops of the Archduke Charles pushed back Marshal Berthier’s
French Army, however following the arrival of the Emperor, the
French Army reversed the situation and the French seized
Vienna on April 12th. Napoleon, seeking a decisive victory,
engaged the enemy at Essling but the Austrians drove him back
across the Danube. This book, which will be an invaluable aid to
wargamers, is packed with colour illustrations, maps and 3D
battlefield graphics including pages of uniforms and Orders of
Battle.
2009, Histoire & Collections, Men and Battles,
9782352500551,<36390-01-B-01> 82pp, numerous colour & b/w
illustrations, maps & graphics, New in card cover, CARD
£14.99
QF-1022 ~ ARMIES AT WATERLOO ~
by Scott Bowden
Includes detailed descriptions of the French, Prussian and Angloallied Armies with their tactics, deployment and fighting abilties.
There are extensive and detailed orders of battle that tabulate the
strengths of individual units, Allied and French, numbers of
officers and men, as well as the commanding officers - Thought to
be one of the most detailed and authoritative to have been
published on the subject.Dustjacket very worn and torn but text
and boards good +
1983, Empire Games Inc, 0913037028,<14118-01-B-01> 356pp, col
plates and illustrations, large format,
£88.00
QF-1023 ~ 1812: NAPOLEON IN MOSCOW ~
by Paul Britten Austin
Follows on from 1812: The March on Moscow. On arrival at the
gates of Moscow Napoleon's army found a city deserted except
for those setting the fuses, and looters. Moscow burned for 3
days. The author uses testimony from more than 100 people who
witnessed and took part in the campaign.
1995, Greenhill Books, 1853671959,<36221-02-B-01> 264pp
illustrations, maps, Fine in d/w,
£16.00
QF-1024 ~ THE AGE OF ELEGANCE 1812-1822 ~
by Arthur Bryant
Includes a graphic account of Wellington's final campaigns in
Spain and the Battles of Salmanca and Vittoria, as well as
Toulouse, and Waterloo
1950, Collins, <10770-02-B-01> 450pp, red boards marked.Splitting
at endpaper map. Reading copy,
£5.00
QF-1025 ~ THE AGE OF ELEGANCE 1812-1822 ~
by Arthur Bryant
Includes a graphic account of Wellington's final campaigns in
Spain and the Battles of Salmanca and Vittoria, as well as
Toulouse, and Waterloo
1954, Reprint Society, <10770-01-B-01> 439pp, Octavo.prev owner
stamp on fep. d/w chipped, sticker on spine,
£6.00
QF-1026~WELLINGTON'S BATTLEFIELDS ILLUSTRATED:
BUSSACO ~ by Lieutenant-Colonel George L Chambers
The Battle of Bussaco, September 27, 1810 resulted in the defeat
of French forces by Wellington's Anglo-Portuguese army in
Portugal during the Peninsular War. Long considered the best
account of Wellington's battle in the Peninsular War, the
photographs in the account were taken by the author. A scarce
and collectible volume.
1910, Swan Sonnenschein & Co, <21205-01-B-01> 260pp, photos,
maps - 7 in pocket at the back of the book, Red boards rubbed and
faded on spine,
£100.00
QF-1027 ~ MEMOIRS OF A POLISH LANCER:
THE PAMIETNIKI OF DEZDERY CHLAPOWSKI ~
by Lt-Colonel Dezydery Chlapowski & Tim Simmons (Translator)
The experiences of a Polish soldier in the Napoleonic wars. He
served in the trenches at the siege of Danzig and was an aid to
Napoleon during operations in Spain and the 1809 Danube
campaign. He also served in the Russian campaign and with the
French cavalry in the 1813 campaign.
The English Civil Wars & Jacobite Rebellion
QF-1016 ~ CAVALIERS ~
by John Barratt
The Cavaliers were dashing heroes of the English Civil War on
the Royalist side. Recognisable by their resplendant and
flamboyant dress they made up in tenacity what they lacked in
training, armour, weapons and leadership. This is a
comprehensive history of the Royalist armies and their role in the
Civil War for over a quarter of a century. The first part of the
book analyses the organisation, recruitment, training, arms
equipment, tactics and performance of the Royalist armies. The
second part looks at some of major the engagements of the Civil
War.
2000, Sutton Publishing, 0750920270,<35115-01-A-02> 244pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1017 ~ GOING TO THE WARS ~
by Charles Carlton
The English Civil War and its impact on those who went off to
fight in it. Thousands of young men fought in the wars and
coming from a relatively peaceful society, none were prepared for
the military discipline, emotional strain or the violence of
combat. Initial enthusiasm turned to disillusion with life on
campaign and the experience of battle.
1992, Routledge, Keegan & Paul, 0415032822,<13851-02-A-02>
368pp, 22 illustrations, g/vg in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1018 ~ GLENCOE ~
by John Prebble
The massacre of the Macdonalds by the Campbells in the reign of
William III and the reasons behind the operation which was
considered a necessary "act of genocide". Looks at the raids and
depredations inflicted on the Lowlands by the Highlanders.
1968, Secker & Warburg, <26840-02-A-01> 336pp, illustrations,
maps, Good in worn dustwrapper,
£9.00
Napoleonics
QF-1019 ~ ALISON'S ATLAS OF THE WARS IN EUROPE
1792-1815 ~ by Sir Archibald Alison
A facsimile reprint of the 1875 edition of this invaluable reference
tool on The French and Napoleonic wars. The opening 16 page
text section includes a concise vocabulary of military and marine
terms. This is followed by 108 pages of maps in chronological
order, commencing with Paris at the outbreak of the French
Revolution in 1789 and ending with the Battles of Waterloo and
Wavre in June, 1815.
1994, Worley Publishers, 1869804368,<22029-01-B-01> Large
format, 16pp, + 108 maps and battle plans, g in d/w,
£40.00
QF-1020 ~ THE TERROR: CIVIL WAR IN
THE FRENCH REVOLUTION ~ by David Andress
The ten years of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1799 was a
period of political and social upheaval in the political history of
France during the absolute monarchy with feudal privileges for
the aristocracy, underwent radical change. These changes fuelled
by famine and starvation amongst the peasants and resentment
by the mercantile and commercial classes towards those who
taxed them, the aristocracy and the church, were accompanied
by violent turmoil, including executions and repression during
the Reign of Terror.
2005, Little Brown & Co, 0316861812,<35079-01-B-01> 437pp.
illustrations, dust jacket creased at top of spine ow very good, £9.00
3
1992, Emperor's Headquarters, 0962665533,<14117-01-B-01>
158pp, 83 illustrations, 2 maps, larger format, Very good with
small tear on d/w,
£20.00
QF-1028 ~ COUNTERPOINT TO TRAFALGAR ~
by William Henry Flayhart III
The account of the 1805-6 joint Anglo-Russian military force that
made a chaotic attempt to invade Naples. This almost unknown
but important campaign during the Napoleonic war prevented
the conquest of the Mediterranean by Napoleon during the War
of the Third Coalition.
1992, University S Carolina Pr, 0872498247,<12800-01-B-01> xii
+198pp, illustrations, drawings, maps, tables, bibliography, index,
Near fine in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1029 ~ WATERS OF OBLIVION ~
by Ian Fletcher
An account of one of the more unusual operations in the
Napoleonic Wars. During the colonial era the Río de la Plata was
largely neglected by the Spanish Empire until the 1760s, when
Portugal and Britain threatened to expand into the estuary. The
Spanish Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata was created in 1776. In
1806 and 1807 the river was the scene of an important British
invasion that aimed to occupy the area.
1991, Spellmount, 0946771693,<9211-01-B-01> 172pp,
illustrations, 12 maps, Dustwrapper rubbed. Page edges browning.
Unread,
£9.00
QF-1030 ~ THE GREEN SQUARE: H.M. 27th (INNISKILLING)
REGIMENT OF FOOT AT WATERLOO ~ by M D Fox
The 27th (Inniskilling) Regiment of Foot at Waterloo, brigaded
with the 4th and 81st Regiments of Foot in Lambert's 10th
Brigade in the 6th Division which, with the 5th Division, was
under Wellington's personal control as his reserve force. Of the
747 officers and men who were with the Regiment at the start of
the battle 493 were killed or wounded, only two other battalions
in the British Army sustained comparable losses. Signed by the
author.
1990, Private Publication, <9090-01-B-01> v + 87pp, illustrations, 4
maps, Very good. green boards, gilt title,
£80.00
QF-1031 ~ HISTORY OF THE WAR IN THE PENINSULA
UNDER NAPOLEON ~ by General Maximilien Foy
Facsimile reprint limited to 250 copies of Foy's History of the
Peninsular war, translated form the french. Born in 1775 Foy
saw extensive service with the French Army in many theatres
including the Peninsular War where he fought in numerous
battles, was wounded at Vimero. He was raised to general of
brigade in 1808 by Napoleon. Unique and scarce set. 2 volumes
with a map volume. This edition is limited to 250 sets.
1989, Worley Publishers, (r.i. 1829), 1869804139,<2909-01-B-01> 2
text volumes, 452 & 656pp, Atlas volume 8pp, A few edgemarks
from shelfwear but potentially unread,
£200.00
QF-1032 ~ FONTENOY: FRANCE DOMINATING EUROPE ~
by Denis Gandilhon
In May 1745, after a brief start to the campaign, the French
Army under the Maréchal de Saxe laid siege to Tournai in
Flanders. The Anglo-Dutch army under the command of the
Duke of Cumberland, came to the aid of the beseiged town and
fought on unfavourable terrain with, as a result, one of the
greatest victories for the French Army. This book, which will be
an invaluable aid to wargamers, is packed with colour
illustrations, maps and 3D battlefield graphics including pages of
uniforms, flags and standards.
2009, Histoire & Collections, Men and Battles, 9782352500575,
<36389-01-B-01> 80pp, numerous colour & b/w illustrations, maps
& graphics, New, CARD
£14.99
QF-1033 ~ JOURNAL OF AN OFFICER
IN PORTUGAL AND SPAIN ~ by Peter Hawker
This edition was limited to 225 copies of which this is Number
216. Published by Lionel Leventhal Ltd, this is a facsimile reprint
of an 1810 publication originally titled 'Journal of a Regimental
Officer during the recent campaign in Portugal and Spain under
Lord Viscount Wellington with a correct plan of the Battle of
Talavera'.
1981, Ken Trotman, 0853684073,<1179-01-B-01> 137pp. Fold-out
map, Fine in protected grey boards with red spine,
£70.00
QF-1034 ~ NAPOLEON: HIS WIVES AND WOMEN ~
by Christopher Hibbert
An authoritative account of Napoleon’s private life. The author
describes Napoleon's character, interests and tastes, his
friendships, enmities and love affairs. He covers in detail his
relations with the members of his family and the impressions he
made on his contemporaries away from the council chamber and
the battlefield. This study covers his personal life at war, in exile
and as emperor in peacetime and the mystery surrounding his
death. In short, the man behind the soldier, statesman and legend
are revealed.
2002, Ted Smart, 0007669739,<36306-01-B-01>381pp, illustrations,
Very good in edgecreased d/w,
£10.00
QF-1035 ~ MARSHAL NEY: THE ROMANCE
AND THE REAL ~ by Raymond Horricks
The life of Napoleon's controversial marshal, from his first
service in the Revolutionary Armies, his campaigns with the
Emperor, service in the Peninsula, Russia, and the battles in
Germany and France, his service under Louis, the Waterloo
campaign and his execution.
1982, Midas Books, 0882546554,<2047-03-B-01> 283pp,
illustrations, index, slight tanning of pages throughout, otherwise
good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1036 ~ A NEAR RUN THING ~
by David Howarth
David Howarth's outstanding account of the battle of Waterloo in
1815. The first shots were fired at about eleven-thirty on a
Sunday morning in June, 1815 and by nine o'clock that night,
forty thousand men lay dead or wounded, and Napoleon had
abandoned not only his army, but all hope of recovering his
empire. From the recollections of the men who were there,
esteemed author David Howarth has recreated the battle as it
appeared to them on the day it was fought.
1968, Collins, 1st edition, ,<29840-01-B-01> x + 239pp, col & b/w
illustrations, map, index, vg in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1037 ~ THE ART OF WAR ~
by General Baron de Jomini
De Jomini was a senior French General during the Napoleonic
Wars. At one time he was Chief of Staff to Marshal Ney. This
study of warfare is based on his experiences and includes many
examples from the Napoleon's campaigns and battles.
1971, Greenwood Publications, 0837150140,<9558-03-B-01> 410pp,
maps, diagrams, Slight bump on bottom corners. very good in blue
boards,
£12.00
XN-2683 ~ ONCE THERE WERE TITANS ~ by Kevin F Kiley
Napoleon's Generals and Their Battles. During the period 180015 Napoleon arguably had the greatest collection of military
talent to ever serve one man. The role of the Marshals of the
Empire has been covered many times however for the first time,
Kevin Kiley examines in depth the contribution of the generals
who never made that rank. Fifty-two general officers are
featured using the battles they fought to illustrate just how
valuable they were. From Marengo in 1800 to Ligny in 1815,
French victories and defeats are studied in meticulous detail.
2007, Greenhill Books, 9781853677106,<36274-01-B-01> 336pp,
illustrations, New in d/w,
£27.50
QF-1038 ~ ROUGH SKETCHES OF
THE LIFE OF AN OLD SOLDIER. ~ by Colonel J Leach
Facsimile reprint of 1831 edition. Number 131 of a limited edition
of 300 copies. Leach saw active service in the West Indies,
Copenhagen 1807, in the Peninsula 1808-14, France 1814 and the
Waterloo campaign of 1815, much of it with the Light Division.
1988, Ken Trotman, 0946879168,<2304-01-B-01> 412pp. Very good
in green boards,
£70.00
QF-1039 ~ BORODINO : ILLUSTRATED POEM ~
by Mikhail Lermontov
Russian text, with separate printed English translation. A poem
by Russian poet Mikhail Lermontov which describes the Battle of
Borodino, the turning point of the Napoleon's invasion of Russia.
It was first published in 1837 in literary magazine Sovremennik
on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the battle. The poem
4
troops decimated by bubonic plague, Napoleon abandoned the
expedition.
1999, Greenhill Books, 1853673455,<28184-02-B-01> 224pp, 9
maps, 23 illustrations, New,
£14.00
QF-1046 ~ SUVOROV'S SWISS AND ITALIAN
CAMPAIGNS OF 1799 ~ by T Shevyakov. Illustrator V Dzys
Another in the fine series of AST Russian publications, now
available in English. The Italian and Swiss expeditions of 1799
and 1800 were undertaken by the Russian commander,
Alexander Suvorov against French forces in Piedmont and
Switzerland as part of the Italian campaigns of the French
Revolutionary Wars in general, and the War of the Second
Coalition in particular. With eight colour plates showing uniform
details, the book includes details of tactics, orders of battle and
campaign map plus numerous other illustrations, throughout
the book. Some of the colour plates are not bright due to the
quality of the original Russian scans.
2008, Gauntlet International, <35103-01-B-01> A4 format, 50pp,
numerous colour & b/w illustrations, New in thermal bound cover,
CARD
£12.00
QF-1047 ~ BY COMMAND OF THE EMPEROR:
A LIFE OF MARSHAL BERTHIER. ~ by S J Watson
Facsimile of the 1957 edition. Having served with Napoleon since
1796 when he became emperor, Berthier was made a Marshal of
the empire. He took part in the campaigns of Austerlitz, Jena and
Friedland, and was created Duke of Valengin in 1806, Sovereign
Prince of Neuchâtel and Vice-Constable of the Empire in 1807. In
1808 he served in the Peninsular War, and in 1809 in the
Austrian War. He was with Napoleon in Russia in 1812,
Germany in 1813, and France in 1814, fulfilling, until the fall of
the empire,the functions of Major-General of the Grande Armée.
1988, Ken Trotman, 094687946X,<2179-01-B-01> 236pp,
illustrations, very good in marked d/w,
£14.00
QF-1048 ~ WELLINGTON AT WATERLOO ~
by Jac Weller
Long considered one of the best accounts of the famous battle,
every move and counter-move in this sweeping campaign is
recounted, from Napoleon's dramatic offensive and the opening
battles of Ligny and Quatre Bras to the hard pounding at
Waterloo itself. A masterful battlefield guide to the complete
campaign
1992, Greenhill Books, 1853671096,<27701-02-B-01> xiv + 264pp,
illustrations, maps, Used. fair. d/w/ faded and rubbed.Marks on
endpapers,
£10.00
which starts with the line "Tell me, uncle...", is thought to be
based on the narrations of one of the author's relatives several of
whom were veterans of the Patriotic War of 1812. Includes two
pages of portraits.
2000, 5080039078,<35090-01-B-01> 16pp. illustrations, A5 size.
paper covers. very good, Russiantext, CARD
£7.00
QF-1040 ~ WELLINGTON AND NAPOLEON ~
by Robin Neillands
A study of the two leading field commanders of the Napoleonic
and French Revolutionary war period. In 1807 Wellington was a
junior General and Napoleon was at the height of his power. By
1815 their careers had gradually converged and they finally
confronted each other on the Battlefield of Waterloo.
1994, John Murray, 071955151X,<18992-01-B-01> 264pp, 23
illustrations, 10 maps, bibliography, index, vg in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1041 ~ THE WATERLOO CAMPAIGN - JUNE 1815 ~
by Albert A Nofi
A study on the climactic battle of the Napoleonic Wars. The
author looks at the failure of Napoleon to appreciate the
generalship and abilities of Wellington. The book includes a
detailed study of Napoleon's Army and the major commanders,
detailed order of battle and data on strengths of the opposing
forces.
illustrations, 16 maps, Order of Battle, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£14.00
QF-1042 ~ NAPOLEON AND TALLEYRAND ~
by Barbara Norman
A comprehensive account of the final two weeks of the 1814
campaign and the fall of Napoleon. It was Talleyrand who helped
put Napoleon on the throne of France and who called him the
most remarkable genius to appear in hundreds of years.
Napoleon lost his Empire in April 1814, whilst Talleyrand went
from despised official to the most powerful man in Europe after
opening the gates of Paris to the Russian Army.
1977, Severn House Publish, 0727803131,<4911-01-B-01> 299pp,
maps, appendix, notes, bibliography, index, Good in rubbed and
edge-worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1043 ~ THE NAPOLEON OPTIONS:
ALTERNATE DECISIONS OF THE NAPOLEONIC WARS
Edited byJonathan North
Ten leading authors, including Haythornthwaite, Uffindell, and
Elting, examine the great "maybes" of the Napoleonic and
Revolutionary Wars. The authors look at the pivotal points of
those wars, give them a historical twist and explore in detail the
alternate sequence of historical events, illustrating how alternate
events might have shaped a radically different world.
maps, 30 illustrations, vg in rubbed d/w,
£12.00
QF-1044 ~ THE FRENCH CAMPAIGN
IN PORTUGAL 1810-1811 ~
by Jean Jacques Pelet. Editor/Translator Donald D Horward
An eyewitness account by the Aide de Campe to Marshal Andre
Massena, of the French Campaign in Portugal during the
Peninsular War. The editor has supplemented the translated
account with references to private archival documents. There
have been many accounts of this campaign from the British
perspective but the French, suffering the deprivations of an
exhausted and abandoned country, left few accounts of their
heroic but disastrous defeat.
1973, University of Minnesota , 0816606587,<35236-01-B-01>
568pp map illustrations, Previous owner name on endpaper.
Dustjacket rubbed. Good,
£42.00
QF-1045 ~ NAPOLEON IN THE HOLY LAND ~
by Nathan Schur
A detailed account of Napoleon's ten-week campaign in Palestine
and Syria in 1799, with eyewitness accounts by participants on all
sides. Napoleon launched his offensive from his base in Egypt,
captured Gaza and stormed Jaffa, resulting in a massacre of the
defenders. His troops were halted by Ottoman and British forces
at Acre, and a protracted and bloody siege resulted. With his
Colonial & Other Wars
QF-1049 ~ NARRATIVE OF THE FIELD OPERATIONS
CONNECTED WITH THE ZULU WAR OF 1879 ~
The definitive account of the Zulu Wars from the British
standpoint. The narrative fully recounts through Military
Intelligence sources, the conduct and background of the
campaign in terms of military actions and political events. Of
particular importance are the detailed accounts of the battles of
Islandhlwana and Rorke's Drift, the first of which was the worst
defeat inflicted on a British force by a native army, whose
consequences would lead to the downfall of Disraeli's
government. The second resulted in the award of eleven Victoria
Crosses, the most ever gained in a single action.
2005, Naval & Military Press, 9781845742508,<5133-01-C-01>
174pp tables and maps, New in card covers, CARD
£18.00
QF-1050 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 28: WOLSELEY
AND ASHANTI ~ Edited by Ian F W Beckett
The War Journal and correspondence of Major General Sir
Garnett Wolseley. The Ashanti War of 1873-74 in West Africa
was seen as a model campaign. It was won at modest cost in
expenditure and lives and marked a new phase in British policy
Being widely reported, it made a household name of Wolesley,
Gilbert and Sullivans's very model of a modern Major General.
2009, The History Press, 9780752451800,<26460-01-C-01> 548pp,
Tear on spine of d/w ow very good,
£18.00
5
Concentration; Strategical Deployment 18th-21st October;
Battles of 22nd-23rd October; Battle of Lule Burgas; Notes and
Comments. A collectible, contemporary volume.
1913, Hugh Rees, <24858-01-C-01> 163pp. fold-out maps, Slight
fading on cover and spine but very good for age,
£30.00
QF-1058 ~ NAVAL BRIGADES IN THE SOUTH
AFRICAN WAR 1899-1900 ~ by T T Jeans
The part played by the Royal Navy in the Boer War has been
overlooked among all the land based operations. This is a
comprehensive account of operations involving naval and marine
units. Appendices include casualty details, names of officers and
details of honours and awards, including mention in despatches.
Naval guns enabled the army to cope on equal terms with the
Boer artillery and Royal Marines supplemented army units at
Ladysmith. At Cape Colony a Brigade joined Lord Methuen’s
Kimberley relief force and took part in the battle of Belmont on
23 November, 1899.
2002, Naval & Military Press, 1843420945,<12449-01-C-01> xx +
307pp, 12 b/w illustrations, and five maps, New, CARD
£12.95
QF-1059 ~ EAST CENTRAL EUROPEAN SOCIETY
AND THE BALKAN WARS ~
Edited by by Bela K Kiraly and Dimitrije Djordjevic
War and Society in East Central Europe Volume XVIII. A
collection of over 20 Papers and other documents, describing the
armed forces and military operations, society, diplomacy and
economy during the era of the Balkan wars.
1987, Social Science Monographs, 0880330996,<36290-01-C-01>
434pp. Maps, Very good. Blue boards no d/w,
£30.00
QF-1060 ~ WITH MUSKET & TOMAHAWK:
THE SARATOGA CAMAPIGN AND THE
WILDERNESS WAR OF 1777 ~ by Michael O Logusz
A vivid account of the American and British struggle in the
northeast during the Revolutionary War. The author describes
how the newly organized Northern Army defeated England's
onslaught of 1777. The three-pronged thrust was meant to
separate New England from the rest of the nation along the line
of the Hudson River, yet Britain's campaign resulted in disaster
when General John Burgoyne, with 6,000 soldiers, surrendered
his army at Saratoga in October 1777.
2010, Casemate, 9781935149002,<36355-01-C-01> 418pp,
illustrations, maps, Near fine in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1061 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 20: AMHERST AND
THE CONQUEST OF CANADA ~ by Richard Middleton
The documents in this volume show how Amherst, in conjunction
with William Pitt, helped seal the fate of the French Empire in
North America, reversing the tide of disaster which greeted the
British Army at the start of the Seven years War in America.
They reveal that the key to his success was his meticulous care
and attention to detail without which no army could have
marched successfully through the American Wilderness and
arrive in a condition to fight.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 0750931426,<20569-01-C-01> 309pp
endpaper map, Very good in like d/w,
£20.00
QF-1062 ~ THE BRITISH CONQUEST AND
DOMINION OF INDIA ~ by Sir Penderel Moon
A comprehensive history of the two centuries of British
involvement in India from the Battle of Plassey to independence
and the partition of India and Pakistan. Part one deals with the
conquests of the East India Company, the haphazard nature of
the growth of British rule and the general ineffectiveness of the
Home authorities. Part two describes the 89 years during which
India was ruled directly from Whitehall.
1989, Duckworth & Co, 0253338360,<36374-01-C-01> 1187pp.
maps, Very good in edgeworn d/w,
£50.00
QF-1063 ~ TIDES OF WAR ~
by Ronald Pearsall
Fiction. A saga of military life at the introduction of the Cardwell
reforms. It recounts the life of a British Soldier in a County
Regiment in the 19th Century, fighting in the Ashanti, SpanishAmerican, and Boer Wars. A First edition of an unusual title.
1978, Michael Joseph, 071811602X,<21576-01-C-01> 372pp, vg in
d/w,
£9.00
QF-1051 ~ THE AMERICANS:
THE COLONIAL EXPERIENCE ~ by Daniel J Boorstin
Part one of a very readable trilogy, this volumes looks at the
early history of America from the arrival of the Pilgrim fathers
and other communities from Europe, and how the European
ideal evolved into the American Way of life.
1988, Cardinal Publishing, 0747401144,<35193-01-C-01> 434pp,
Well used with creased covers but clean and unmarked, CARD £5.00
QF-1052 ~ THE RIVER COLUMN ~
by Major-General Henry Brackenbury
A reprint of the contemporary record of one of operations in the
expedition to rescue Gordon in Khartoumn. Written by the
commander of the British and Imperial forces who attempted to
advance down the Nile
1993, Battery Press, 0898391849,<17729-01-C-01> 291pp, 3 maps
inc one in back pocket, Very good in red boards,
£16.00
QF-1053 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 23: MILITARY
MISCELLANY II ~ Edited by David Chandler et al
Looks at the experience of soldiering from the front Line across
the ages. The book includes the diaries and correspondence of 3
soldiers, recounting their involvement in Marlborough's Wars,
the American war of Independence and the Boer War.
2005, Sutton Publishing, 0750940883,<36373-01-C-01> 271pp map,
Near fine in like d/w,
£16.00
QF-1054 ~ VICEROY'S AGENT ~
by Charles Chenevix Trench
The author's recollections of the Indian Political service from
1919 to 1947. They are taken from records of the India office,
letters and diaries of fellow 'Politicals', and memories of his own
and his father's service.
1987, Jonathan Cape, 0224024787,<36315-01-C-01> 371pp. maps,
photographs, Good. Slight browning on page edges and creasing on
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1055 ~ SOUTH AFRICA AND THE TRANSVAAL WAR:
6 VOLUMES IN 3 ~ by Louis Creswicke
A contemporary history of the Boer War with accounts of the
military operations and battles. Burgundy, half leather, raised
bands on the spine, gilt titles, original end papers, the edge of the
spine of Volume I is scraped and there are two chips out of the
leather on the spine - one narrow and across the other a 1-inch
square, all the page edges are gilt, some occasional light foxing,
internally sound. Overall a handsome set and, apart from the
damaged spine to Volume I, in very good condition.
1900, T C & E C Jack, <30155-01-C-01> 6 volumes in 3, 48 colour
plates with numerous other illustrations, & maps,
£85.00
XN-2684 ~ RECOLLECTIONS OF LIFE ON THE PRISON
SHIP JERSEY ~ by Thomas Dring. Editor David Swain
In 1824, sixty five year old Thomas Dring retired in his native
state of Rhode Island. In 1782, forty-two years before, during the
American Revolutionary War, he had been captured by the
British and sentenced to the infamous prison ship Jersey, a
demasted hulk anchored in the East River off New York City. It
is estimated that more than 11,000 men perished on the British
prison ships over the course of the war, and their bones regularly
washed up on the shore long after hostilities ceased. Dring
survived to tell the tale.
2011, Pen & Sword, 9781594161223,<36283-01-C-01> 224pp, New
in d/w,
£19.99
QF-1056 ~ ALL THE PASHA'S MEN ~
by Khaled Fahmy
Mehmed Ali Pasha has been viewed as the founder of modern
Egypt, however Fahmy offers a new interpretation of his role in
the rise of Egyptian nationalism. He demonstrates how Ali
developed the Egyptian economy and built up the army, not as a
means of gaining independence from the Ottoman empire, but to
further his own ambitions for hereditary rule over the province.
Focusing on the army the book analyses nation-building and state
power in early nineteenth-century Egypt.
2002, American Univ. in Cairo, 9774246969,<31928-02-C-01>
334pp, illustrations, New in card cover, CARD
£25.00
QF-1057 ~ CAMPAIGN IN THRACE 1912 ~ by Major P Howell
The text of six lectures on the Thrace Campaign. The topics
covered are: Preparations and Plans; Mobilization and
6
QF-1070 ~ BENGAL LANCER ~
by Francis Yeats-Brown
Reading copy only. Some pages very foxed. The author's classic
account of his experiences with the Indian Army from 1905 until
after the Great War.
1930, Gollancz, <20780-02-C-01> 288pp, black cloth rubbed, pages
browning,
£6.00
QF-1064 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 16: SIR HUGH ROSE
AND THE CENTRAL INDIA CAMPAIGN 1858 ~
Edited by Brian Robson
Little has been written of the vital campaign in central India in
1858 which effectively broke the back of the insurrection. The
editor, using original documents such as letters telegrams, diaries
and operational orders, has set out to fill this gap in our
knowledge of the Indian Mutiny.
2000, Sutton Publishing, 0750925418,<36284-01-C-01> 323pp. map,
bibliography, very good in like d/w,
£24.00
QF-1065 ~ BELGIE ONDER DE WAPENS SPECIAAL NR.1:
FORT NAPOLEON ~ by Frank Ryon and Freddy Hubrechtsen
Flemish text. Published to coincide with the re-opening of the
Fortifications to the public, the book describes Fort Napoleon
situated in the Ostende area. A staging post for Napoleon's
anticipated invasion of England. Illustrated by drawings, plans
and colour photographs.
2000, Uitgeverij De Krijger, 9058680142,<36293-01-C-01> 199pp.
plans, illustrations, photgraphs, very good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1066 ~ VICTORIA'S VICTORIES ~
by Peter C Smith
An account of seven Battles fought by the British Army between
1849 and 1884. These are Goojrat, Alma, Taku, Magdala, Ulundi,
Tel-El-Kebir and, finally, Tamaii, one of the last occasions on
which the British square was employed. With a Foreword by
David Chandler.
1987, Spellmount, 0946771170,<2942-01-C-01> 200pp, 10 col
and100 b/w illustrations, maps, bibliography, index, near fine in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1067 ~ THE HORSE SOLDIER 1776-1943:
VOLUME III: 1881-1916 ~ by Randy Steffen
A study of the United States Cavalryman. The author looks at his
Arms, equipment, uniforms and accoutrements during the Indian
Wars, the Spanish American War, and the lead up to the Great
War.
1984, Univ. of Oklahoma Press, 0806114517,<30195-01-C-01> xii +
268pp, 2 colour plates, numerous line drawings, large format, vg in
rubbed d/w,
£33.00
QF-1068 ~ COLONIALS IN SOUTH AFRICA 1899-1902. ~
by John Stirling
"Being the services of the various Irregular Corps raised in
South Africa, together with the contingents from Australia,
Canada, New Zealand, India & Ceylon." Also details of those
mentioned in dispatches and related honours and awards. Some
140 such units served and the book provides details of their
activities
1990, J. B. Hayward, (r.i. 1907 edit.), 0903754444,<1570-01-C-01>
508pp, Near fine with very good d/w,
£36.00
QF-1069 ~ LORD ROBERTS AND THE WAR IN SOUTH
AFRICA 1899-1902 ~ Edited byAndre Wessels
Army Records Society 17. The conduct of the Boer War and the
character and methods of one of its most famous generals. The
book is largely made up of mostly hitherto unpublished letters
written by or to Roberts, and a number of other relevant
documents.
2000, Sutton Publishing, 0750925558,<29870-01-C-01> 368pp, Mint
in like d/w,
£20.00
XN-2685 ~ DUBLIN 1916: THE SIEGE OF THE GPO ~
by Clair Wills
Focus of the 1916 Rising, Dublin’s General Post Office is the most
famous building in Ireland. This book tells the story of the events
in and around the GPO in Easter Week, using eye-witness
accounts, diaries and newspaper reports. It was taken over by the
Irish Volunteers on Easter Monday, 1916, and held for nearly a
week. The rebels finally surrendered the GPO to the Crown
forces after heavy gun bombardment, and the ensuing
conflagration reduced the building to an empty shell and
destroyed much of the centre of the city.
2010, Profile Books, 9781846680533,<36288-01-C-01> 224pp,
£15.99
The American Civil War
QF-1071 ~ WAR CORRESPONDENTS:
THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR ~ by Dr. Ian F W Beckett
A selection of contemporary reports on the Civil War. With a
comprehensive introduction by Dr Beckett, the reports
themselves are linked by a commentary that places them in
context.
1993, Sutton Publishing, 075090044X,<16395-01-C-02> 198pp, 64
photos, bibliography, index, fine in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1072 ~ HURRAH FOR THE ARTILLERY ~
by James P Brady
The story of Knapps Independent Battery "E" of the
Pennsylvania Light Artillery in the American Civil War. A
fascinating, contemporary account.
1992, Thomas Publications, 093963144X,<14958-01-C-02> 456pp,
illustrations, maps, bibliography, index, pictorial boards, slight
storage wear, ow vg,
£12.00
QF-1073 ~ CIVIL WAR BOOKS: A PRICED CHECKLIST
WITH ADVICE ~ by Tom Broadfoot et al
Third Edition. A Bibliography of general books published up to
the 1980s with a calculated value of $25 or more in author order
with a second section of Confederate Imprints.
1992, Broadfoot Publishing Co, 091610785X,<12819-01-C-02>,
Very good in grey boards with red spine,
£20.00
QF-1074 ~ FOUR YEARS IN THE SADDLE: HISTORY OF
THE FIRST REGIMENT OHIO VOLUNTEER CAVALRY ~
by William L Curry
Formed in 1861, the unit fought at Shiloh, Perryville, Stone
River, and Chattanooga. They took part in Wheeler's Raid,
Missionary Ridge and Knoxville, Atlanta and Nashville
campaigns, Wilson's Raid, plus other actions. This account was
compiled from diaries and personal accounts. The Regiment
fought in fifty one Battles. This is a facsimile reprint of the
original 1898 edition.
1984, Freedom Hill Press, <3656-01-C-02> 462pp, 75 illustrations,
4 maps, Regimental Roster & Losses, near fine,
£30.00
QF-1075 ~ JEB STUART: THE LAST CAVALIER ~
by Burke Davis
The life of American Civil War General, James Ewell Brown
"Jeb" Stuart, one of the heroes of the Confederate Army. Stuart
was a commander known for his mastery of reconnaissance and
the use of cavalry in support of offensive operations. He
cultivated a cavalier image with red-lined gray cape, yellow sash,
hat cocked to the side with a peacock feather, and a red flower in
his lapel, his serious work made him the eyes and ears of Robert
E. Lee's army and inspired Southern morale.
1988, Wings Books, 0517185970,<7559-01-C-02> 462pp, 19
illustrations, 7 maps, bibliography, index, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1076 ~ BROTHERS IN ARMS: THE LIVES AND
EXPERIENCES OF MEN WHO FOUGHT IN
THE CIVIL WAR ~ by William C Davis
A compendium of information on the American Civil War, with
chapters on Life in the Camp, Naval Conflict, Prisoners of War,
Leaders and the Led. With numerous illustrations, detailing
the soldiery, their equipment and accoutrements.
1995, Salamander Books, <24291-01-C-02> 143pp, 400 col & b/w
illustrations, large format, d/w has small tear, ow vg,
£10.00
QF-1077 ~ I RODE WITH STONEWALL ~
by Henry Kyd Douglas
The war experiences of the youngest member of Jackson's staff
from the John Brown Raid to the hanging of Mrs Surratt.
7
Compiled from the orginal manuscripts, diaries and letters of
Henry Kyd Douglas by his nephew John Kyd Neckenbaugh.
1945, Putnam, <32823-01-C-02> 384pp. 12 illustrations, map,
Green boards slightly faded, no dw. text clean and unmarked, £8.00
QF-1078 ~ LEE'S LAST CAMPAIGN ~
by Clifford Dowdey
An account of General Robert E. Lee's last campaign with the
Army of Northern Virginia from early May to mid-June, 1864.
Lee improvised strategy wtih a brilliance that cannot reduce the
hopelessness of the situation. With the remnants of a once great
army he was caught between the overwhelming might of the
Union forces and the crippling restrictions of his own
government.
1993, University Nebraska Press, 0803265956,<16281-01-C-02>
415pp, maps, bibliographic essay, index, storage wear only, vg,
CARD
£12.00
QF-1079 ~ THE CAMPAIGN AND BATTLE
OF GETTYSBURG ~ by Colonel G J Fiebeger
Originally a study written especially for use at the West Point
Military Academy, this book includes extracts from the
contemporary reports by the commanders. The Battle of
Gettysburg (July 1 – July 3, 1863) was the battle with the largest
number of casualties in the American Civil War and is frequently
cited as the war's turning point. Union Major General George
Gordon Meade's Army of the Potomac defeated attacks by
Confederate General Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia,
ending Lee's invasion of the North.
1984, Bloodstone Press, re-issue of 1915 original, 0961760109,
<10036-01-C-02> ii + 116pp, 14 maps numerous tables, storage
wear, good in card covers, CARD
£20.00
QF-1080 ~ FROM FORT HENRY TO CORINTH ~
by Major-General M F Force
The author rose from Major to Major-General during the
American Civil War and received the Medal of Honor for his
courage during the battle for Atlanta. This is an account of his
campaigns. He took painstaking care to locate every unit in its
place on the various battlefields.
1989, Broadfoot Publishing Co, 0916107558,<12810-01-C-02> xiv +
204pp, 8 maps, index, blue boards embossed, gilt, near fine, £15.00
QF-1081 ~ CIVIL WAR REMINISCENCES ~
by Major Silas T Grisamore
Major Grismore enlisted in the Louisiana Lafrouche Creoles later the 18th Louisiana Infantry Regiment. He served as
Quartermaster for the Regiment, and later, Mouton's Division.
He provides a unique view of some aspects of the Civil War not
found in other sources, such as on the Battles of Labadieville,
Bisland and Shiloh and also includes information on enlistments,
discharges, illness and battle casualties.
1993, Louisiana State Univ.Pr, 0807118176,<17210-01-C-02> xviii
+ 227pp, 7 illustrations, 5 maps, bibliography, index, near fine in
rubbed d/w, £12.00
QF-1082 ~ ROBERT E LEE ~ by Ian Hogg
The life of the outstanding Confederate General. Robert Edward
Lee (January 19, 1807 – October 12, 1870) was a career United
States Army officer, an engineer, and among the most celebrated
generals in American history. An illustrated biography in the
Great American Generals series.
1990, Bison Books, 0861246519,<10086-01-C-02> 80pp, 19 col &
73 b/w illustrations, 4 maps, Large Format, vg in a rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1083 ~ STORMY BEN BUTLER ~
by Robert S Holzman
Benjamin F. Butler was an American lawyer and politician who
represented Massachusetts and later served as governor. During
the American Civil War his administration of occupied New
Orleans, his policies regarding slaves as "contrabands", his
ineffectual leadership in the Bermuda Hundred Campaign, and
the fiasco of Fort Fisher rank him as one of the most
controversial "political generals" of the war. He was widely
reviled for years after the war by Southern whites, who gave him
the nickname "Beast Butler".
1961, Collier Books, <15807-01-C-02> 280pp, Mass market
paperback. Covers rubbed ow good, unread, CARD
£5.00
QF-1084 ~ BATTLES OF THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR ~
by Curt Johnson and Mark McLaughlin
Includes accounts of the First Bull Run, Shiloh, Gaine's Mill,
Antietam,
Chancellorsville,
Gettysburg,
Chickamauga,
Spotsylvania, Atlanta, Mobile, Nashville, and Petersburg.
1978, Book Club Associates, <17068-02-C-02> 160pp, col & b/w
illustrations, maps, orders of battle, diagrams, Large format, vg in
d/w. may have inscription,
£12.00
QF-1085 ~ SHERMAN: FIGHTING PROPHET ~
by L Lewis
An outstanding account of the life of William Tecumseh
Sherman. He served as a general in the Union Army during the
American Civil War (1861–65), for which he received recognition
for his outstanding command of military strategy and criticism
for the harshness of the "scorched earth" policies that he
implemented in conducting total war against the Confederate
States.
1993, Konecky & Konecky, re-print of 1932 original, 0914427784,
<30201-01-C-02> 690pp, bibliography, index, Storage wear only, vg
in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1086 ~ DEAR BELLE ~
by Tully McCrea
The experiences of a Union Artillery officer, from his days at
West Point before the American Civil War, to 1865. He
commanded artillery units in the Army of the Potomac at
Antietam, Chancellorsville and faced Pickett's charge at
Gettysburg.
1965, Wesleyan University Press, 1st edition, ,<13330-01-C-02>
xviii + 256pp, 2 plates, index, Good in a rubbed, spine faded and
edge-worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1087 ~ GETTYSBURG ~
by James M McPherson and Mort Kunstler
The author joined with a celebrated Civil War artist, Mort
Kunstler, to produce a stunning visual account of the climactic
American Civil War battle.
1993, Turner Publishing, 1878685791,<18685-01-C-02> 128pp, 51
colour plates, numerous colour illustrations, & maps, square
format, near fine in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1088 ~ THE GENERAL WHO MARCHED TO HELL ~
by Earl S Miers
A study of General William Tecumseh Sherman's campaigns and
battles through the heartland of the South during the American
Civil War.
1990, Dorset Press NY, 0880294833,<1488-01-C-02> xxiii + 349pp
+ xvii indexpp, 3 maps, near fine in a rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1089 ~ THOMAS J 'STONEWALL' JACKSON ~
by Bronwyn Mills
A well illustrated biography in the 'Great American Generals
series' of the outstanding Confederate General in the American
Civil War. Thomas Jonathan "Stonewall" Jackson (January 21,
1824 – May 10, 1863). Probably the most revered Confederate
commander after General Robert E. Lee, his military career
includes such famous exploits as the audacious Valley Campaign
of 1862 and as a corps commander in the Army of Northern
Virginia under Robert E. Lee.
1990, Bison Books, 0861246543,<10087-01-C-02> 80pp, 14 col and
78 b/w illustrations, maps, Large Format, vg in d/w, £10.00
QF-1090 ~ 35 DAYS TO GETTYSBURG ~
by Mark Nesbitt
The Campaign Diaries of Two American Enemies. The
experiences of two soldiers of the American Civil War, one a
Confederate and one a Federal. It is based on their contemporary
diaries of the Gettysburg campaign. At one time they were only a
few yards apart on the battlefield.
1992, Stackpole Publishers, 0811717577,<13813-01-C-02> 208pp,
15 photos, 20 maps, index, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1091 ~ BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BUTLER ~ by Dick Nolan
"The Damnedest Yankee" General Butler led the first troops to
the relief of Washington at the beginning of the American Civil
War. He seized Annapolis, dramatically took Baltimore and
later, first at New Orleans and then at Fortress Monroe, he
raised regiments of black soldiers.
1991, Presidio Press, 0891413936,<9331-01-C-02> 374pp, 12
illustrations, notes, bibliography, index, near fine in d/w,
£12.00
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1992, Konecky & Konecky, 0914427741,<16312-01-C-02> xvi +
512pp, illustrations, maps, index, vg in dw- slight spine faded,
£12.00
QF-1100 ~ COME RETRIBUTION ~
by William A Tidwell
The Confederate Secret Service and the Assassination of Lincoln.
A study, during which the researchers came upon fresh sources,
with a new interpretation and conclusion. "Come Retribution"
were the code words adopted as the key to the Confederate
cipher system.
1988, University of Mississippi Press, 0878053476,<2192-01-C-02>
510pp, illustrations, s, maps, index, near fine in d/w,
£16.00
QF-1101 ~ THE ROAD TO APPOMATTOX ~
by Bell I Wiley
The reasons why the Confederate States were defeated in the
American Civil War. The failure of the military and political
leadership, the rigid attitudes, plus poor judgement of the
North's strengths.
1994, Louisiana State Univ.Pr, 0807119113,<20119-01-C-02>
121pp, 12 illustrations, storage wear only, vg, CARD
£10.00
QF-1092 ~ FIERY TRAIL ~
by Major Thomas Ward Osborn
From the Journals and Letters of the author, Chief of Artillery of
the Union Tennessee Army during the final campaign of
Sherman. Includes the Battle for Atlanta, the march to the sea,
and across the Carolinas. A contemporary eyewitness account of
the famous campaign.
1986, University of Tennessee Press, 0870495003,<3646-01-C-02>
xliv + 239pp, 23 illustrations, 4 maps, references, index, near fine in
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1093 ~ SPY OF THE REBELLION ~
by Allan Pinkerton
"Being a True History of the Spy System of the US Army During
the Late Rebellion, Revealing many Secrets of the War hitherto
not made Public. Compiled From Official Reports prepared for
President Lincoln, General McClelland and the Provost-Marshal
General". Pinkerton, the founder of the renowned Detective
Agency, was the Chief of the US Secret Service. He recounts his
successful thwarting of the attempt to assassinate Lincoln in 1861
and his activities in the Civil War as the Chief of the Secret
Service.
1989, University of Nebraska Press, 0803287224,<1467-01-C-02>
666pp, 20 illustrations, near fine, CARD
£10.00
QF-1094 ~ CAMPAIGNING WITH GRANT ~
by General Horace Porter
Originally published just after the end of the American Civil
War. Porter was a member of Grant's staff and he vividly
describes the campaigns and battles fought by Grant after he
assumed the supreme command of the Union's armies. There are
accounts of the Wilderness Campaign, Cold Harbor, Petersburg
and many more.
1984, Blue and Grey Press, 0914427709,<4069-01-C-02> xiv +
546pp, 27 illustrations, 4 maps, index, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1095 ~ TO THE GATES OF RICHMOND ~
by Stephen W Sears
An account of the grand maneouvre of Union General, George
McClellan to move the Army of the Potomac up the Virginia
Peninsula to take the Confederate capital. But then Robert E Lee
took command of the Confederate forces and changed the course
of the campaign. An unforgettable picture of men in battle from
both the Union and Confederate view points
1994, Houghton Mifflin, 0618127135,<14058-01-C-02> 468pp, 68
illustrations, 15 maps, New, CARD
£12.00
QF-1096 ~ CONFEDERATE ORDER OF BATTLE: VOLUME
1: ARMY OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA ~ by F Ray Sibley,Jr.
The organisation of the The Corps, Divisions, Brigades,
Regiments and Batteries of the Confederate Army during each of
its combat operations. Indices enable the reader to follow the
activities of individual units and officers. With extensive endnotes
and bibliography, this is a substantial reference work.
1996, White Mane Publishing, 0942597737,<20696-01-C-02>
486pp, bibliography, index, large format, very good with slight
edgewear on d/w,
£50.00
QF-1097 ~ SOLDIER SONGS AND HOME-FRONT BALLADS
OF THE CIVIL WAR ~ Edited byIrwin Silber
Forty-eight popular songs, both Union and Confederate, with the
music, of the American Civil War. Introduction by Irwin Silber.
1964, Oak Publications, <25585-01-C-02> 95pp, 53 illustrations,
Paper covers. storage wear only, CARD
£5.00
QF-1098 ~ VOICES OF THE CIVIL WAR:
SECOND MANASSAS ~ by David H Strother
Personal recollections of the soldiers and civilians who
experienced the Second Manassas campaign, one of the major
engagements of the American Civil War. Compiled from letters,
diaries, photgraphs, field sketches and artifacts.
2000, Time Life, 0783547013,<30135-01-C-02> 168pp, numerous
illustrations, inc col, 7 colour maps, index, vg in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1099 ~ JEB STUART ~
by John Thomason
The story of the dashing Confederate Cavalry General in the
American Civil War. He served as Lee's eyes and ears, and his
raids on the Union army made him famous and feared. He was
killed in action in 1864.
The Great War - General
QF-1102 ~ A LAST DIARY OF THE GREAT WARR ~
"By Samuel Pepys Jnr, sometime of Magdalene College in
Cambridge and of His Majesty's Navy Office, Esquire MA." A
humorous account of the Great War from the Summer of 1917 to
December 1918 written in the style of Pepys.
1919, John Lane,The Bodley Head, <14524-01-D-01> xii + 308pp,
col plate, b/w plates, brown boards, cloth at the spine, g/vg, £12.00
QF-1103 ~ THE GERMAN FORCES
IN THE FIELD, NOVEMBER 1918 ~
Maps missing from rear pocket. An Imperial War
Museum/Battery Press, reprint of the British Official History
compiled by the General Staff, War Office (7th Revision, 11th
November, 1918). Provides full details of the deployment of all
Active and Reserve Formations including Independent Divisions
and Brigades, Landwehr, Mobile Ersatz and Landsturm Units in
each Army Corps District plus Naval Corps, Alpine Corps and
Provisional Formations. Loose maps showing distribution of
German Forces on the Western Front on 30 October and 9
November, 1918 are missing.
1995, IWM/Battery Press, 187042395X,<19034-01-D-01> 263pp,
Good,
£15.00
QF-1104 ~ WILLS'S CIGARETTE PICTURE-CARD ALBUM:
ARMY CORPS & DIVISIONAL SIGNS 1914-1918 ~
Player's second series 101-150. Small brown card album with
cards issued by John Player & Son in their packs of cigarettes.
Each page has 5 cards slotted in, so that both the picture on the
front and the description on the reverse can be seen. The Album
has the description of collection written on the front in pen by
previous owner. Commences with 1st Indian Corps through to
the Durham Light Infantry.
c1919, W.D. & H.O. Wills, <14732-01-D-01> , CARD £30.00
QF-1105 ~ HORSEMAN, PASS BY: THE AUSTRALIAN
LIGHT HORSE IN WORLD WAR I ~ by Lindsay Baly
Australia's mounted troops in WWI were a dashing mobile force.
This book describes their spectacular triumphs in their Middle
East campaigns, along with tragedies and super-human
endurance. The book is a chronological account of the static
campaign at Gallipoli and the later mobile campaign in Egypt,
Sinai, Palestine, Lebanon and Syria. The title of the book comes
from the inscription on the grave of Poet, William Butler Yeats.
2004, Spellmount, 1862272557,<36286-01-D-01> 337pp, maps,
illustrations, New in card cover, CARD
£16.99
QF-1106 ~ THE BICKERSTETH DIARIES 1914-1918 ~
Edited byJohn Bickersteth
How a family saw the Great War. The book includes graphic
accounts of trench fighting, life in the army, and the sadness of a
family death.
1996, Leo Cooper, 08505224881,<23775-01-D-01> 332pp, 3
illustrations, notes, end-paper maps, near fine in vg d/w,
£12.00
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QF-1107 ~ THE DRAMA OF 365 DAYS ~
by H Caine
"Scenes from the Great War" including King Edward's visit to
Berlin, pen portraits of The Kaiser and The Archduke
Ferdinand, Christmas in the Trenches, The Luisitania and much
more.
1915, William Heinemann, 2nd impression, ,<5194-01-D-01> 127pp,
portrait, green cloth rubbed at extremities, browning, g,
£10.00
QF-1108 ~ THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918: A BRIEF SKETCH ~
by C.R.L Fletcher
The author started writing six weeks after the Armistice. Official
information was difficult to get and in many people's opinion the
war was not yet over and still in the hands of the politicians.
1920, John Murray, <7046-01-D-01> 199pp maps, prev.owner notes
on 3 pages. Reading copy. no d/w,
£8.00
QF-1109 ~ VOICES OF WAR 1914-1918 ~
by Peter H Liddle
Illustrated with contemporary photos, this is a fascinating study
of life at the front line in the Great War. The book, published in
association with the UK Channel 4 TV documentary, also looks
at mobilisation and training of the Armies, the Home Front, and
various other aspects of the conflict.
1988, Leo Cooper, 085052044X,<8176-01-D-01> 256pp, 250
illustrations, A4 format, vg in rubbed d/w,
£9.00
QF-1110 ~ SOMEWHERE IN FRANCE ~
by A M Nixon
Based on the letters of Sgt Whitelaw of the Australian Army in
WWI. He fought at Gallipoli in 1915, and in France and
Flanders, 1916-1918. Well illustrated with contemporary
photographs, plus extracts from Whitelaw's letters.
1989, Five Mile Press, <2781-01-D-01> 170pp. 200 illustrations,
large format, vg in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1111 ~ HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR:
ORDER OF BATTLE OF DIVISIONS: PART 5B
INDIAN ARMY DIVISIONS ~ by F.W. Perry
The early volumes in this series were compiled in the 1930's but
was never completely concluded. The divisions of the Indian
Army, details of their Brigades, Regiments and orders of battle.
1993, R.A. Westlake, 187116723X,<16712-01-D-01> 180pp, Red
boards slightly faded on front & spine. text very good,
£65.00
QF-1112 ~ A SHORT HISTORY OF THE GREAT WAR ~
by A F Pollard
A concise history of World War I written from the perspective of
the mid 1920s. The next World War was not yet looming over
Europe, even though its seeds were being sown in the Weimar
Republic
1926, Methuen, <24435-01-D-01> vii + 411pp, maps, reading copy,
£10.00
QF-1113 ~ DOCTRINE AND DOGMA:
GERMAN AND BRITISH INFANTRY TACTICS
IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR ~ by Martin Samuels
The foundations on which the German infantry tactics were
based contrasted with the British system. Includes sections on the
training and leadership, development of German Infantry tactics
and the role of the storm battalions, the British attempt to adopt
the German defensive system and the reasons for its flaws, a
comparison of the British and German armies and the German
development of new tactics and the "pillars of belief" that
prevented them being adopted by the British.
1992, Greenwood Publications, 0313279594,<11906-0-D-01> 225pp,
notes, bibliography, index, Near fine. red boards no d/w,
£44.00
QF-1115 ~ THIS RIGHTEOUS WAR ~
by Barrie S Barnes
The contribution of the Hull Pals of the East Yorkshire Regiment
in World War I, two of whom won the Victoria Cross. The "Hull
Pals" battalions made up the 92 Brigade of the 31st Division
(New Army). Serving in Egypt 1915-16. They were on the
Western Front 1916-1918, fighting in the Somme, Arras, the
Great Retreat of 1918, as well as the final battles to defeat
Germany in the Autumn of 1918. This is a 2008 reissue of the
original 1990 hardcover edition.
2008, Sentinel Press, 9781872955001,<11734-02-D-02> 172pp, 66
photos, maps, New in card cover, CARD
£14.99
QF-1116 ~ THE BATTLE OF VERDUN: A HISTORICAL
AND TOURIST GUIDE ~ by Yves Buffetaut
Verdun, with its 300 days and nights of uninterrupted combat is
a potent symbol of the First World War. This historical guide
provides the reader with all information necessary to understand
the battle. It also covers lesser known battles associated with the
major Verdun campaign such as Argonne, Vauquois, Woëvre,
the peak of Eparges, and Saint-Mihiel and examines the
American offensives of the autumn 1918. The guide features
proposed tour routes, and presents contemporary photographs of
the fortifications, plus colour photographs and illustrations, of
the various memorials and battle sites.
2005, Ysec Editions, 2846730474,<32789-03-D-02> 111pp,
numerous b/w & colour photos, plans, maps, New, CARD
£12.00
QF-1117 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. I. THE CANADIANS
AT YPRES, APRIL 1915 ~ by Norm Christie
The Battle of Ypres was Canada’s horrific introduction to
modern warfare. The book contains a historical overview,
battlefield tour and asides on how the battlefields were cleared,
the odds of survival, and much more. Signed by the author.
1999, CEF Books, 1896979017,<31621-01-D-02> 88pp, numerous
illustrations, fold-out tour map, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1118 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. II. THE CANADIANS
ON THE SOMME, SEPT-NOV 1916 ~ by Norm Christie
The Battle of the Somme was one of the bloodiest battles in a
bloody war. For a gain of 2 miles more than 8000 Canadians
died. This books contains a historical overview, battlefield tour
and asides on the Canadians executed in the War, nationalities in
the CEF and more. This is a newly revised edition with much
additional material gathered by the author since 1999. Signed by
author
2007, CEF Books, 9781896979748,<31622-01-D-02> 90pp,
numerous illustrations, fold-out tour map, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1119 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. III. THE
CANADIANS AT VIMY, APRIL 1917 ~ by Norm Christie
The capture of Vimy Ridge by the Canadian Corps brought
Canada instant recognition. The price of success was high with
more than 3600 Canadians killed on April 9th alone. This book
contains a historical overview, battlefield tour, and asides on the
building of the Vimy Memorial, the Pilgrimage of 1936, Japanese
Canadians, mining warfare, and more. Signed by the author.
illustrations, fold-out tour map, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1120 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. IV.
THE CANADIANS AT PASSCHENDAELE,
OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER 1917 ~ by Norm Christie
The Battle of Passchendaele was the most horrific battle in the
Great War. It cost the British Empire 250,000 dead, wounded
and missing. Amongst the ranks of the fallen were 5000
Canadians. This book details the battle and contains a historical
overview, battlefield tour and asides on Canadian Indians, and
more. This is a newly revised edition with much additional
material gathered by the author since 1996. Signed by the author.
2008, CEF Books, 9781896979724,<31624-03-D-02> 90pp,
numerous illustrations, fold-out tour map, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1121 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. IX. OTHER
CANADIAN BATTLEFIELDS, 1915-1917 ~ by Norm Christie
This is the ninth volume in the For King & Empire series that
chronicles the Canadian battles of the Great War. The Battles of
Festubert, Givenchy and Hill 70 are Canada’s unknown
The Great War – Western Front
QF-1114 ~ LILLE : AVANT ET PENDANT LA GUERRE ~
French text. One of the 'Guides Illustres Michelin des Champs de
Bataille 1914-1918' The top cover has blue streak down the
centre and a water stain at the corner, internally clean and
sound, the text is very good.
1919, Michelin , <2581-01-D-02> 64pp, photos, maps, cloth covered
soft card covers, g, French text, CARD
£10.00
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the Allied offensive, later known as the Hundred Days Offensive,
that ultimately led to the end of the First World War.
1950, Gale & Polden, <1895-01-D-02> xii + 79pp, 5 maps inc
foldouts, scarce, vg in blue paper covers, CARD
£20.00
QF-1129 ~ AN ONLOOKER IN FRANCE ~ by Sir William Orpen
The original, published in 1921, is now very scarce. The narrative
tells of the author's experiences in France and Flanders in WWI.
He moved from HQ to the Front Line and witnessed much of the
fighting in 1917 and 1918. The book contains his finely
reproduced portraits of soldiers, officers, and scenes of the
battlefield. Many of these have been rephotographed from
Orpen's original works drawn from the Imperial War Museum
in London and the National Gallery in Dublin. The book which is
from a limited edition of 550, each numbered, has a hand-printed
dust wrapper and is presented in a matching slip case.
1996, Parkgate Publications, 0952310945,<24555-02-D-02> xv +
207pp, 125 illustrations, New in slipcase,
£45.00
QF-1128 ~ AN ONLOOKER IN FRANCE ~ by Sir William Orpen
The original, published in 1921, is now very scarce. The narrative
tells of the author's experiences in France and Flanders in WWI.
He moved from HQ to the Front Line and witnessed much of the
fighting in 1917 and 1918. The book which is from a limited
edition of 550, each numbered, has a hand-printed dust wrapper
1996, Parkgate Publications, <24555-01-D-02> A special deluxe
edition, no slipcase,
£42.00
QF-1130 ~ WAR ~
by Ludwig Renn
Considered by some to be fiction, verfied by others as a true
account.These are the reminiscences of his experiences on the
Western Front by a German soldier during the first World War
1930, Martin Secker & Warburg, <20958-01-D-02> 364pp, d/w
worn, small piece missing top spine and corner, previous owner’s sig.
Good,
£15.00
QF-1131 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 29: THE FIRST
WORLD WAR LETTERS OF GENERAL LORD HORNE ~
Edited by Simon Robins
Apart from a brief period as Commander of XV Corps on the
Suez Canal in 1915 Horne spent the entire war on the Western
Front. The correspondence in this volume, in the form of a daily
letter to his wife, brings out the pressures of command in some of
the most important operations of the war. Although best known
for capturing Vimy Ridge in April 1917 he is also known for his
many achievements on the Somme in 1916, at Hill 70 in 1917 and
during the victorious advance of the 'last hundred days' between
August and November 1918.
2009, The History Press, 9780752454634,<36370-01-D-02> 370pp,
As new in like d/w,
£22.00
QF-1132 ~ VERDUN ~
by Jules Romains
The Battle of Verdun resulted in more than a quarter of a million
deaths and at least a million wounded. Verdun was the longest
battle and one of the bloodiest in World War I and more
generally in human history. In both France and Germany it has
come to represent the horrors of war. This is a fictional account
of an officer and his men at Verdun. Book Society Edition.
1940, Peter Davies, <21668-01-D-02> 500pp map, Cream boards red
titles on spine. Light foxing .Good,
£6.00
QF-1133 ~ IN FLANDERS FIELDS ~
by Leon Wolff
An account of the Flanders Campaign in 1917 from Haig's initial
plan, his determination to carry it through despite opposition
from the cabinet, and the confusion and disagreement among
military staff.
1960, Readers Union, <3476-03-D-02> xxii + 242pp, plates, maps,
Reference Notes, bibliography, fair copy. d/w torn and loose, £8.00
QF-1134 ~ IN FLANDERS FIELDS ~
by Leon Wolff
An account of the Flanders Campaign in 1917 from Haig's initial
plan, his determination to carry it through despite opposition
from the cabinet, and the confusion and disagreement among
military staff.
1987, Penguin Books, 0140048960,<3476-04-D-02> 361pp
illustrations, edges browning ow vg in card covers, CARD
£5.00
battlefields of the Great War. Although the three battles varied
greatly in scope and outcome they all share the sad distinction of
being forgotten. There are no memorials to mark the ground on
which 3,700 Canadians died. The Battles of Festubert and
Givenchy were fought in 1915, after the Second Battle of Ypres,
in French Flanders. Both were small, very muddled affairs, and
both were failures. The Battle of Hill 70 was fought in 1917, after
Vimy, during the glory days of the Canadian Corps. It was a
well-planned and efficient battle, a trademark Corps’ operation,
and a brilliant success. Signed by the author.
2007, CEF Books, 9781896979199,<33073-01-D-02> 90pp,
numerous illustrations, maps, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1122 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL. VIII. THE
CANADIANS AT MOUNT SORREL, JUNE 1916 ~
by Norm Christie
The Battle of Mount Sorrel was typical of many “small”, local
actions in the Great War. In less than 2 weeks in June, 1916,
more than 3,000 Canadians were dead. Amongst the dead and
prisoners were two Canadian Generals and five Colonels. Signed
by the author.
illustrations, fold-out tour map, New , CARD
£10.00
QF-1123 ~ FOR KING & EMPIRE: VOL.X. THE
NEWFOUNDLANDERS IN THE GREAT WAR, 1916-1918
by Norm Christie
As in many other parts of the British Empire, Newfoundlanders
greeted the coming of the Great War with great euphoria.
Hastening to enlist for the "Great Adventure", they were to to
take part in some of the war's most historic battles. They were at
the first day of the Battle of the Somme on July 1st, 1916 - the
most infamous day in British military history, at Arras in April,
1917 and later, at Cambrai. By the end of the war 4,253
Newfoundlanders had served on the Western Front and 1,200
had made the ultimate sacrifice. Signed by the author.
illustrations, tour maps, New, CARD
£10.00
QF-1124 ~ THE HAZY RED HELL ~
Edited byTom Donovan
Trench and front-line experiences of British soldiers in the First
World War. A collection of first-hand experiences of battle and
trench fighting on the Western Front. Features all the battles and
operations from August 1914 to the Armistice in November 1918.
1999, Spellmount, 186227035X,<28496-01-D-02> 256pp, 16
illustrations, sources, index, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1125 ~ WITH THE GERMAN ARMIES IN THE WEST ~
by Dr Sven Hedin
Originally published c.1915 this is the English edition of a
description by a Swedish observer of his time with the German
Army during the early part of the first World War. Criticised in
the English press, the publisher has written an explanatory note
of his reason for publishing in which he states that the veracity of
the facts are indisputable whilst the authors 'anti-English'
opinions, whilst irritating to the British subject, will not affect the
British cause.
c1915, John Lane,The Bodley Head, <4422-01-D-02> 402pp maps
illustrations, boards worn, foxing on endpapers. Good,
£30.00
QF-1126 ~ RIDING THE RETREAT ~
by Richard Holmes
Mons to the Marne, 1914, revisited. The retreat of the British
Expeditionary Force from Mons in the early months of the First
World War is one of the great dramas of European history.
Blending his recreation of the military campaign with
contemporary testimony and an account of his own ride over the
route, Richard Holmes takes the reader on a unique journey to
revisit that summer when the old world ended.
1996, Pimlico Publications, 0712658629,<32300-02-D-02> 313pp,
17 b/w photos, 11 maps, New in card cover, CARD
£10.00
QF-1127 ~ THE BATTLE OF AMIENS, 1918 ~
by Lieutenant-Colonel A Kearsey DSO, OBE
Operations 8th August - 3rd September 1918: The Battles of
Amiens and Scarpe were the turn of the tide on the Western
Front. The Battle of Amiens also known as the Third Battle of
Picardy which began on 8 August 1918, was the opening phase of
11
1987, Costello Publishers, 0710430345,<3580-01-D-04> 175pp, 12
photos, 4 maps, Fine in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1140 ~ PALESTINE 1917 ~
by Robert Wilson MC. Editor Helen D Millgate
The experiences of a young officer in the Royal Gloucestershire
Hussars Yeomanry.
1987, Costello Publishers, 0710430345,<3580-02-D-04> 175pp, 12
photos, 4 maps, Mark on page edges ow very good,
£10.00
QF-1135 ~ THE EAST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT IN THE
GREAT WAR 1914-1918 ~ by Everard Wyrall
A facsimile reprint of Wyrall's much sought after account. A
record of seventeen battalions of the East Yorks in the Great
War, with Roll of Honour and list of Honours and Awards. The
author follows his customary pattern of arranging his story
chronologically with chapters devoted to specific battles and
periods of trench warfare. In the margins of the text describing
events he notes the dates, as in a diary, and identifies the
battalions involved.
2002, Naval & Military Press, 9781843422112,<19287-01-D-02>
486pp. maps, New in card covers, CARD
£28.95
The Russian Civil Wars
QF-1141 ~ RESISTANCE TO BOLSHEVISM 1917-1918 :
SOPROTIVLENIE BOLSHEVIZMU: 1917-1918 ~
Russian text. A collection of memoirs and materials about the
Battle of Moscow and St. Petersburg in 1917, the defense of
Orenburg in 1917-1918, events in the Crimea and the history of
the Tersk, Tashkent, and Iaroslavl rebellions against the new
Soviet regime. Most of these documents have never been
published before in Russia.
2001, Tsentropoligraf, Moscow, 5227013861,<35128-01-D-05>
608pp inc 8pp ills, Very Good. No dw. green boards with red and
gold titles, Russ.text,
£20.00
QF-1142 ~ ARMORED VEHICLES OF THE RUSSIAN ARMY,
1906-1917 ~ by Mikhail Baryatinskiy and Maxim Kolomiets
A pictorial study of early armored cars in Russia. The section on
Austin cars shows one nearly identical to the armored car that
sits outside the Museum of the Revolution in Moscow. Russian
soldiers feature in nearly every picture providing guidance on
World War I uniforms in some detail. There are 4 full colour
plates illustrating uniforms, vehicles and badges. The text is
predominantly in the Russian language, with photo captions and
key text translated into English by Alexei Rozygraev.
2008, Gauntlet International, 588879029X,<35104-01-D-05> A4
format, 104 pages with 227 colour & b/w illustrations, and line
drawings, new in thermal bound card covers, CARD
£16.00
QF-1143 ~ INTERVENTIONIST FORCES OF THE
RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR, 1917-1922 ~
by A I Deryabin. Translator Tom Hillman
A newly available series of translations of out of print Russian
volumes covering the bloody Civil War which followed the 1916
Revolution. Provides full details of the Allied Intervensionist
Forces including those of the German and Austro-Hungarian
Empire, Ottoman Empire, United States, United Kingdom,
Canada, France, Italy, Greece, Rumania, Poland, Japan, and
China. Includes full colour plates illustrating equipment and
uniforms, plus a selection of black and white photos. Translation
and reprint of AST original.
2005, Gauntlet International, 9781907480034,<32692-01-D-05> A4
format, 56pp, 8 colour plates, 21 b/w photos & illustrations, New in
thermal bound card cover, CARD
£14.00
QF-1144 ~ NATIONALIST ARMIES OF THE
One of a series of four out of print Russian volumes covering the
bloody Civil War which followed the 1916 Revolution. Provides
full details of the Nationalist Armies including Estonia,
Lithuania, Byelorussia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Georgia, plus
Czech and Polish forces. Also includes full colour plates
illustrating equipment and uniforms, plus a selection of black and
white photos. Translation and reprint of AST original.
format, 48pp, 8 colour plates, 22 b/w photos & illustrations, new in
thermal bound card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1145 ~ RED ARMY OF THE
RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR, 1917 - 1922 ~
A translation of an out of print Russian volume covering the
full details of the The Soviet Red Army and its formations, and
includes full colour plates illustrating flags, equipment, and
The Great War – Eastern Front
QF-1136 ~ BREAKTHROUGH: THE GORLICE TARNOW CAMPAIGN, 1915 ~
by Richard L. DiNardo. Series Editor Robert Citino
This, the first English-language study of the battle of GorliceTarnow, covers the initial attack of the German Eleventh Army
and the Austro-Hungarian Third and Fourth Armies in Galicia
as they outflanked the Russian position in the Carpathian
Mountains. Subsequent chapters cover the retaking of Galicia
and the book concludes with the German and Austro-Hungarian
forces under the command of August von Mackensen, turning
north and the subsequent overrunning of Russian Poland by the
Central Powers.
2010, Praeger Publishers, War, Technology & History Series,
9780275991104,<36393-01-D-03> 215pp, 7 maps, 15 b/w photos,
New in d/w,
£32.00
QF-1137 ~ VICTORY IN THE EAST: THE RISE AND FALL
OF THE IMPERIAL GERMAN ARMY ~ by Michael P Kihntopf
At the outbreak of WWI the German Army was prepared for a
conflict on two fronts yet, by 1916, it was no longer what it had
been in 1914. Gone were the notions of romantic war, ideals of
heroism having been snuffed out by new tactics and innovative
weapons. On the Eastern Front these developments led the
Central Powers to numerous victories. By 1918, AustroHungarian, German, Bulgarian and Turkish soldiers occupied
Serbia, Montenegro, Rumania, The Baltic Coast, most of
European Russia and the Ukraine – an achievement which is
usually overshadowed by their defeat in the West
2003, White Mane Publishing, 1572491485,<31579-02-D-03> 99pp,
12 maps, photos & tables, New in d/w,
£14.99
QF-1138 ~ TANNENBERG ~
by Dennis E Showalter
The campaign and battle fought in East Prussia in AugustSeptember 1914. The sudden invasion by the Russian Armies into
East Prussia and the operations of the German Army under
Hindenburg with his Chief of Staff Ludendorf that crushed the
Russians. This detailed account follows the movements of the
German units and vividly describes the long marches in the
summer heat, the clashes between the opposing forces leading the
battle itself.
1991, Achron Books, 020802252X,<24415-01-D-03> 419pp, maps,
d/w rubbed with small tears at edges. text and Boards very good,
£15.00
The Great War – Other Theatres
QF-1139 ~ PALESTINE 1917 ~
by Robert Wilson MC. Editor Helen D Millgate
The experiences of a young officer in the Royal Gloucestershire
Hussars Yeomanry. He took part in numerous actions during
Allenby's campaigns in Palestine amongst which were Romani,
the raid on Rafa under General Sir P Chetwode (where he was
wounded) and the first Battle of Gaza. He was awarded the
Military Cross for his part in an ambush on a Turkish patrol and
took part in the fighting around Balin during Allenby's advance
in October 1917.
12
uniforms, plus a selection of black and white photos. Translation
and reprint of AST original.
format, 48pp, 8 colour plates, 20 b/w photos, New in thermal bound
card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1146 ~ WHITE ARMIES OF THE
A translation of an out of print Russian volume covering the
full details of the White Armies and formations, and includes full
colour plates illustrating flags, equipment, and uniforms, plus a
selection of black and white photos. Translation and reprint of
AST original.
format, 50pp, 8 colour plates, 21 b/w photos, New in thermal bound
card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1147 ~ THE WHITE ARMY OF
NORTH RUSSIA 1918-1920 ~ by Alexander Deryabin
A superb book by the master Russian Civil War researcher Alexsandr Deryabin. He has put together a masterful study
detailing uniforms, equipment, and campaigns. Soft cover, with 8
colour plates illustrating the uniforms of 19 soldiers and officers
plus collar badges, shoulder boards, insignia and other detail.
Now completely in English language. Army Uniform History
Series.
2008, Gauntlet International, <35099-01-D-05> A4 format, 38pp, 8
colour plates, New. Card covers in thermal binding, CARD £14.00
QF-1148 ~ WHITE ARMIES OF NORTHWEST
RUSSIA 1918-1920 ~ by Alexander Deryabin
This is the next in Alexander Deryabin's series of fine studies
regarding the Russian Civil War. This is a 44-page softcover
volume with 8 color plates illustrating 24 uniforms, soldiers and
officers of the various White Armies that fought in the Northwest
of Russia plus organisational charts/Orders of Battle. Now
completely in English language. Army Uniform History Series.
colour plates, 9 b/w photos & drawings, New. Card covers in
thermal binding, CARD
£14.00
QF-1149 ~ ARMORED AUTOMOBILES OF THE RUSSIAN
CIVIL WAR, 1918-1920 ~ by Thomas Hillman
The pre-eminent study of Armored Automobiles of the Russian
Civil War and the Soviet-Polish War. The author describes the
organization, doctrine, and orders of battle of the Bolshevik Reds
and the White Russian forces, plus the Czech, German and Polish
armies, enabling historians and wargamers alike to understand
and appreciate the steel monsters of the period. The volume
features numerous contemporary black and white photographs
and diagrams, plus colour photographs of model vehicles used in
the Civil War. Russian Civil War Game Guide No.2.
2006, Gauntlet International, <33140-01-D-05> A4 format, 128pp,
numerous b/w & color illustrations, New in thermal bound card
cover, CARD
£16.00
QF-1150 ~ TRANS-DNEPR OPERATION:
GENERAL BARON WRANGEL'S LAST
OPERATION IN THE RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR ~
by Lt Col. Thomas Hillman
A detailed look at a very interesting operation which included
opposed river crossings, tanks assaults on a fortified city and
mass cavalry battles. Unlike so many books about military
operations it gives both sides of the story. Includes chapters on
the following: Wrangel’s Last Offensive, Marshal Blucher, the
Liquidation of Wrangel’s Trans-Dnepr Operation, the Battle of
Kakhovka, Kornilovskis and Drozdovskis. The Budenny Myth,
Armored Trains, The Air War over the Dnepr, Orders of the Red
Army Supreme Command and the South Front, Leaders, Order
Of Battle, and more. Russian Civil War Game Guide No.3.
colour & b/w maps & photos, New in thermal bound card cover,
CARD
£18.00
QF-1151 ~ TANKS OF THE RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR ~
by M Kolomiets and I Moshchanskiy
A study of the tanks, many of which were acquired or captured
from the Allies, used by the Soviet armies. The book includes 144
black and white photographs and a number of line drawings.
There is additional commentary throughout the text from
translator, Tom Hillman, clairfying points made by the original
authors. The card covers feature three full-color plates (inside
front, inside back, and outside rear cover) with profiles of
numerous machines plus examples of tanker uniforms.
2008, Gauntlet International, <35105-02-D-05> A4 Landscape
format, 80pp, numerous colour & b/w photographs & illustrations,
new in thermal bound card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1152 ~ KORNILOVSKI SHOCK REGIMENT:
RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR 1917-1920 ~
by M. A. Kritsky and Lt Col. Thomas Hillman
A translation by Lt. Col. Thomas Hillman from M A Kritsky's
Russian original of a complete history of the most famous
regiment of the Russian Civil War, from its founding, to the
evacuation from the Crimea. The book deals with a few myths
about the Kornilovskis. In forty months from June, 1917 to
November, 1920, the Kornilov Regiment (which later became a
division) fought more than 570 battles against the Bolsheviks,
losing more than 48,000 men and women killed or injured.
Russian Civil War Game Guide No.4.
colour & b/w photos & illustrations, New in thermal bound card
cover, CARD
£18.00
QF-1153 ~ FLAGS AND STANDARDS OF
THE RUSSIAN IMPERIAL ARMY OF THE LATE
19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURIES ~ by T. Shevyakov
A newly available series of translations of out of print Russian
volumes featuring uniforms, insignia and flags of the various
Russian forces immediately prior to, and during the Civil War.
This volume includes detailed text explaining the design and
raising of the flags, and actions in which they were used. There
are numerous colour illustrations, plus black and white photos
of items in the collection of the State History Museum in Moscow.
Artwork is by O. Parkhaev. Translation and reprint of AST
original.
colour plates, 6 b/w photos, new in thermal bound card covers,
CARD
£14.00
QF-1154 ~ THE HISTORY OF THE RUSSIAN REVOLUTION
by Leon Trotsky
Three volumes in one. Volume One: The Overthrow of Tzarism.
Volume Two: The Attempted Counter-Revolution. Volume
Three: The Triumph of the Soviets.
1987, Pathfinder, 0913460834,<36241-01-D-05> 1336pp, very good
in card covers with paper cover, CARD
£15.00
Between the World Wars
QF-1155 ~ THE BLACK AND TANS ~
by Richard Bennett
The Black and Tans were the fiercest and most feared of the
British forces in Ireland in the Twenties. Sent by Lloyd George's
Coalition Cabinet in March of 1920 to suppress the IRA, they
aquired a fearsome reputation and united Irish and British
public opinion against the Government. Wearing a strange
mixture of dark green tunics, khaki trousers, black belts and
berets they had wide powers and could arrest anyone at will. This
is an accurate and authoritative account of an ugly and
harrowing period in Anglo-Irish history.
2010, Pen & Sword, 9781848843844,<31510-04-E-01> 228pp, 48
b/w photos, New in card cover, CARD
£12.99
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2003, Schiffer Publications, 0764317776,<32979-01-F-01> Small
landscape format, 112pp, numerous b/w photos & facsimile
documents, New in card cover, CARD
£16.95
QF-1163 ~ AXIS SLOVAKIA ~
by Mark W Axworthy
Subtitled 'Hitler's Slavic Wedge, 1938-1945' this is another
splendid volume from US publisher, Axis Europa, providing the
complete history of Slovak Armed Forces in WWII. As a close
ally of the Third Reich they participated in the invasions of
Poland and Hungary prior to taking part in "Operation
Barbarossa", the invasion of the Soviet Union. In 1944 part of the
Slovak Army rebelled against the Nazis. They were suppressed
by the SS late in that year
2001, Axis Europa, 1891227416,<31117-01-F-01> Large format,
340pp, 200+ b/w illustrations, maps, tables, Fine in d/w,
£40.00
QF-1164 ~ THE MALMEDY MASSACRE ~
by John M Bauserman
Based on eight years of research, this is an account of how US
soldiers of the 285th Field Artillery Battalion were captured and
massacred by members of the Peiper Battle Group of 1.SS
Panzer Division Leibstandarte, on 17th December 1944 in the
Ardennes.
1994, White Mane Publishing, 094259777X,<20700-01-F-01>
160pp, 9 maps, photos, appendices, sources, index, good in rubbed
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1165 ~ THE SA GENERALS AND THE RISE OF NAZISM
by Bruce Campbell
No part of the Nazi movement contributed more to Hitler’s
success than the Sturmabteilung (SA) — the notorious Brown
Shirts. Campbell offers the first in-depth study in English of the
men who held the three highest ranks in the SA. Organized on
military lines and fired by radical nationalism, the Brown Shirts
saw themselves as Germany’s paramilitary saviours.
1998, University of Kentucky Press, 0813120470,<33887-01-F-01>
278pp, b/w illustrations, notes, index, Dustjacket creased. very
good,
£20.00
QF-1166 ~ THE FLIGHT OF RUDOLF HESS: MYTHS AND
REALITY ~ by Roy Conyers Nesbit and George Van Acker
On 10 May 1941 Rudolf Hess, Deputy Fuhrer of the Third Reich,
embarked on his astonishing flight from Augsburg to Scotland.
He parachuted onto a Scottish Moor and was taken into custody.
Drawing on a variety of archive and eye witness sources in
Britain, Germany and the USA the authors have written a
narrative uncovers new facts and dispels many of the conspiracy
theories linked with Hess's arrival.
2002, Sutton Publishing, 075093185X,<32478-01-F-01> 180pp
illustrations, new in card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1167 ~ THE NAZI WAR AGAINST SOVIET
PARTISANS 1941-1944 ~ by Matthew Cooper
Set largely in Eastern Europe this is the definitive history of one
of the pivotal struggles of World War II. A story of action,
retaliation and reprisals that involved some two million people,
told from both side of the rifle sights.
1979, Stein & Day, 0812826000,<36289-01-F-01> 217pp
illustrations, Dustjacket worn. Good,
£20.00
QF-1168 ~ GERMAN RULE IN RUSSIA 1941-1945 ~
by Alexander Dallin
Considered the best study published on the German occupation
of Russia during World War II. The book includes the German
administration, the occupation commanders: Koch in the
Ukraine, Rosenberg and the SS, Lohse and the Balkans, the
Caucasus. With sections on The Cossacks, Crimea, POWs, the
East Workers, Political warfare, Vlasov, Russian volunteers in
the German Army, the Eastern Waffen SS, the Ost-truppen,
Partisan and Anti-partisan warfare.
1957, Macmillan, <4019-01-F-01> xx + 695pp, maps & charts, Very
good. Red boards, Endpapers and edges browning,
£50.00
QF-1169 ~ KLAUS BARBIE: THE UNTOLD STORY ~
by Ladislas de Hoyos
The story of the notorious "Butcher of Lyon". An SD officer, he
was sent to Lyon in 1942, where he became the head of the local
Gestapo. He personally tortured prisoners and is blamed for the
QF-1156 ~ HISTORY OF THE GERMAN ARMY SINCE THE
ARMISTICE VOL.1.FROM THE IMPERIAL ARMY
TO THE REICHSWEHR ~ by J Benoist-Mechin
A view of the german military structure between 1918 and 1936
from a french perpsective.
1939, Scientia AG Zurich, <20570-01-E-01> 345pp maps, Good in
marked blue boards,
£46.00
QF-1157 ~ RAGTIME TO WARTIME: THE BEST OF
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 1922 - 1939 ~
Compiled by Brian Braithwaite et al
A compilation of popular culture prevalent between the wars,
from a very popular womens' magazine. From the 'Roaring
Twenties' to the depression of the thirties and the looming war.
Includes Fashion, Beauty, Household Hints and Contemporary
Advertisements from the days when a Ford saloon cost £115. This
book illustrates the radical changes during the period.
1986, Ebury Press, 0852235844,<5203-02-E-01> 192pp.ills, Very
good in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1159 ~ THE OCCUPATION OF THE RHINELAND
1918-1929 ~ by Brigadier General Sir James Edmonds
Originally published in 1944 in a restricted edition of 100 copies.
This is the Official History of the 11 year Occupation of the
Rhineland by Allied Troops following WWI. The purpose was to
ensure that reparations were obtained by the victors from the
defeated Germans. Such reparations consisted of manufactured
goods and as well as industrial machinery and military
equipment. Naturally this volume is primarily concerned with the
role of the British Army. Pre-owned copy.
1987, HMSO, 0112904548,<2971-02-E-01> 444pp, illustrations,
maps, Very good in good d/w,
£15.00
QF-1158 ~ THE OCCUPATION OF THE RHINELAND
1918-1929 ~ by Brigadier General Sir James Edmonds
Originally published in 1944 in a restricted edition of 100 copies.
This is the Official History of the 11 year Occupation of the
Rhineland by Allied Troops following WWI. A new copy.
1987, HMSO, 0112904548,<2971-01-E-01> 444pp, illustrations,
maps, New in d/w (boxed),
£24.00
QF-1160 ~ THE BATTLE FOR MADRID ~
by George Hills
The Battle for Madrid, like the Spanish Civil War, of which it
was the centrepiece was not one battle but several - the failed
assault itself, and the Battles of Jarama River, Guadalajara,
Brunete and others whose course was determined by political as
well as military factors. The author tells the story, not only of
battlefield operations, but also the influence on them of political
ideas, decisions and events.
1976, Vantage Press, 0904545024,<17987-01-E-01> 192pp ills
maps, prev. owner’s inscription on front endpaper, otherwise vg in
good d/w,
£11.00
QF-1161 ~ ON BORROWED TIME ~
by Leonard Mosley
How WWII broke out. A narrative account of those days between
the Munich Agreement in 1938 and the outbreak of war in
September 1939. The author covers intelligence activity, political
manoeuvres, cynicism and the stupidity that accompanied the
fateful negotiations.
1969, Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 0297178156,<13053-01-E-01> xv +
509pp, 21 illustrations, sources, index, d/w ragged, ow g,
£10.00
The Third Reich - General
QF-1162 ~ ATROCITIES AT CAMP MAUTHAUSEN ~
This remarkable reprint originally published just after World
War II, contains two first hand accounts of Mauthausen
concentration camp, Austria, where more than 100,000 people
were killed. The first is by Franz Zieres who narrates his
experiences as commandant of Mauthausen. The second is by
Charles-Heinz Pilarski, a soldier in the German army who was
court-marshalled and imprisoned in the camp. These memoirs,
along with photographs taken upon the liberation of the camp,
are a chilling record of the Final Solution.
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1961, Rupert Hart-Davis, <1303-01-F-01> 254pp, vg in worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1177 ~ LIONS OF FLANDERS ~
by Richard Landwehr
The Flemish volunteers of the Waffen SS 1941-1945. The Legion
of Flanders, Regiment Nordwest, Regiment Westland, 6th SS
Stormbrigade Langemarck, 27th SS Volunteer Panzer Grenadier
Division Langemarck also the German SS in Flanders. Number
624 signed by the author, with a further signed dedication to a
previous owner by the author.
1983, Bibliophile Legion Books, 0918184045,<18039-02-F-01>
223pp, illustrations, maps, Card covers slightly rubbed ow very
good, CARD
£60.00
QF-1178 ~ DER ADJUTANT ~
by Jochen V Lang
In the early 1930s Karl Wolff allied himself with the fledgling
NSDAP as Germany plunged into economic crisis. As the nation
faced ruin Wolff was part of the "Germany Awakes" movement
with the elite, black corps of the SS. Holding the rank of SSObergruppenführer and General of the Waffen-SS, the career of
the blond, blue eyed, aryan reached its high point when he
became Himmler’s Chief of Staff. Wolff was instrumental in
negotiating the surrender of German forces in Italy in May, 1945.
A scarce volume. German text.
1985, Herbig Verlag, 3776613688,<20636-01-F-01> 428pp,
numerous b/w photos & facsimile documents, Fine in d/w,
£36.00
QF-1179 ~ THE MAN WHO INVENTED THE THIRD REICH
by Stan Lauryssens
A biography of Arthur Moeller van den Bruck. Van den Bruck
was an artist who became politically active after WWI in Weimar
Germany. He expressed his ideas for a German authoritarian
state in his work 'Das Dritte Reich' first published in 1923. Hitler
was profoundly influenced and saw himself as the man of action
who could implement them. When van den Bruck later realised
that Hitler had become the personification of the violent
dynamism he propounded, he committed suicide. This is the only
known work on this enigmatic character.
2002, Sutton Publishing, 0750930543,<35181-01-F-01> 202pp
illustrations, new in card covers, CARD
£6.00
XN-2686 ~ THE GHETTO MEN ~
by French L Maclean
The Twenty eight day siege of the Warsaw Ghetto was one of the
most protracted large scale urban battles of Word War II. Much
has been written on the heroic struggle by the young men and
women of the Jewish resistance but now this book tells the story
from the German perspective. A study of how the SS razed the
Ghetto including the units involved, the weapons they used, their
tactics and a day-by day analysis of the fighting. A new copy.
2001, Schiffer Publications, 0764312855,<30462-04-F-01> Large
format, 224pp, 110 b/w photos, New in d/w,
£49.95
QF-1180 ~ THE GHETTO MEN ~ by French L Maclean
The Twenty eight day siege of the Warsaw Ghetto was one of the
most protracted large scale urban battles of Word War II.
A pre-owned copy.
format, 224pp, 110 b/w photos, near fine in protected dustjacket,
£40.00
QF-1181 ~ HESS ~
by Roger Manvell and Heinrich Fraenkel
Rudolf Hess was fanatically loyal to Hitler. He was Hitler's
secretary in the early years and later became Deputy Fuhrer. He
became the "Conscience of the Party", and, in May 1941, in one
of the most startling events of WWII, he made his famous solo
airplane flight to Scotland. On landing he was immediately taken
prisoner, but he demanded to see the Marquess of Clydesdale,
whom he said he had met at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. He
claimed his mission was to seek peace between Germany and
Britain so that they could jointly wage war against the Soviet
Union.
1971, MacGibbon & Kee, 0261632469,<21284-01-F-01> 256pp, 15
illustrations, index, Good in d/w,
£12.00
deaths of 4,000 people. He is best known primarily for the arrest
and torture of Jean Moulin, one of the highest-ranking members
of the French Resistance. In April 1944, Barbie ordered the
deportation to Auschwitz of a group of 44 Jewish children from
an orphanage at Izieu. Ex library with usual stamps and marks.
reading copy.
1985, W H Allen Publishing, 0491030436,<17194-01-F-01> viii +
310pp,39 illustrations, Reading copy. Ex Library,
£5.00
QF-1170 ~ HITLER'S NEMESIS: THE RED ARMY 1930-1945 ~
by Walter S Dunn Jr.
A study of the development of the Red Army 1930-1945 and its
reaction to the rise of Hitler. Taken by surprise in 1941, by 1943
it had gained superiority over the German Army and, the author
argues, had no real need for Allied military assistance. A
contentious view. Red boards, spine creased Good+
1994, Greenwood Publications, 0275948943,<21438-01-F-01>
248pp, bibliography, index,
£50.00
QF-1171 ~ THE GOEBBELS DIARIES: THE LAST DAYS ~
by Josef Goebbels. Edited by Hugh Trevor-Roper
Selected from the remains of of Goebbels' diaries recovered from
Berlin after the war. Includes excerpts from the Spring of 1942,
December 1942, March, April and May 1943, September 1943
and November and December 1943. A vivid account of his views
of the war and its progress.
1948, Hamish Hamilton, <13008-03-F-01> xxxviii + 458pp, Blue
boards marked or faded . prev owner name on flyleaf,
£12.00
QF-1172 ~ GOEBBELS ~
by Helmut Heiber
The author traces Goebbels development from the vaguely
ambitious academic Catholic to the emotionally broken Nazi,
constantly forced to bend under his Fuhrer's demands. The
author suggests that Goebbels was never prepared for the role he
was to play in the Reich but was drawn to it solely to satisfy his
ego.
1973,Robert Hale, 1st English edition,0709139594,<27324-01-F-01>
387pp, photos, sources, index, vg in slightly edgeworn d/w with
faded spine,
£12.00
QF-1173 ~ THE CROSS OF IRON ~
by Willi Heinrich
A "factional" account of the reality of fighting on the Eastern
Front, written by a WWII front-line German soldier who fought
in Russia.
1992, Noontide Press, 0939482053,<4043-01-F-01> 456pp, vg in
d/w,
£16.00
QF-1174 ~ OUT OF THE NIGHT ~
by Michael Horbach
Accounts of Germans who risked everything to aid anti-Nazi
resisters and Jews in Hitler's Third Reich. Many courageous
Germans opposed the brutality and senselessness of the Nazi
regime. This book recounts eleven episodes of active opposition,
demonstrating that humanity can triumph, even in the most
totalitarian environment.
1969, Frederick Fell, 0811901408,<16514-01-F-01> x + 261pp,
inscription on front free endpaper, ow vg in rubbed d/w,
£12.00
QF-1175 ~ FORTRESS THIRD REICH ~
by J E & H W Kaufmann. Illustrator Robert M Jurga
The Atlantic Wall is perhaps the most famous of Germany’s
World War II fortifications in Europe, but Hitler built many
others, from elaborate coastal defences along the English
Channel to the nearly impervious lines protecting the German
homeland - the massive West Wall and the hurriedly built East
Wall. Fortress Third Reich is the first comprehensive treatment
of Germany’s World War II fortifications and other defensive
systems, including the Reich’s highly feared air defences.
2003, Da Capo, 9780306815515,<35133-01-F-01> 369pp, numerous
b/w photos, maps, drawings & tables, New, CARD
£13.99
QF-1176 ~ THE MAGIC TOUCH ~
by Joseph Kessel
The strange story of Himmler's doctor. Felix Kersten was able to
alleviate Himmler’s severe stomach pains with his skills, and
retained Himmler's trust until the end of the World War II He
was a Finnish citizen and, despite his connections with the Third
Reich, he used his influence to rescue many Jews from
extermination. He was later decorated for outstanding services to
humanity
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QF-1182 ~ THE JULY PLOT ~
by Roger Manvell and Heinrich Fraenkel
An authoritative account of the July 1944 attempt on Hitler's life,
the men behind it, and the aftermath. With substantial chapter
notes on sources, plus appendices
1964, The Bodley Head, <13466-02-F-01> 272pp illustrations, Dust
jacket faded and worn. Good,
£10.00
QF-1183 ~ SIGNAL: THE YEARS OF TRIUMPH 1940-1942 ~
Edited byS L Mayer
The high tide of German power in World War II. The campaigns
in Scandinavia, the West, Balkans, N Africa and the early period
of the Russian Campaign. A selection of the editions of Signal, the
English language periodical published by the NSDAP
1978, Prentice Hall, 0138100101,<19198-01-F-01> 190pp, 50 col &
300 b/w illustrations, and photos, small tear on back of dw. spine
faded. Good,
£9.00
XN-2687 ~ BERLIN AT WAR ~
by Roger Moorhouse
Berlin was the nerve-centre of Hitler's Germany. It was the
backdrop for the most lavish of Nazi ceremonies, the venue for
Albert Speer's grandiose plans to forge a new 'world metropolis',
and the scene of the final climactic battle to defeat Nazism. Yet
we know little about the wider challenges posed to the German
people by living under a dictatorship in wartime. This vivid study
portrays the German experience of the Second World War from
the viewpoint of the capital’s streets and homes.
2010, The Bodley Head, 9780224080712,<36146-01-F-01> 432pp,
40 b/w photos, New in d/w,
£25.00
QF-1184 ~ THE ARMY, POLITICS AND SOCIETY
IN GERMANY 1933-45 ~ by Klaus-Jurgen Muller
The Army and the Third Reich - An essay in historical
interpretation. This book studies the Wehrmacht's relation to
Nazism, and provides an analysis of the Army leadership's
responses to Hitler. It also looks at the growth and nature of the
opposition in the military elite, and includes a chapter on
Colonel-General Ludwig Beck, Chief of the General Staff, 19331938.
1987, Manchester University Press, 0719023300,<5914-02-F-01> x +
122pp, card covers. storage wear only, CARD
£6.00
QF-1185 ~ FOR CROATIA AND CHRIST: THE CROATIAN
ARMY IN WORLD WAR II 1941-1945 ~ by Antonio J Munoz
The Croatian units raised by the Germans in WWII. This is an
authoritative study from the Axis Europa stable of the WWII
Croatian Army. It looks at its units and order of battle, and
operations in the Balkans against Communist Partisan
formations. Includes details of rank insignia and divisional
locations. With detailed account of operations against Partisans.
Includes NDH, Ustashe, militia, Croat-German Legion Division
and Italian Legion. Some marking in publishers pages at back.
Boards marked.
2000, Axis Europa, 9781891227059,<26749-05-F-01> 78pp,
illustrations, maps, tables, large format,
£18.00
QF-1186 ~ THEN & THERE SERIES: THE SECRET WAR
AGAINST HITLER ~ by Leslie Paul
A basic student history of Hitler in the Second World War and
the attempts to end his power, written by a man who was part of
the resistance network.
1984, Longman, 0582221188,<35179-01-F-01> 80pp. illustrations,
map, Faded spine and back cover. Age wear. prev owner stamp on
title page. Good, CARD
£5.00
QF-1187 ~ RATIONS OF THE GERMAN WEHRMACHT IN
WORLD WAR II ~ by Lt. Col. Jim Pool and Thomas Bock
This book is the definitive reference on an unusual topic.
Lavishly illustrated with over 600 photographs and over 200
charts, wartime advertisements and other educational aids, it
represents the most accurate and detailed look at the rations
provided to the German soldier in World War II. The book will
be an invaluable reference for the serious collector of WWII
German military artifacts.
format, 304pp, c900 colour & b/w photos & illustrations, New in
d/w,
£59.95
QF-1188 ~ HITLER YOUTH: THE HITLERJUGEND IN WAR
& PEACE, 1933-45 ~ by Brenda Ralph Lewis
Between 1933 and 1945 the youth of Germany became a limb of
the National Socialist Party, trained to serve the needs of a 1000
year Reich. This book examines the manipulation and corruption
of a generation of German youth, and how the regime weaned
children from their families to to turn them into 'Good Nazis'
and train them for war.
2001, Spellmount, 1862271054,<30498-02-F-01> 240x189mm,
192pp, 110 illustrations, New,
£18.99
QF-1189 ~ THE RISE AND FALL OF THE THIRD REICH ~
by William Shirer
A remarkable study of the origins and history of Nazi Germany.
Shirer examines every link in the vast chain of events and
personalities that led inexorably to the apocalyptic climax in the
Berlin Bunker in May 1945.
1960, Secker & Warburg, <1157-02-F-01> 1245pp. heavy book, dust
jacket rubbed and chipped at edges. Prev.owner stamp. Good, £10.00
XN-2688 ~ BAYERLEIN: FROM AFRIKAKORPS
TO PANZER LEHR ~ by P A Spayd
A comprehensive biography of General-leutnant Fritz Bayerlein
(1899-1970), commander of the elite Panzer Lehr Division during
World War II and Erwin Rommel's former Chief-of-Staff.
Covers his experiences with General Heinz Guderian in the
invasions of Poland, France, and Russia, plus his service in North
Africa, Hungary, Normandy and the Ruhr. During the Russian
winter of 1943-1944, Bayerlein commanded the famous BerlinBrandenburg 3rd Panzer Division. In his own words he shows his
feelings and frustrations on fighting a war of useless bloodshed.
Bayerlein's personal friend, Manfred Rommel, provides
remarkable insight into the man's nature. Many previously
unpublished photographs plus twenty maps drawn by Bayerlein
make this book invaluable to military historians.
format, 296pp, 340 + colour & b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£49.95
QF-1190 ~ BARBAROSSA TO BERLIN: VOL. I,
THE LONG DRIVE EAST ~ by Brian Taylor
A chronology of the campaigns on the Eastern Front, 1941-45.
This first volume covers the period from June, 1941 to
November, 1942, when the massive concentration of German
forces in Eastern Europe precipitated the largest land conflict the
world had ever seen. This day-by-day account includes detailed
German and Soviet orders of battle, detailed studies of each
combat sector, numerous illustrations, and 25 maps
2003, Spellmount, 1862272069,<31835-02-F-01> 326pp.
illustrations, .maps, Shelfwear only,
£12.00
QF-1191 ~ EXORCISING HITLER ~
by Frederick Taylor
The Occupation and Denazification of Germany. Germany had
entered the twentieth century prosperous and strong. During the
1930s, embittered by a lost war and scarred by mass
unemployment, Germany embraced the dark cult of National
Socialism. Within less than a generation, its great cities lay in
ruins and its shattered industries and its cultural heritage seemed
beyond salvation. This is the story of Germany’s year zero, telling
of the final Allied campaign, the hunting down of Nazis, the vast
displacement of peoples, the competition between Soviet Russia
and the West and the hunger and near starvation of a once proud
people.
2011, 9781408812112,<36400-01-F-01> 438pp, 3 maps, 28 b/w
photos, New in d/w,
£25.00
QF-1192 ~ DATEN DER GESCHICHTE DER NSDAP ~
by Doctor H Volz
A handbook of the significant dates in the history of the NSDAP.
With special sections for the SS, SA and the HitlerJugend. The
book, a facsimile of the 1937 edition, looks at the basic
orgaizational structure of the Third Reich. German text
Lothar Hartung, <7825-01-F-01> viii + 72pp, vg, CARD £12.00
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and a list of all the Knights Cross and the German Cross in Gold
winners. This first volume follows the recruitment and training of
the Fallschirmjägers and their revolutionary vertical deployment
in Scandinavia, Holland, Eben Emael, Corinth and Crete, and as
elite infantry on the Eastern Front.
format, 301pp, c500 colour & b/w photos, 30 colour maps, New in
d/w,
£59.95
QF-1199 ~ ARMY GROUP CENTER: THE WERMACHT
IN RUSSIA 1941-1945 ~ by Werner Haupt
Haupt's magnificent history of the operations and battles of the
German Army Group Center on the Russian Front in WWII.
Compiled from contemporary German and Soviet documents
and archives as well as combat diaries and documents of the
participating troops, this is a monumental work - a must for
serious historians and students.
1997, Schiffer Publications, 0764302663,<26955-01-F-02> 356pp,
illustrations, maps, very good in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1200 ~ ARMY GROUP NORTH: THE WERMACHT
The Wehrmacht in Russia 1941-1945. The second volume of
Haupt's three volume set - Army Groups North, Center and
South. The operations and battles of the German Army Group
North Including the siege of Leningrad and the battles on the
Northern flank of the German forces.
photos, maps, very good in rubbed d/w,
£18.00
QF-1201 ~ ARMY GROUP SOUTH: THE WEHRMACHT
The Wehrmacht in Russia 1941-1945. The final volume of a three
volume set - Army Groups North, Center and now South. The
story of their operations and battles. Sources include all available
Russian and German literature, combat diaries from German
archives and advice from former members of the army group.
Amongst the actions included are Kharkov, the Caucasus,
Stalingrad & the Crimea.
over 100 b/w photos, maps, charts, very good in rubbed d/w, £18.00
QF-1202 ~ DER ORDEN UNTER DEM TOTENKOPF:
DIE GESCHICHTE DER SS ~ by Heinz Hohne
The story of Hitler's SS. Widely researched. Included among the
primary sources were the archives of the SS, secret diaries of
German ambassadors and confidential memos of top SS
functionaries. A lucid evaluation of the facts. German Text.
1967, Sigbert Mohn Verlag, <27192-02-F-02> 600pp photographs,
No dw. Black boards. Bookplate inside cover. Pencil notes in a few
margins, Ger.text,
£16.00
QF-1203 ~ UNDER THE ST. ANDREW'S CROSS ~
by Peter Huxley-Blythe
The definitive account on the history of the Cossack and Russian
volunteers serving the Third Reich, with an introduction by
noted historian, Count Nicolai Tolstoy. The author presents us
with an updated and totally expanded history of these men and
their units, including Sonder Division R and its pro-German,
Russian commander, General Holmston. This unit fought
predominantly on the northern sector of the eastern front. This
comprehensive work include dozens of extremely rare, previously
unpublished photographs.
170pp, 24 colour plates, 110 + b/w photos, 4 maps, As New in
protected d/w,
£40.00
QF-1204 ~ DIE GENERALE DES HEERES UND DIE
SANITATSOFFIZIERE IM GENERALSRANG ~ by Wolf Keilig
A scarce German language volume, alphabetically listing
Generals of the German Army, 1939-1945. Includes
Truppenoffiziere,
Sanitatsoffiziere
im
Generalsrang,
Waffenoffiziere
im
Generalsrang,
Offiziere
der
Kraftfahrparktruppe im Generalsrang, Ingenieur-Offiziere im
Generalsrang,
Wehrmachtsrichter
im
Generalsrang,
Verwaltungsoffiziere im Generalsrang and Vetrinaroffiziere im
Generalsrang.
The Third Reich – Military Structure
QF-1193 ~ DEUTSCHLANDS GENERALE UND ADMIRALE:
PART V: DIE GENERALE DER WAFFEN SS
UND POLIZEI: VOL.1 A-G
German text. A detailed tabulation, by Andreas Schulz and
Gunter Wegmann, of all Waffen-SS and Police Generals during
the Third Reich era. This is the first of a multi volume set
(Abraham - Gutenberger). Each entry contains dates and career
progression plus (in most cases) a black and white photographic
portrait of the subject.
2003, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764825286,<31701-01-F-02>
478pp, c 80 /w photos, New in maroon boards with gold embossed
titling, Ger.text,
£59.00
QF-1194 ~ SS OFFICERS LIST ~
A facsimile edition as of 30th January, 1942 listing officers from
SS-Standartenfuhrer to SS-Oberstgruppenfuhrer rank. Includes
details of their post at the time and significant decorations
awarded, ranks and most recent promotion dates. Also includes
State, police and NSDAP posts. fully indexed.
2000, Schiffer Publications, 0764310615,<28972-03-F-02> A4
format. 64pp, over 40 photos, index, Very good in card covers,
CARD £10.00
QF-1195 ~ WAFFEN-SS IN THE WEST:
HOLLAND, BELGIUM, FRANCE 1940 ~
The long sought after, original SS publication 'Waffen-SS im
Westen', available here for the first time in English translation
and carefully reproduced. It contains rare photographs taken by
SS war photographers of the campaigns in the Low Countries
and France early in WWII. A highly valuable source for original
images of Waffen-SS troops, uniforms, insignia and equipment.
130+ b/w photos/ illustrations, Fine in protected d/w,
£18.00
QF-1196 ~ INTO THE ABYSS: THE LAST YEARS OF
THE WAFFEN-SS ~ by Ian Baxter
A photographic history and comprehensive record of the WaffenSS divisions that fought on the Eastern and Western Fronts
during the last two years of the war. Drawing on previously
unpublished photographs, many of which have come from the
albums of SS veterans, it presents a unique visual account of
these formations, some elite and some thrown together from
barely-trained conscripts. With an accurate in-depth descriptive
caption every photograph brings to life the tactics and
components of the Waffen-SS.
2006, Helion & Company, 1874622590,<33543-01-F-02> Large
format, 145pp, 180+ b/w photos, appendices, biblio, Fine in pictorial
boards,
£20.00
QF-1197 ~ DICTIONNAIRE HISTORIQUE: LES DIVISIONS
DE L'ARMEE DE TERRE ALLEMANDE, HEER, 1939-1945 ~
by Georges Bernage and Francois de Lannoy
This extremely scarce volume is a chronological account of all the
divisions of the German Army between 1939 and 1945. There
were more than four hundred and fifty divisions including
Infantry, Mountain troops, Panzer Divisions, Rifle Grenadiers,
Training units, Special Forces and many more. Contents include
comprehensive details of all divisions and units, together with
more than five hundred black and white photographs plus
illustrations, of divisional emblems and insignia. French text
1997, Editions Heimdal, 2840481065,<27328-01-F-02> Large
format, 480pp, c500 photos and illustrations, Slight rubbing on
spine edges and browning of page edges, Fr.text,
£120.00
QF-1198 ~ THE 1ST FALLSCHIRMJAGER DIVISION IN
WORLD WAR II: VOLUME ONE: YEARS OF ATTACK
by Ben Christensen
The men of the German 1st Parachute Division are renowned as
some of the best soldiers of World War II. At Eben Emael they
executed the most successful commando raid of the war, on Crete
the most audacious attack, and in Monte Cassino the most
dogged defence. The books contains thirty detailed Orders of
Battle, 500 short biographies of the key personnel in the division,
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1983, Podzun-Pallas Verlag GmbH, 3790902020,<10849-02-F-02>
427pp, Good. Dustjacket torn on corners but complete, Ger.text,
£99.00
QF-1205 ~ THE SS: A WARNING FROM HISTORY ~
by Guido Knopp
The most notorious, but probably the least well documented
element of the Nazi regime, the SS grew from Adolf Hitler's
bodyguard into an organisation which set and enforced the
agenda of the Third Reich. With the help of photographs, many
previously unpublished, and the words of former SS men and
their victims, the author evokes an organisation whose fanaticism
and violence shaped the identity of the Third Reich
2003, Sutton Publishing, 0750933925,<35116-01-F-02> 368pp, 30
b/w photos, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1206 ~ THE HISTORY OF THE 7 SS MOUNTAIN
DIVISION "PRINZ EUGEN" ~ by Otto Kumm
This scarce photo history includes the Division's battles against
Tito's partisans in the Balkans. The 7th SS Mountain Division
was formed in 1942, largely composed of "Volksdeutsche" ethnic Germans living in Rumania, Yugoslavia and Hungary.
Fearless and steadfast, they were feared by the enemy as they had
local knowledge of the terrain, as well as the partisans's and
tactics. Pre-owned copy.
1995, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991290,<23394-01-F-02> 352pp, 72
photos, maps, Near Fine,
£28.00
QF-1207 ~ THE HISTORY OF THE 7 SS MOUNTAIN
DIVISION "PRINZ EUGEN" ~ by Otto Kumm
This scarce photo history includes the Division's battles against
Tito's partisans in the Balkans. A new copy.
photos, maps, New in illustrated boards,
£38.00
QF-1208 ~ HISTORY OF FALLSCHIRMJAGER
PANZERKORPS HERMAN GORING ~ by Franz Kurowski
The history of the unit from its origins as Police Regiment Wecke
to the end of World War II when it had developed into a
Parachute Panzerkorps. The author describes its battles in
France in 1940, Russia 1941-2, Tunisia, Sicily, Italy (at Anzio and
Cassino), Poland in 1944 and East Prussia.
photos, 31 maps, orders of battle, Very good in illustrated boards,
£34.00
QF-1209 ~ PANZER ACES II ~
by Franz Kurowski
The top Panzer commanders of the German Wehrmacht and
Waffen SS of WWII. Includes chapters on Sepp Brander
(Sturmgeschutz-Brigade 912), Fritz Fessmann (Pz-AufklarungsAbteilung 7), Kurt Knispel (Schwere-Panzer-Abteilung 503),
Johannes Kummel (Pz-Rgt 8, Deutsches Afrika Korps), Karl
Nikolussi-Leck (SS-Pz-Rgt. 5"Wiking") and Hermann von
Oppeln-Bronikowski (Pz-Rgts 35, 204, 11, 20 Pz-Div.)
2000, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991495,<29366-05-F-02> 574pp, over
100 photos, Fine in pictorial boards,
£42.50
QF-1210 ~ STURMGESCHUTZE VOR! ASSAULT GUNS
TO THE FRONT! ~ by Franz Kurowski
A history of the Sturmgeschütz-Abteilung and Brigaden of the
German Army, using German unit diaries, where available. It
includes more than 250 pages of text, 16 pages of colour plates by
Jean Restayn, weapon profiles and unit insignia. There are also
exhaustive appendices with more than 200 portraits of Knights
Cross winners of the Sturmgeschütz.
1999, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991452,<29380-02-F-02> Large format,
282pp, numerous photos, colour illustrations, appendices, Fine in
protected decorative boards,
£50.00
QF-1211 ~ LEIBSTANDARTE: THE 1ST SS PANZER
DIVISION ADOLF HITLER: VOLUME 3 ~ by Rudolf Lehmann
The battles of the Leibstandarte in 1943. The battles of the
Division in the Ukraine, the defence of the Donez, the re-capture
of Karkov, Operation Citadelle/Kursk. Transfer to Italy, the
upgrading of the Division from Panzergrenadier to Panzer,
transfer to Russia and the battles around Shitomir.
1990, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991053,<583-03-F-02> 468pp,
illustrations, Used. Covers worn. No map book,
£40.00
QF-1212 ~ GALICIA DIVISION: THE WAFFEN-SS 14TH
GRENADIER DIVISION, 1943-1945 ~ by Michael O Logusz
A history of 14. Waffen-SS Galicia Division (1st Ukrainian
Division of the Ukrainian National Army). In 1943/1944 a
determined group of volunteers formed a combat division
destined for the Eastern Front. Their goal was to destroy the
Soviet hordes menacing their homeland. Although initially
Galicia's Volunteers would serve Nazi Germany, they actually
wanted to engage all hostile ideologies to secure a free
independent Ukraine. The division's history is presented along
with a human aspect of the brutal battles on the eastern front.
over 50 b/w photographs, very good in d/w,
£22.00
QF-1213 ~ BATTLE GROUP! GERMAN KAMPFGRUPPEN
ACTION OF WORLD WAR TWO ~ by James Lucas
The WWII Battle Groups of the German Wehrmacht, the ad-hoc
combination of units that were brought together and sent into
action to achieve particular objectives. The Kampfgruppe
displayed the flexible effectiveness of "combined arms" warfare.
Examples include the paratroop battle groups in Crete, a 15week rearguard action on the Eastern Front, Normandy 1944
and action as bicycle-mounted tank killers in the dying days of
the Reich.
1994, Arms & Armour Press, 1854099469,<17548-02-F-02> 192pp,
photos, maps, index, vg in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1214 ~ BATTLE GROUP! GERMAN KAMPFGRUPPEN
ACTION OF WORLD WAR TWO ~ by James Lucas
The WWII Battle Groups of the German Wehrmacht, the ad-hoc
combination of units that were brought together and sent into
action to achieve particular objectives.
1994, Book Club Associates, <17548-01-F-02> 192pp, photos, maps,
index, vg in vg d/w,
£6.00
QF-1215 ~ HITLER'S MOUNTAIN TROOPS ~ by James Lucas
A study on the elite German mountain divisions in WWII. They
served in Norway, Russia, Crete and, in the final days of the war,
defended the frontier of the Reich in Austria.
1992, Arms & Armour Press, 1854090798,<11983-01-F-02> 224pp,
60 photos, 6 maps, index, Title page loose, ow very good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1216 ~ BLOOD AND HONOR: THE HISTORY OF THE
12TH SS PANZER DIVISION 'HITLER YOUTH', 1943-45
by Craig W H Luther
A comprehensive history of the Division which was formed after
the debacle at Stalingrad. Its officers and NCOs were specially
selected to lead and motivate the young men of the 'Hitler
Jugend' who had been indoctrinated with the Nazi ideal from an
early age. The Division's first battles were in Normandy in 1944,
where it was decimated. It also took part in the Ardennes
Offensive, and the final battles of 1945 on the Reich's Southern
Frontier in Hungary and Austria.
1987, Bender Publications, 0912138386,<5002-01-F-02> 272pp, 180
photos & illustrations, vg in bumped pictorial boards ,
£50.00
QF-1217 ~ QUIET FLOWS THE RHINE ~
by Lt-Col. French L MacLean
German general officer casualties in WWII were far higher than
those of all the Allied nations combined. The author examines all
aspects of why the German armed forces lost so many highranking officers. The result is a fascinating look at how the
German war machine was directed at combat level. This subject
has not previously been covered in an English language volume.
illustrations, maps, Very good in pictorial boards,
£24.00
QF-1218 ~ DIE WAFFEN-SS UND POLIZEI 1939-1945:
FÜHRUNG UND TRUPPE: BAND 3 ~ by Kurt Mehner
German text. A detailed reference work listing the major units of
the Waffen-SS in WWII. Organisation and commanders of each
Brigade, Group and Division are listed from the office of the
Reichsfuhrer SS to the SS-Panzer Divisions. The dustwrapper is
worn and torn and there is some highlighting to the text.
1995, Patzwall Verlag, 3931533026,<25308-01-F-02> 389pp, large
format, Good in worn and torn d/w, Ger.text,
£60.00
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Their task was not to guard Air Force bases and installations as
might be expected. In reality they were formed to increase
Goring's power base and were, in a way, equivalent to Heinrich
Himmler's Waffen-SS They mimicked the function of the regular
army and served in all sectors of the European Theater of War.
2002, Axis Europa, 1891227408,<30955-01-F-02> 380pp, 221 b/w
illustrations, maps & charts, As New in protected d/w,
£40.00
QF-1226 ~ THE EAST CAME WEST ~
Edited byAntonio J Munoz
Subtitled 'Muslim, Hindu and Buddhist Volunteers in the
German Armed Forces, 1941-1945' this is the story of close to two
million men from Arab Nations, India, Indo-China, The Balkans,
Russia, The Crimea and the Asian Republics of The USSR who
donned the field gray uniform of the German Army and fought
for the Third Reich, usually bravely and to the bitter end.
332pp, 181 b/w illustrations, maps, tables, As new in protected
dustjacket,
£36.00
QF-1227 ~ THE GERMAN POLICE ~Edited by Antonio J. Munoz
A facsimile copy of a detailed study of the SS and Police
Organisations of the Third Reich. This was prepared in April,
1945 by the Evaluation and Dissemination Section G-2 (Counter
Intelligence Sub-Division) of Supreme Headquarters Allied
Expeditionary Force. It Contains details of uniforms, weapons,
insignia and orders of battle plus charts, tables and details of
structures, deployments and activities in the occupied territories.
1997, Axis Europa, 1891227114,<26848-02-F-02> 442pp, numerous
illustrations, tables, large format, Mint, CARD
£60.00
QF-1228 ~ THE GERMAN POLICE ~Edited by Antonio J. Munoz
A facsimile copy of a detailed study of the SS and Police
Organisations of the Third Reich.
1997, Axis Europa, 1891227114,<26848-03-F-02> 442pp, numerous
illustrations, tables, large format, Card covers rubbed with a small
tear to the back. Good, CARD
£50.00
QF-1229 ~ GERMAN WORLD WAR II ORGANIZATIONAL
SERIES VOLUME 2/1: MECHANISED ARMY DIVISIONS
AND WAFFEN-SS UNITS ~ by Leo W G Niehorster
2nd revised edition. 1 May 1940. Includes divisional support
services and supply trains of units and headquarters. 1st to 10th
Panzer-Divisions, Headquarters, Panzer Division Commanders,
Panzer Brigade and Tank Strengths, Panzer Regiment (Sonder)
(1. PzRgt), Panzer Regiment (Sonder) (33. PzRgt), Panzer
Regiment (Sonder) (Czech) (10, 11 PzRgt), Panzer Battalion
(Sonder) (Czech) (65, 67 PzAbt), Panzer Regiment (Sonder)
(modified) (2, 3, 4, 7, 8 PzRgt), Panzer Regiment (5, 6, 15, 31, 35,
36 PzDiv). Panzer Battalion (II/33. PzRgt), Panzer Regiment
(Czech) (25. PzRgt), Panzer Battalion (Czech) (66. PzAbt),
Motorized Infantry Brigade and OB Infantry units, Armored
Infantry Regiment (1.SS-Rgt), Motorized Infantry Regiment (2 ,
3 SS-Rgt), Motorized Infantry Regiment (6, 7, 12, 13 SS-Rgt),
2004, Military Press , 9780854202591,<5847-02-F-02> A4 Format.
94pp, 270 symbols, 67 organizational diagrams, New, CARD £16.00
QF-1230 ~ THE FORGOTTEN AXIS: GERMAN'S PARTNERS
& FOREIGN VOLUNTEERS IN WORLD WAR~ by L Ready
Germany's Partners and Foreign Volunteers in World War II.
Covers the military contribution of Germany's Allies and the
Volunteer units of Foreign Nationals including the Italian,
Romanian and Hungarian armed forces, Volunteer units of
Spain, France, Belgium, Denmark, Holland, Norway, Slovakia
and Croatia, Russian volunteers and auxiliaries with Ukrainian
units, Baltic States, the Osttruppen, Anti-Partisan and Security
units and Cossacks
1987, McFarland Publishing, 089950275X,<6124-0-F-02> x +
563pp, 3 maps, Very good + in green boards,
£60.00
QF-1231 ~ SOLDIERS OF THE WAFFEN-SS: MANY
NATIONS, ONE MOTTO ~ by Marc Rikmenspoel
An epic photographic record of the many units and nationalities
which comprised the Waffen-SS in WWII. The photographs are
largely previously unpublished and uniquely, they are captioned
with the date (sometimes approximate), the unit and where
QF-1219 ~ COMBAT OPERATIONS OF THE GERMAN
ORDNUNGSPOLIZEI, 1939-1945 ~ by Rolf Michaelis
Polizei-Bataillone - SS-Polizei-Regimenter. This new book covers
the little known combat operations of the German
Ordnungspolizei (Order Police) during World War II. The book
covers unit formations, personalities, frontline combat
operations, security duties in occupied countries, as well as the
participation of some battalions in ethnic cleansing atrocities.
Also included are very rare photos, documents, soldbuchs and
maps.
format, 136pp, 120 + b/w images & maps , New in illustrated boards,
£37.50
QF-1220 ~ PANZERGRENADIER DIVISIONS
OF THE WAFFEN-SS ~ by Rolf Michaelis
This new book is a concise combat history of the six Waffen-SS
panzergrenadier divisions in World War II. The formation and
combat histories of each are discussed in detailed text, along with
maps and rare photographs. The book includes: 4 SS-Polizei
Panzergrenadier Division, 11 SS-Freiwilligen Panzergrenadier
Division "Nordland", 16 SS-Panzergrenadier
Division
"Reichsführer-SS", 17 SS-Panzergrenadier Division "Götz von
Berlichingen", 18 SS-Freiwilligen Panzergrenadier Division
"Horst Wessel" and 23 SS-Freiwilligen Panzergrenadier Division
"Nederland".
2010, Schiffer Publications, 9780764336607,<36261-01-F-02>
215pp, 190 + b/w images & maps , New in illustrated boards, £32.50
QF-1221 ~ HITLER'S EASTERN LEGIONS
VOLUME II: OSTTRUPPEN ~ by Antonio Munoz
The incredible story of Soviet soldiers in Hitler's armies. The
Russian Volunteers served in the German Armed Forces in
WWII, not only in the East but in occupied France and the Low
Countries. After WWII most were sent back to the Soviet Union
where they were either executed or, more often, exiled to the
Gulags in Siberia where they were, quite literally, worked to
death. In this copy there is some highlighting through the
bibliography and on other pages. Softcovers marked.
1997, Axis Europa, <26895-02-F-02> A4 format, 45pp, photos,
illustrations, CARD
£12.00
QF-1222 ~ HITLER'S EASTERN LEGIONS
VOLUME II: OSTTRUPPEN ~ by Antonio J Munoz
The incredible story of Soviet soldiers in Hitler's armies. The
Russian Volunteers served in the German Armed Forces in
WWII, not only in the East but in occupied France and the Low
Countries.
1997, Axis Europa, <26895-01-F-02> A4 format, 45pp, photos,
illustrations, New in softcovers, CARD
£18.00
QF-1223 ~ HITLER'S WHITE RUSSIANS ~
by Antonio Munoz and Oleg V Romanko
A study of White Russian collaboration with German
extermination and anti-partisan operations in Byelorussia, 19411944. This impressive book is a complete history of those
Byelorussian units which served in the German SS, Police and
Army. They were instrumental in forming the 30th SS Division.
The book also includes a section on the SS Flak helpers. Signed
by the author.
512pp, appendices, 125 photos, 40 tables, 64 b/w & 33 col maps,
New in illustrated boards,
£45.00
QF-1224 ~ HITLER'S WHITE RUSSIANS ~
by Antonio Munoz and Oleg V Romanko
A study of White Russian collaboration with German
extermination and anti-partisan operations in Byelorussia, 19411944. Signed and numbered by the author.
512pp, appendices, 125 photos, 40 tables, 64 b/w & 33 col maps ,
Illustrated boards darkening slightly. Very good+,
£40.00
QF-1225 ~ GORING'S GRENADIERS: THE LUFTWAFFE
FIELD DIVISIONS 1942-1945 ~ by Antonio J Munoz
During WWII The Luftwaffe, at the instigation of its leader,
Reichsmarhall Hermann Goring, raised ground combat units.
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possible, the actual individuals portrayed. This is a truly
collectible volume for historians and Waffen-SS afficianados.
1999, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991428,<28252-05-F-02> Large format,
421pp, over 820 photos & ills , Fine in pictorial boards,
£58.00
QF-1232 ~ ELITE UNITS OF THE THIRD REICH ~
by Tim Ripley
The German Army of World War II has been recognized as one
of the greatest fighting formations in military history, ranking
alongside Caesar's Legions and Napoleon's Grande Armee. Elite
Units of the Third Reich is an analysis of German specialist units,
formations such as the Brandenburgers, specially trained
commandos who infiltrated behind enemy lines dressed in
civilian clothes or uniforms of the enemy, and who seized
important river crossings and disabled explosive charges placed
on bridges and railways.
2002, Brown Partworks Ltd, 1840441097,<19850-01-F-02> 192pp,
c250 b/w photos, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1233 ~ BEYOND STALINGRAD: VON MANSTEIN'S
WINTER CAMPAIGN IN SOUTHERN RUSSIA
by Dana V Sadarananda
Manstein's struggle to free the trapped German 6th Army,
November 1942-March 1943. Following the capitulation of the
trapped army, Manstein fought a desperate campaign to stem the
Red Army. The book describes the dramatic counter-attack and
the remarkable victory at Karkov.
1990, Praeger Publishers, 0275934403,<4089-01-F-02> xvi + 165pp,
9 maps, Near fine in grey boards with white titles,
£30.00
QF-1234 ~ DIE TRUPPENKENNZEICHEN: VOLUME 3.
ERGANZUNGEN ZU HEER, MARINE, LUFTWAFFE,
WAFFEN-SS ~ by Peter Schmitz and Klaus-Jurgen Thies
German text. Supplementary volume with additions and
corrections for volumes 1 and 2. Includes the Insignia of Armies,
Arny Groups, Corps, Infantry Divisions, Regiments and
Battalions, Panzer Divisions, Regiments, Units, Panzerjager,
Panzergrenadier, Reconnaissance, Armoured trains, Artillery,
Assaultguns, Pioneers, Signals, Kriegsmarine ship and formation
badges, Luftwaffe - Parachute, Field Divisions, Flak, Signals,
Condor Legion. Also Waffen SS Corps and Brigades. Previous
owner has marked margins in pencil against some insignia
illustrations.
1991, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764824018,<231-01-F-02> vi +
674pp, 700 illustrations, very good in brown boards,
£40.00
QF-1235 ~ TRUPPENKENNZEICHEN: VOLUME 4.
GESAMIDARSTELLUNG, NEUAUFNAHMEN,
ERGANZUNGEN UND ~ by Peter Schmitz and Klaus-Jurgen Thies
German text. The troop characteristics and insignia of the
federations and units of the German armed forces and Waffen SS
and their employments in the Second World War. Volume 4 of 6
volumes, includes additions and corrections, plus KommandoBehörden, Infanterie and Schnelle Truppen. Previous owner has
made some pencil notes against the insignia.
827pp, very good in rubbed brown boards, Ger.text,
£44.00
QF-1236 ~ THE GERMAN ARMY 1933-1945 ~
by Colonel Albert Seaton
Storage wear on edges only. An outstanding study covering the
development of the Army from the 100,000 man 'Versailles'
Army to the effective war machine of the Third Reich in WWII.
Examines the emergence of Hitler as a military commander and
contains a re-assessment of the leading field commanders plus an
analysis of the campaigns and operations.
1985, Meridan Publishing Inc, 0452007399,<4028-01-F-02> xxiv +
310pp, 7 maps, CARD
£8.00
QF-1237 ~ DIE LETTISCHEN DIVISIONEN
IM VI SS-ARMEEKORPS. ~ by Hans Stober
German text. An account of the 15th and 19th PanzerGrenadier
divisions and the battles for their Latvian Homelands and the
battles at Kurland.
1981, Munin Verlag Gmbh, 3921242444,<6049-01-F-02> 368pp,
photos, maps, Good in torn d/w. Bookplate inside cover,
£50.00
XN-2689 ~ IMAGES OF WAR: FALLSCHIRMJAGER: ELITE
GERMAN PARATROOPS IN WORLD WAR II
by Jon Sutherland and Diane Canwell
Taken from an unpublished album which belonged to First Sgt
Wilhelm Plieschen who served with Fallschirmjager Machine
Gun Battalion 7. The photographs were taken in Austria,
Romania, Bulgaria Greece and Russia. There are photographs
taken on an airfield on 15th May, 1941 of paratroopers with kit
on the ground and in front of their transport aircraft, plus a
number of shots taken en route to Crete from the JU52 transport.
There are also images showing Germans on the deck of the badly
damaged and abandoned HMS York in Souda Bay.
2010, Pen & Sword, 9781848843189,<31400-01-F-02> 139pp,
numerous illustrations, New in card covers, CARD
£14.99
QF-1238 ~ VERBANDE UND TRUPPEN DER DEUTSCHEN
WEHRMACHT UND WAFFEN SS IM ZWEITEN
WELTKRIEG: BAND 10 ~
by Georg Tessin
German text. Formations and Units, Die Landstreitkrafte
numbers 371-500 inclusive. Boards warped. Some red stains from
damp on page edges and some pages rippling.
1975, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764810025,<6933-01-F-02> vi
+ 308pp, Ger.text,
£20.00
WELTKRIEG: BAND 15 ~
by Georg Tessin
German text. Kriegsstarkenachweisungen (KStN) mit feldheer,
Sondereinheiten,
Bodenstandige
Einheiten,
Ersatzheer,
Heimatdienststellen aller Art und Mustergliderungen. Taktische
Zeichen des heeres der Luftwaffe und der Kriegsmarine.
Traditionspflege - Liste der Stammtruppenteile nach dem Stande
vom 1.5.1932. Uvberlieferungs und erinnerungspflege des heeres
Fruhjahr 1939.
1988, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764809418,<6938-01-F-02> lv
+ 360pp, Good in marked red boards, Ger.text,
£60.00
WELTKRIEG: BAND 16 TEIL 1 ~ by Georg Tessin
German text. Military Districts i - vi. Part 1 of a 4 volume set.
Area commands, peacetime organisation, war organisation,
territorial commands.
365pp. maps, Very good in red boards, Ger.text,
£38.00
German text. Military Districts vii-xiii. Part 2 of a 4 volume set.
Covers area Commands, peacetime organisation, war
organisation and territorial commands.
354pp maps, Very good in red boards, Ger.text,
£38.00
German text. Military Districts xvii,xviii,xx,xxi und bes gebiete
Ost und Sudost. Part 3 of a 4 volume set. Area commands,
peacetime organisation, war organisation, territorial commands.
414pp, Marks on red boards otherwise very good, Ger.text, £38.00
German text. Besetze Gebiete, Nord/West/Sud Part 4 of a 4
volume set. Nordafrika, italien, frankreich, britische kanalinseln,
belgien, Luxembourg, niederlande, danemark, norwegen und
Finnland. Area commands, peacetime organisation, war
organisation, territorial commands.
380pp, Very good in red boards, Ger.text,
£38.00
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QF-1244 ~ THE WEHRMACHT: HISTORY, MYTH, REALITY
by Wolfram Wette. Translator Deborah Lucas-Schneider
A re-examination of the role of the German army in World War
II. Until recently it was avowed that the ordinary German soldier
in World War II was a good soldier, distinct from Hitler's
rapacious SS, and not an accomplice to the massacres of civilians.
Preeminent German military historian, Wolfram Wette, explodes
the myth of a "clean" Wehrmacht. He reveals the army's longstanding prejudices against Jews, Slavs, and Bolsheviks, beliefs
that predated the prophecies of Mein Kampf and the paranoia of
National Socialism.
2002, Harvard University Press, 0674022130,<35794-02-F-02>
372pp, Very good in d/w,
£22.00
QF-1245 ~ ALLGEMEINE-SS: THE COMMANDS, UNITS
AND LEADERS OF THE GENERAL SS ~ by Mark C Yerger
This volume provides an explanation of the twelve administrative
and command main offices of the SS. It details the Higher SS and
Police Leaders, along with those in occupied territories, SS Main
District commanders and chiefs of staff and goes on to examine
more than forty SS Districts and one-hundred and twenty-five SS
Foot Regiments. Biographies are included for more than two
hundred senior commanders of the Waffen-SS, Polizei, SD and
other commands along with more than 120 rare photos of senior
officers. A detailed index allows referencing of individual SS
personalities.
120 photos, 7 maps, large format, Near fine in d/w,
£34.00
XN-2690 ~ ALLGEMEINE-SS: THE COMMANDS, UNITS
AND LEADERS OF THE GENERAL SS ~ by Mark C Yerger
This volume provides an explanation of the twelve administrative
and command main offices of the SS.
120 photos, 7 maps, large format, New in d/w,
£39.95
QF-1246 ~ THE KORSUN POCKET ~
by Niklas Zetterling and Anders Frankson
The Encirclement and Breakout of a German Army in the East,
1944. During the second half of 1943, after the failure at Kursk,
Germany’s Army Group South fell back from Russia under
repeated hammerblows from the Red Army. Under Erich von
Manstein, the Germans were able to avoid serious defeats, whilst
fending off Hitler’s insane orders to hold on to useless territory.
In January 1944 six divisions of Army Group South became
surrounded after sudden attacks by the 1st and 2nd Ukrainian
Fronts around the village of Korsun. Without consulting Hitler,
on the night of February 16 von Manstein ordered the breakout.
Although the Germans lost nearly all of their heavy weapons and
left many wounded behind, their escape was succesful.
2008, Casemate, 9781932033885,<36121-01-F-02> 384pp, 35 b/w
photos and maps, New in d/w,
£19.99
QF-1247 ~ DIE DIENSTLAUFBAHNEN DER OFFIZIERE DES
GENERALSTABES DES DEUTSCHEN HEERES
1935-1945 BAND 1: A-K ~ by Christian Zweng
German Text. An alphabetical compendium detailing the service
careers of the officers of the General Staff of the German Army
from 1935 to the end of World War II.
410pp, Good in rubbed red boards, Ger.text,
£46.00
QF-1248 ~ DIE DIENSTLAUFBAHNEN DER OFFIZIERE DES
GENERALSTABES DES DEUTSCHEN HEERES
1935-1945 BAND 2:L-Z ~ by Christian Zweng
German Text. The service careers of the officers of the general
staff of the German army 1935-1945 with additions and
continuation until 1945
437pp, Small mark on bottom edge of 4 pages. Good in rubbed
boards, Ger.text,
£44.00
The Second World War
QF-1249 ~ A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE U.S. ARMY
IN WORLD WAR II ~
An examination of the United States Army's WWII campaigns in
North Africa, Sicily, Italy, North West and Central Europe, and
the Pacific theatre.
1992,US Army Center of Military History, 0160359562,
<12463-01-G-01> iv + 48pp, 11 col illustrations, 2 col maps, vg,
CARD
£6.00
QF-1250 ~ AMERICAN FORCES IN ACTION:
ADMIRALTIES ~
The operations of the 1st US Cavalry Division in the Admiralty
Islands in the Pacific in WWII. Includes accounts of the battle for
the Los Negros beachhead, the attack on Manus Island, the easy
conquest of Lorengau and the tough battle for Rossum.
1990, US Army Center of Military History, <1415-01-G-01> viii +
151pp, 40 photos, 16 maps, vg, CARD
£15.00
QF-1251 ~ AMERICAN FORCES IN ACTION: FROM THE
VOLTURNO TO THE WINTER LINE ~
The US Fifth Army in Italy in the winter of 1943. An account of
the advance from the Volturno to the Winter Line in front of the
Cassino position and the battles it fought.
1990, US Army Center of Military History, 008029001977,
<5696-01-G-01> x + 119pp, 36 photos, 30 maps, vg, CARD £12.00
QF-1252 ~ AMERICAN FORCES IN ACTION: GUAM ~
The 77th US Infantry Division's action to take Guam in the
Pacific in WWII. The assault landing, the pursuit to the north,
Barrigada, the attack on Yigo and the final battles.
1990, US Army Center of Military History, <1414-01-G-01> vii +
137pp, 34 illustrations, 27 maps, vg, CARD
£15.00
QF-1253 ~ EPIC STORIES OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR ~
Twenty six abridged classic stories from WWII including the
Dambusters, The Wooden Horse,The White Rabbit, Reach For
the Sky and The Naked Island
1957, Odhams Press, <18229-01-G-01> 318pp, bookplate on front
pastedown ow vg with red boards ,
£5.00
QF-1254 ~ FROM TROMBAY TO CHANGI ~
A record of the Arakan Coastal Forces in World War II, the
MTB and MLs of the Royal Navy, Royal Indian Navy and the
South African Naval Force 1942-1945, operating against the
Japanese in coastal and river waters of Burma. Activities
included supporting intelligence gathering, landings and
attacking coastal shipping. Appendices include operational
orders and reports.
1987, Private Publication, <29-01-G-01> 229pp appendices, photos,
drawings, maps, Good. Card covers rubbed and slightly creased at the
edges, CARD
£20.00
QF-1255 ~ MARINES IN WORLD WAR II:
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: A DIFFERENT
WAR: EUROPE & N AFRICA
The US Marine Corps in Europe and North Africa in WWII.
Includes sections on the security detachments and observers,
covert duties and more.
1995, Marine Corps Hist. Branch, <22994-01-G-01> 33pp, 43
photos, 2 maps, Very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: ACROSS
THE REEF - TARAWA
The assault in Summer, 1943 by the 2nd US Marine Division on
the Pacific island which was held by units of the Imperial
Japanese Navy's highly trained and well equipped "Special Naval
Landing Force". Of its 4856 men, only 17 wounded Japanese
surrendered. Tarawa was one of the bloodiest Marine operations
in WWII.
photos, 8 maps, very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
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operation was such that the Marines adopted the badge of the
UK's 79th Infantry Division.
photos, illustrations, very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: THE RIGHT TO FIGHT
Some sixty four Black Marine Units were activated in WWII.
The 51st Defense Battalion served, as did many other units, in the
Pacific Campaigns including Guam, Saipan, Tinian, Peleliu, Iwo
Jima and others.
photos, map, Very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: UP THE SLOT
The record of the US Marines Corps, ground and aviation units
in the Central Solomons, 1943-44.
photos, 7 maps, table, covers rubbed ow vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1268 ~ MOBILIZATION ~
The mobilization of the US Army in WWII. Looks at the pre War
planning for Manpower, industry, the munitions program,
Construction, the Victory Program and Wartime Management.
1994, US Army Center of Military History, <21948-01-G-01> 23pp,
7 illustrations, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1269 ~ THE EIGHTY-NINTH DIVISION, 1942-1945 ~
The US Army Eighty-Ninth Division was activated in 1942. It was
attached to the XII and VIII Corps in Europe and fought in the
Moselle region and Bullay area, made an assault crossing of the
Rhine, and then drove through Germany via Gotha, Eurfurt, and
Jena to Chemnitz.
1980, Battery Press, 0898390311,<3754-01-G-01> 270pp, 287
photos, 10 maps, slight storage wear,
£36.00
QF-1270 ~ THE HELLCATS: 12TH ARMORED
DIVISION 1942-1945 ~
A reprint of the comprehensive history of this US Division. They
fought in France, including Colmar, Bischwiller, Birkenfeld,
Rhine, Erbach, Wurzburg, Donaworth, and into Austria.
1978, Battery Press, reprint, ,<3679-01-G-01> 95pp, 105 photos, 4
maps, combat chronology, large format, vg,
£24.00
XN-2691 ~ ALONG THE NEVA ~
by Edgar Alcidi
German Paratroops of the 1st Battalion, 3rd Fallschirmjager
Regiment on the Russian Front, September to November, 1941.
This book presents in words and images the first operational use
of German paratroopers in the Russian campaign, and also the
first time they served as conventional infantry. It describes the
horrific weather, and unspeakable living and fighting conditions
endured by these elite soldiers who were deployed in the trenches
near the Neva River in northern Russia. Outnumbered in men
and equipment, they fought bravely and with distinction.
2010, Schiffer Publications, 9780764336577,<36300-01-G-01>
Large format, 126pp, c150 colour & b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£49.95
QF-1271 ~ MEN AT ARNHEM ~
by Tom Angus MC
The recollections of a Parachute Battalion Company commander
at Arnhem and the battle he fought at Oosterbeek with the
remnants of his battalion. Only forty-six survived to reach British
lines, all the others being killed or captured.
1977, Leo Cooper, 0850522153,<4918-02-G-01> 208pp, 2 maps,
table, g in chipped, repaired d/w,
£10.00
QF-1272 ~ CHRONOLOGY OF WORLD WAR II: THE DAY
BY DAY ILLUSTRATED RECORD, 1939-1945
by Christopher Argyle
A detailed chronology from the German invasion of Poland in
1939 until termination of the "State of Hostilities with the Axis"
in 1946. A day by day account of the war with sections on the
land, air, sea wars and the home front.
1982, Book Club Associates, <17618-02-G-01> 201pp, 140
illustrations, maps. Large format, Faded spine ow good in d/w, £7.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: BLOODY BEACHES
The operations and battles of the US 1st Marine Division in the
Peleliu campaign of September 1944. Includes the revised
Japanese tactics, US Naval gun support, Special Reef-Crossing
Techniques and more.
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES:
BREAKING THE OUTER RING
The official account of US Marine Corps landings in the Marshal
islands including Eniwetok and Kwajalein and Roi-Namur.
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: CAPE
GLOUCESTER THE GREEN INFERNO
An account of the New Britain operations of the units of the US
Marines of the 1st Division in 1943 and 1944.
illustrations, 5 maps, Very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: CONDITION RED
An account of the US Marine Battalions who defended Wake
Island and Midway, as well as defending the beachheads during
amphibious assaults. Some twenty battalions were raised, and
brief histories of each are included.
1996, Marine Corps Hist. Branch, <26467-01-G-01> 33pp , 35
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: FIRST
OFFENSIVE : GUADALCANAL
An account of the 1st US Marine Division in the bitter 1942
Guadalcanal Campaign. Includes essays on the infamous
"George Medal", Sgt. Major Sir J Vouza GM, the Japanese
50mm Grenade launcher, the 75mm Howitzer, the Reising Gun,
the 37mm Anti-Tank Gun, the 1st Marine Div Patch, Coast
Watchers and more.
photos, maps, Very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: FREE A MARINE TO FIGHT
Women Marines in WWII. This study examines their roles and
the development of their uniforms and includes photos
illustrating their activities.
1994, Marine Corps Hist. Branch, 19000312900,<22502-01-G-01>
41pp, 61 photos, Very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: INFAMOUS DAY:
PEARL HARBOR
The experiences of US Marines on the day of the Japanese attack,
on board ships, on shore and on the airfields. Includes
contemporary photos.
photos, 2 maps, very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: OPENING MOVES:
GEAR UP FOR WAR
An account of the US Marine Corps preparations at the outset of
WWII. Includes sections on the amphibious experiences,
equipment, training, leadership, air operations and more.
photos, maps, very good in paper covers, CARD
£6.00
COMMEMORATIVE SERIES: OUTPOST IN
THE NORTH ATLANTIC
The US 1st Marine Brigade and its service in Iceland 1941-42.
This was one of the very few occasions that US Marine Corps
units served alongside the British Army in WWII. The co-
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Normandy operations. Includes colour unit badges and Order of
Battle.
2004, Editions Heimdal, 284048191X,<36354-01-G-01> Large
format, 459pp, c4000 colour & b/w illustrations, As new in
protected illustrated boards,
£36.00
QF-1280 ~ LES CANADIENS FACE A LA HITLERJUGEND ~
by Georges Bernage
An account of the battles of the 12 SS-Panzer Division,
Hitlerjugend, against Canadian Divisions which took place
between 7th June and 11th July, 1944 in the Ardennes Abbaye
sector, otherwise known as "Bloody Buron". French text.
1991, Editions Heimdal, 290217179X,<407-02-G-01> Large format,
80pp, 150 colour & b&w photos, maps, Very good in illustrated
boards, Fr.text,
£16.00
QF-1281 ~THE BATTLE OF ALAMEIN:TURNING POINT OF
WORLD WAR II ~ by John Bierman and Colin Smith
The authors look at the campaigns of the desert war from the
Italian invasion of Egypt in September 1940 to the mass
surrender of the Axis forces in Tunisia in May 1943.
2002, 0670030406,<36314-01-G-01> 478pp illustrations, map,
very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1282 ~ ANZIO: THE GAMBLE THAT FAILED ~
by Martin Blumenson
Based on both Allied and German records, this book examines
the tragic and probably unnecessary battle in the controversial
Italian campaign of WWII.
1963, Weidenfeld & Nicolson, <30059-01-G-01> 204pp,
illustrations, maps, Author's Note, index, Used. tape on d/w,
£8.00
XN-2692 ~ THE LOSS OF JAVA ~
by P C Boer
The final battles for the possession of Java fought by Allied Air,
Naval and Land forces from 18th February to 7th March, 1942.
The generally accepted idea is that the Allies were ineffective in
their fight against the Japanese invaders. In fact the Japanese
suffered serious losses. Japanese commanders consciously took
steps that exposed their forces to great risk, however the tactic
succeeded in putting the Allies under great pressure. In the end
the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army (KNIL) and the allied
forces capitulated on 8th March.
2011, Singapore Univ Press, 9789971695132,<35615-01-G-01>
610pp, maps, tables, illustrations, New, CARD
£39.00
QF-1283 ~ SLAUGHTERHOUSE: THE HANDBOOK
OF THE EASTERN FRONT ~ by Keith E Bonn
The first book of its kind to present a history of the Eastern
Front that includes up-to-date information culled from longsealed archives and synthesized by some of the foremost
historians of the Soviet and German militaries. Includes a
chronology of events, with nine detailed maps, thumbnail
histories of Axis and Red Army units plus highly-detailed
organizational diagrams of 55 types of Axis and Red Army
divisions and comprehensive performance data and comparisons
of hundreds of small arms, mortars, artillery, tanks, assault guns
and combat aircraft
2005, Aberjona Press, 097176509X,<36371-01-G-01> 512pp.
illustrations, maps, Unread, shelfwear only, CARD
£15.00
QF-1284 ~ GERMANY AND THE SECOND
WORLD WAR VOL.6 ~ by Horst Boog et al
The Global War. This is the sixth volume in the Oxford
University Press comprehensive and authoritative series. It deals
with the extension from a European into a global war in the
period from 1941 to 1943 and focuses on the politics, strategy,
and operations of the belligerent powers as Germany lost the
initiative to the Allies, representing both in content and in
composition, the climax and turning points of the war.
See also Catalogue Nos. QF-1294, QF-1344 and QF-1376
2001, Oxford University Press, 0198228880,<30659-01-G-01>
1301pp. illustrations, maps, Very good in d/w,
£150.00
QF-1285 ~ MONTGOMERY AND
THE BATTLE OF NORMANDY
Edited by Stephen Brooks
Montgomery's conduct of the campaign has long been a
controversial subject. This volume provides an opportunity to
QF-1273 ~ MUSTANG: COMBAT MARINE ~
by Colonel G P Averill
A US Marine Officer's experiences in WWII as a parachute
raider in the Solomons, and the Iwo Jima campaign with the 5th
Marine Division. He also served with distinction in Korea, taking
part in Operations Ripper and Rugged, part of Operation
Courageous, the advance of UN Troops to the 38th Parallel thus
defeating the North Korean and Chinese People's Liberation
Armies in the north.
1987, Presidio Press, 0891412751,<5627-01-G-01> xii + 314pp, 16
photos, 8 maps, vg in rubbed d/w,
£20.00
QF-1274 ~ THE SIGN OF THE DOUBLE 'T' ~
by Barrie S Barnes
Signed by the author. The 50th Northumbrian Division, July
1943 to December, 1944. A highly acclaimed account of the
Division's training for and participation in the landings in Sicily
and the D-Day Normandy invasion. The battle descriptions in the
book are quite fantastic. The author recreates scenes and
captures the atmosphere of the moment with an impeccable style,
allowing the reader a unique vision of every military action. The
book is the product of much research and utilises invaluable first
hand material.
2008, Sentinel Press, 9780953426201,<35203-01-G-01> 230p, c50
b/w photos, illustrations, & maps, New, CARD
£14.99
QF-1275 ~ THE HISTORY OF WORLD WAR II ~
by Lieutenant-Colonel E Bauer
Revised edition. An authoritative history of the entire war, from
the aftermath of Munich and the Pact of Steel, to the surrender
of Japan. The author, a highly respected Swiss historian, has
written a balanced and objective account
1979, 0856130249,<12666-01-G-01> 690pp, 600 photos, maps,
large format, Good in torn d/w,
£18.99
QF-1276 ~FIVE ROADS TO FREEDOM ~by George Beeson MM
The author was decorated for his escape attempts in WWII as
well as his work with the French Resistance. He was captured by
the Germans in 1940 and made persistent attempts to escape
from POW camps in Poland and Germany. He found himself
with the French Resistance and made it back to England in 1944.
1977, Leo Cooper, 0850522307,<13237-01-G-01> 123pp, 10
illustrations, vg in faded d/w,
£12.00
QF-1277 ~ THE BATTLE FOR NORMANDY ~
by Eversley Belfield and H Essame
An excellent account of the battles from 7th June to the end of
August 1944. Over two million men fought in the protracted
actions. The author examines the controversial issues of the
campaign including the Epsom and Goodwood offensives, the
German drive towards Avranches and the Battle of the Falaise
Pocket.
1965, Batsford, 1st edition, ,<65-01-G-01> 239pp, 28 illustations, 10
maps, appendices, bibliography, index, Used. d/w rubbed. prev.
owner inscription inside cover,
£12.00
QF-1278 ~ BREACHING FORTRESS EUROPE ~ by Sid Berger
The story of the special assault engineering units of the US Army
during the Normandy Invasion WWII, the Special Brigades and
Combat Engineering Battalions. Their contribution was vital in
breaching the German defences, dealing with mines, demolitions
and obstacles. Includes four colour maps loosely inserted
including the Top Secret 'Bigot' Map.
1994, Kendall/Hunt Pub Co, 0840395167,<21588-01-G-01> xiv +
271pp, 57 photos, 25 drawings, 6 maps, diagrams & tables, near fine,
varnished, CARD
£12.00
QF-1279 ~ FIRST US ARMY: NORMANDY
1944 MEMORIAL ALBUM ~ by Georges Bernage
A splendid, English language edition of Georges Bernage's
acclaimed illustrated account of the actions of the US first Army
following their landings in Normandy from 6th June, 1944.
Packed with several thousand black and white photographs as
well as several hundred maps,
illustrations,
and rare
contemporary images in full colour, this is an absolutely
indispensible volume for historians and students of the
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c1941, Lindsay Drummond, Europe Under the Nazis Series. <1300201-G-01> vi + 138pp, photos, Blue boards marked and rubbed. prev.
owner inscription. Fair,
£12.00
WORLD WAR: VOLUME 1 ~ by Wilhelm Deist et al
Originally published in German. This is the first volume of a tenvolume history of WWII as seen from the German perspective. It
is effectively the German official history of WWII. The first
volume surveys the forces that produced Hitler, the systematic
preparation for war from the outset of Nazi rule and the impact
of Hitler on industry and the Armed Forces. The book
demonstrates that at the outbreak of war, despite Nazi
propaganda, the German people did not welcome war.
1990, Oxford University Press, 019822866X,<7296-01-G-01>
820pp, 9 maps, very good in d/w,
£130.00
QF-1295 ~ MONTY'S IRON SIDES ~
by Patrick Delaforce
The history of the 3rd {British} Infantry Division in the North
West European Campaign 1944-45. The story follows the
Division from the Normandy beaches to Bremen.
1999, Chancellor Press, 0753702630,<22301-02-G-01> 214pp, over
40 illustrations, 12 maps, bibliography, appendices, index, New,
£12.00
QF-1296 ~ MONTY'S MARAUDERS ~
The Black Rats (4th Independent Armoured Brigade) and Red
Foxes (8th Independent Armoured Brigade) served in the WWII
North African Campaigns and later in North West Europe. The
book is based on the experiences of former members and
supported by an historical narrative.
2000, Chancellor Press, 0753703513,<26794-02-G-01> 224pp, 40
photos, 30 maps, bibliography, index, New,
£15.00
QF-1297 ~ THE POLAR BEARS ~
The history of the 49th Infantry Division from Normandy to the
German surrender in WWII. Units saw action briefly in the illfated Norwegian campaign, then garrisoned Iceland. Part of 21
Army Group, they fought from Normandy, liberated Le Havre,
operated in Belgium, took part in Arnhem-Market/Garden, and
liberated Utrecht and Hilversum.
1999, Chancellor Press, 0753702657,<22700-01-G-01> 234pp, over
40 illustrations, maps, appendices, bibliography, index, Very good
in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1298 ~ THE STORY OF WAKE ISLAND ~
by Colonel James P Devereux
The story of the defence of Wake Island in December, 1941 told
by the senior Marine officer. The Wake garrison was credited
with at least four enemy warships sunk plus eight more ships
damaged in a "last stand" engagement which is laid down in US
Marine Corps legend.
1997, Battery Press, 0898392640,<27539-01-G-01> 252pp, 13
photos, As new, £25.00
QF-1299 ~ PACIFIC MICROPHONE. ~
by William J Dunn
The recollections of a wartime CBS radio correspondent. He
visited Japan, China, Burma, and the Philippines before the
outbreak of war. In WWII he was an eyewitness to the campaigns
from the SW Pacific to Japan via Luzon, visited MacArthur, the
Burma Road and took part in bombing missions and amphibious
assaults. He was present at the Japanese surrender in Tokyo Bay.
1988, Texas A&M University Pres, 0890963398,<2056-01-G-01>
xiv + 399pp, 57 photos, 5 maps, index, storage wear only, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1300 ~ KURSK HITLER'S GAMBLE 1943 ~
by Walter S Dunn Jr.
The Battle that marked the turning point of the Second World
War in the East. In the summer of 1943 Germany unleashed a
major offensive on the Eastern Front and sparked the epic battle
of Kursk, which included the largest tank engagement in history.
The initial clashes between the German Tigers and Soviet T-34s
went well for the Germans but the Soviets counter-attacked and
eventually forced Hitler to end the operation with thousands
dead and wounded on both sides.
look at it through his contemporary writings supported by full
explanatory notes. All the most significant documents written by
Montgomery from January to August 1944 have been included
together with some of the incoming correspondence preserved in
his papers at the Imperial War Museum.
2008, The History Press, 9780750951234,<25967-01-G-01> 384pp,
Very good in d/w,
£24.00
QF-1286 ~ MONTGOMERY AND THE EIGHTH ARMY ~
Edited byStephen Brooks
Montgomery's letters, diaries, records and other papers from the
period August 1942 to December 1943 when he commanded the
8th Army. These are his often blunt and forthright,
contemporary record of the battles and operations of his forces.
1991, Army Records Society, 0370317238,<9575-01-G-01> 418pp,
ill, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1287 ~ BATTLE DRESS ~
by Gun Buster
A re-issue of another of Gun Buster's classic fictionalised
memoirs of life as an Artilleryman with the ill-fated British
Expeditionary Force in France in 1940.
1942, Hodder & Stoughton, <29836-01-G-01> 255pp, Rubbed
boards,
£6.00
QF-1288 ~ RETURN VIA DUNKIRK ~
by Gun Buster
Classic fictionalised memoir of a field artillery regiment of the
British Army during the battles before the Dunkirk evacuation.
1941, Hodder & Stoughton, <15283-01-G-01> 256pp, ep map, light
grey cloth, marked slightly. Good,
£6.00
QF-1289 ~ VICTORY SALVO ~
by Gun Buster
'Factional' stories of guns and gunners in WWII. 'Gun Buster'
wrote popular novelettes which were both patriotic, entertaining,
and based on the real experiences of British soldiers. It was
effective propoganda for the government
1946, Hodder & Stoughton, <30196-01-G-01> 190pp, red boards and
spine faded. small split at top of spine good,
£6.00
QF-1290 ~ EL ALAMEIN ~ by Brigadier Michael Carver DSO,MC
The author served in the North African Campaign in WWII and
has produced the definitive history of Alamein. Field Marshal
Michael Carver manages to convey with rare effect, the confusion
of war without sacrificing the pattern of the action. An impartial
account of Montgomery's defeat of Rommel's Afrika Korps
1979, Batsford, 3rd edition, 0713421487,<4838-01-G-01> 194pp, 36
illustrations, 6 maps, Battle Chronology, index, prev owner name on
endpaper. Spine faded on d/w.Good,
£10.00
QF-1291 ~ ATLANTIKWALL - LA MUR DE L'ATLANTIQUE
EN FRANCE 1940-1944 ~ by Alain Chazette and Alain Destouches
A scarce, sought after study of the immense defensive works built
by the Germans on the Atlantic Coast of France, from Belgium to
the Spanish frontier. Includes a detailed examination of the
fortresses, artillery batteries, and bunkers with full details of
locations and layouts. Packed with more than 1,000 black and
white photographs, maps and diagrams. Bumped on top corners,
otherwise very good. French text
1995, 2840480883,<24610-02-G-01> Large format, 480pp, photos,
maps & plans, Very good in pictorial boards. Bumped on top corners,
Fr.text,
£250.00
QF-1292 ~ A CHILD AT ARMS ~
by Patrick Davis
In November, 1943 the author was an 18 year old Subaltern in
the 3rd Gurkhas who, as part of Field Marshal Slim's Fourteenth
Army, drove the Japanese back across the Irrawaddy and laid
the foundation for the famous march to Rangoon.
1970, Hutchinson Publications, 0091024501,<7425-02-G-01> 258pp,
Good in good d/w,
£8.00
QF-1293 ~ HOLLAND FIGHTS THE NAZIS ~
by L De Jong
The story of the German invasion of Holland in 1940 and the
early resistance efforts against the German occupation and the
Dutch Nazis. The author was a former editor of the journal 'De
groene Amsterdammer'. The contemporary volume is divided
into three parts. Part One: Invasion. Part Two: Holland Fights
the Nazis. Part Three: Documents. A very collectible and unusual
book.
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1997, Praeger Publishers, 0275957330,<35767-02-G-01> , Green
Boards. Very good,
£25.00
QF-1301 ~ ONE DAY IN A VERY LONG WAR:
WEDNESDAY 25 OCTOBER 1944 ~ by John Ellis
An overview of a single day in the fifth year of WWII. The
conflict from the viewpoint of those who took part on all fronts in
both Allied and Axis forces. Includes The Battle of Leyte Gulf;
Hitler planning an Ardennes offensive; the Red Army erupts into
Eastern Europe; U-boats in the Atlantic; saturation bombing of
Essen and Hamburg; V2 rocket attacks on London; the
Manhattan Project; Communist guerrillas thrive in the Balkans
and China; the dreadful deeds at Auschwitz.
1998, Jonathan Cape, 0224042440,<30067-01-G-01> 593pp, 17
photos, maps, Notes & References, bibliography, index, vg in a
rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1302 ~ BRITISH ARMY HANDBOOK 1939-1945 ~
by George Forty
A comprehensive picture of the British Army from the early days
of the BEF, through the early years of defeat and struggle to the
eventual Allied victory in 1945. Fully illustrated with
photographs and line drawings. Topics include Mobilisation,
training, higher organisation and arms of the service, nondivisional units, HQs and staff, the combat arms, the services,
divisional organisations, weapons, equipment and tactics, ATS
and other Womens Corps, Appendices.
2000, Chancellor Press, 0753703327,<27787-01-G-01> 288pp, 200
illustrations, very good in d/w,
£24.00
QF-1303 ~ DESERT RATS AT WAR: NORTH AFRICA ~
by George Forty
The war in the western desert from the first encounters in 1940 to
the Axis surrender in Tunisia in 1943. The book is based on the
reminiscences of the men who fought there.
1977, Ian Allan, 071100661X,<19204-02-G-01> 192pp, 250 photos,
large format, Good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1304 ~ THE ARMIES OF GEORGE S PATTON ~
by George Forty
A comprehensive study of Patton's qualities as a leader and a
general. Looks at how he created and controlled the armies he
commanded in the Mediterranean and European Campaigns, his
ability as a planner, field commander and inspirational leader,
and the way he organized his units and maintained them in the
field.
1996, Arms & Armour Press, 1854092952,<24141-01-G-01> 268pp,
116 photos, 4 maps, vg in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1305 ~ THE BLITZKRIEG LEGEND:
THE 1940 CAMPAIGN IN THE WEST ~
by Karl-Heinz Frieser and John T. Greenwood
An illuminating German perspective on the decisive Blitzkrieg
campaign of 1940, this account provides the definitive
explanation for the rapid military collapse of France and Britain
on the European continent in 1940. In a little over a month,
Germany decisively defeated the Allies, a task that had not been
achieved in four years of brutal fighting during World War I.
First published in 1995 as the official German history of the
campaign, the book explodes many of the myths concerning
German Blitzkrieg warfare and the planning for the 1940
campaign.
2005, Naval Institute Press, 9781591142942,<36384-01-G-01>
496pp, 48 b/w photos, 46 colour maps, 16 charts/figures, New in d/w,
£30.00
XN-2693 ~ LE CORPS EXPÉDITIONNAIRE
FRANCAIS EN ITALIE ~ by Paul Gaujac
By July 1944, the soldiers of the French Expeditionary Force in
Italy had shaken off the bitter memories of their defeat in 1940,
by forcing through the German lines from Salerno, Naples and
Cassino, thus opening the road to Rome for the Allies. This
impressive book provides a detailed account of General Juin’s
men, their organization, equipment and daily life on the front.
Some twenty maps and hundreds of photographs are included.
French text.
2003, Histoire & Collections, 2913903932,<36324-02-G-01> Large
format, 175pp, c300 colour & b/w illustrations, New in illustrated
boards, Fr.text,
£17.99
QF-1306 ~ YOU CAN'T FIGHT TANKS WITH BAYONETS ~
by Allison B Gilmore
Pyschological Warfare against the Japanese Army in the
Southwest Pacific. The author makes a strong case for the
importance of psychological warfare (psywar) and marshals
evidence that Japanese military indoctrination was not proof
against demoralization and the survival instinct. The Pacific War
was particularly brutal, racist on both sides, and often fought
without regard to so-called civilized norms of warfare. She
focuses on combat propaganda and examines the objectives of the
psywar campaign.
1998, University Nebraska Press, 0803270895,<36277-01-G-01>
226pp. illustrations, .maps, Very good in card covers, CARD £8.00
QF-1307 ~ FROM THE DON TO THE DNEPR ~
by David M Glantz
The four major Soviet offensives that carried the Red Army from
the Don to Dnepr. From the great Stalingrad offensive of 1942 to
the summer of 1943, the German Army's remarkable counterstroke in February which stabilized the front until the Summer
battle of Kursk and the transition of the Red Army to an effective
and efficient armoured and mechanised strike weapon. Corner
crease on front cover and first few pages, otherwise good.
1991, Frank Cass, 0714640646,<5383-03-G-01> 450pp,
illustrations, map, appendices, notes, index, CARD
£26.00
QF-1308 ~ THE INITIAL PERIOD OF WAR
ON THE EASTERN FRONT ~ by David M Glantz
June and August 1941. The first critical period of the German
invasion of Russia. A revealing account based on German
eyewitness accounts as well as Soviet classified archive material
that has only just become available. A detailed account of the
battles on the western borders of the Soviet Union during the
first weeks of the invasion, as well as the two months of
operations on the vital Minsk-Smolensk axis
1993, Frank Cass, 0714633755,<14552-01-G-01> 526pp, 228 maps,
Very good + in like d/w,
£30.00
QF-1309 ~ VIKING OF ASSAULT: ADMIRAL JOHN LESSLIE
HALL JR. AND AMPHIBIOUS WARFARE
by Susan H Godson
Looking at Admiral Hall's influence in Operations during the
Second World War in the European Theater including North
Africa with Operation Torch and the advance through Italy with
Operation Husky, Operation Avalanche and the Normandy
landings. The Pacific Theater with Operation Iceberg and
Olympic.
1982, University Press of America, 0819121606,<20571-01-G-01>
235pp.Maps, Card covers marked. Good, CARD
£30.00
QF-1310 ~ BURMA 1942: THE JAPANESE INVASION ~
by Major-General Ian Lyall Grant and Doctor K Tamayama MBE
A comprehensive account of the First Burma Campaign using
extensive information from both sides. With chapters on the
British failure to provide an adequate defence for Burma, the
daring and efficiency of the Japanese invasion, the Chinese allies,
mistakes and achievements in the long, stubborn retreat and the
feats of the RAF in the face of overwhelming odds. Maj-Gen
Grant is a survivor of the campaign. His co-author, Dr
Tamayama, a scientist during the war, is a noted military
historian.
1998, Zampi Press, 0952108313,<27668-01-G-01> 390pp, 32 maps
(29 in full colour), 68 photos, near fine in d/w,
£60.00
QF-1311 ~ GUNNER GREEN'S WAR (1938 - 1946) ~
by L. J. Green
The story of Les Green is told with true 'squaddie' humour. In
the Middle East the British soldier's life is complicated by his
dealings with 'Johnny Arab' as members of the indiginous
population are known. The soldier's mood with regard to both
the enemy and his senior officers, is brilliantly captured, from the
siege of Tobruk to the occupation of a defeated Germany, where
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Pictorial boards damaged by 3 small indentations, small stain on
bottom page edges at the front of the book.
1996, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991355,<26354-01-G-01> 380pp, 150
photos, 80 maps, appendices,
£22.00
QF-1318 ~ NORMANDY: THE BRITISH BREAKOUT ~
by Major J J How MC
The crucial attack by the British between 30th July and 9th
August, 1944. The German commanders considered it to be a far
greater threat than the US attack at Avranches. As a result the
Germans poured all mobile panzer divisions into the central
front to halt the assault, and this in turn allowed the Americans
under Patton to advance unhindered.
1981, William Kimber, 0718301188,<17291-01-G-01> 238pp,
photos, maps, Used. Good in dw. d/w covered in sticky back plastic,
£20.00
QF-1319 ~ HILL 112: CORNERSTONE OF THE
NORMANDY CAMPAIGN ~ by Major J J How MC
Hill 112 was vital to the German defence against the Allied
invasion. This is the story of the six weeks of fierce fighting as
untried British soldiers advanced straight into battle with crack
Waffen-SS forces, concentrated to throw the Allies back into the
sea.
2004, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991819,<17198-01-G-01> 204pp, 70 b/w
photos, 15 maps, New in Illustrated boards,
£36.00
NORMANDY CAMPAIGN ~ by Major J.J. How MC
invasion.
1984, William Kimber, 071830540X,<17198-02-G-01> 223pp.
Maps. illustrations, Slight edgecreasing to d/w. Boards and text very
good,
£20.00
NORMANDY CAMPAIGN ~ by Major J.J. How MC
invasion.
1984, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991819,<17198-03-G-01> 204pp, 70 b/w
photos, 15 maps, Good. Used. Illustrated boards. Slight rippling of
pages,
£18.00
QF-1322 ~ BEATEN PATHS ARE SAFEST ~
by Roy Howard
From D-Day to the Ardennes, the memories of the 61st
Reconnaissance Regiment, 50th (TT) Northumbrian Division.
"Beaten Paths are Safest" was the regimental motto, and this
book tells their story. Roy Howard served with the regiment
through the period which saw 61st Recce land on “Gold Beach”
on D-Day, followed by continuous active service up to, and
including, the German Ardennes offensive when the 50th
Northumbrian Division, of which the Regiment was a part,
disbanded.
2004, Brewin Books, 1858582563,<32972-01-G-01> xii + 164pp, 63
b/w illustrations, New, CARD
£10.95
QF-1323 ~ THE GI'S WAR ~
by Edwin P Hoyt
A fascinating account of the experiences, battles, and campaigns
of American soldiers in Europe during World War II. The
author tells the story through the eyes of the soldiers who fought
it, unfolding chronologically from the summer of 1940 to VE Day
in May, 1945.
1991, Da Capo, 0306804484,<14751-01-G-01> 628pp, 29
illustrations, bibliography, index, vg in card covers, CARD
£10.00
XN-2695 ~ THE WAR IN THE MEDITERRANEAN 1940-1943 ~
by Bernard Ireland
An account of the bitter WWII campaign fought by Britain
against German and Italian forces to control the seas of the
Eastern Mediterranean. The author examines the sea and air
battles which directly affected the land campaign fought in the
Western Desert and considers the importance of Malta in the
destruction of supplies to the Axis forces in North Africa.
2004, Pen & Sword, 9781844150472,<17539-01-G-01> 224pp 33
photos, maps, New in d/w,
£19.95
demobilisation slows to a crawl and discipline begins to disappear
altogether. A superb memoir of an ordinary man in times of war.
1999, Pentland Press, 185821694X ,<36381-01-G-01> 420pp, b/w
ilustrations, New in d/w ,
£19.50
QF-1312 ~ THE CIVILIAN POPULATION AND THE
WARSAW UPRISING OF 1944 ~ by Joanna K M Hanson
This account based partly on primary sources from Britain and
Poland, is a new look from a different angle at one of the most
tragic episodes of the Second World War. For over 63 days the
inhabitants of Warsaw lived in difficult and dangerous
conditions. This book describes their lives and how they
organised themselves.
1982, Cambridge University Pres, 0521234212,<36313-01-G-01>
345pp.ills, Good in chipped d/w,
£30.00
XN-2694 ~ WALKING THE LONDON BLITZ ~ by Clive Harris
This is a fascinating and highly informative guidebook to
Britain's Capital, which will be invaluable to those who wish to
understand what Londoners went through during the Second
World War. By means of five easily manageable walks, the
reader is transported back to those dark days of devastating
destruction. The scale of the Luftwaffe raids becomes apparent
and the horror of Hitler's V-weapon attacks unfurls
2003, Pen & Sword, 9780850529609,<36273-01-G-01> 160pp,
£12.95
QF-1313 ~ OVERLORD: D-DAY AND THE
BATTLE FOR NORMANDY 1944 ~ by Max Hastings
Max Hastings's vivid account of the invasion of France in 1944
and the battles in Normandy to the breakout. Includes accounts
of the preparations, the assault on the beaches, the battle of Caen,
the Americans in the Bocage, the battle for Cherbourg, the
breakout battles and the destruction of the German Seventh
Army and Fifth Panzer Armies at Falaise. Dustjacket has faded
spine, page edges browning.
1984, Book Club Associates, <27353-04-G-01> Small Format, 368pp
68 photos, 11 maps, illustrations, spine faded, g in d/w,
£6.00
QF-1314 ~ ASSAULT ON MOSCOW 1941 ~
by Werner Haupt
Translated from the original German publication this is an
account of the Battle for Moscow in the Winter of 1941. It is the
story of the "Tiphoon" offensive, the German spearheads
reaching the outskirts of the city, and the Soviet counter-attacks
which finally repulsed the invaders
1996, Schiffer Publications, 0764301276,<24872-02-G-01> 260pp,
140 photos, includes some contemporary colour photos, very good in
d/w,
£20.00
QF-1315 ~ LEAVES FROM A SURVIVOR'S DIARY ~
by H K Herglotz
The author's experiences in the German Army of WWII. He tells
how he viewed the war and recounts first hand experience of
racial and ethnic hatred.
1993, Vantage Press, 0533105749 ,<20236-01-G-01> 225pp, photos,
maps, index, near fine in rubbed d/w,
£18.00
QF-1316 ~ THE BATTLE OF ARNHEM ~ by Christopher Hibbert
One of the best accounts of the famous WWII airborne operation
which tragically failed. The nine-day battle, fought in September
1944, was meant to hasten the end of the war. It turned into an
epic tragedy. Nine thousand British and Polish paratroopers
dropped behind German lines to capture and hold the bridges
over the Rhine ahead of the advancing Second Army. The result
was a disaster and nine days later only 2,000 paratroopers
escaped.
1998, Windrush Press, 1900624109,<1293-02-G-01> 207pp.ills,
Slightly faded card overs. Good, CARD
£7.00
QF-1317 ~ EAST FRONT DRAMA 1944 ~
by Rolfe Hinze
In June 1944, the Russian Army launched "Operation
Bagration", the largest offensive in military history—eclipsing
even D-Day in its enormity. In a matter of days, a hole hundreds
of miles wide was torn in the German front and Army Group
Center was destroyed, with more than 300,000 casualties. This is
a meticulous examination of how the German forces on the
Eastern Front, under the direction of Hitler’s favorite Field
Marshall, Walter Model, recovered from this shattering defeat.
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of the most brutal battles of the Western Front were fought in
Italy, most notably at Cassino which lasted nearly six months.
German forces in Italy did not surrender until 2 May 1945, only
6 days before the end of the war in Europe. An interesting
perspective from the German viewpoint.
b/w photos, 24 (mostly full-page) maps & 20 detailed appendices,
New in pictorial boards,
£52.00
QF-1330 ~ BATTLEGROUND ITALY, 1943-1945 ~
by Franz Kurowski
The German Armed Forces in the Battle for the “Boot”. In
September 1943 the Allies landed on the so-called “soft
underbelly” of Europe. A pre-owned copy
b/w photos, 24 (mostly full-page) maps & 20 detailed appendices,
Fine in pictorial boards,
£45.00
QF-1331 ~ DEADLOCK BEFORE MOSCOW: ARMY
GROUP CENTER 1942-1943 ~ by Franz Kurowski
The battles fought by German Army Group Center on the
Moscow Front and the Red Army's assaults in the Winter of 1942
to try and destroy the German Armies. From first-person
accounts and never before published documentation the author
tells the story of the terrible fighting in the face of overwhelming
odds, the turning point of the war in Russia
1992, Schiffer Publications, 088740412X,<15088-03-G-01> 375pp,
61 photos, 5 maps, wear on top rh corner. very good,
£18.00
QF-1332 ~ THE CANADIANS AT FALAISE
16TH/17TH AUGUST, 1944 ~ by Jean-Luc Leleu
This book recounts the ordeal of the civilians enduring the Allied
bombing, the state of the forces engaged in the battle, and the
extent of the street fighting in the ruined town. It is packed with
black and white action photos plus colour maps and plans.
2008, Ysec Editions, 9782846730563,<35201-01-G-01> 80pp, 74
b/w photos, 5 colour illustrations, & maps, New in card cover,
CARD
£10.00
QF-1333 ~ THE LIBERATION OF THE RIVIERA ~
by Peter Leslie
An account of The WWII French Resistance operations in the
South of France, and its leader, Ange-Marie Miniconi, and the
Resistance fighters whom he led. They fought with daring and
valour against the German occupiers. The book is based on
extensive research, including interviews with Miniconi himself.
1981, J M Dent & Sons, 0671610481,<9427-01-G-01> 254pp, 27
illustrations, , 4 maps, vg in chipped and torn dustwrapper, £12.00
QF-1334 ~ THE WAR ON THE CIVIL & MILITARY FRONTS
by Major-General George M Lindsay CB,CMG,DSO
The author's "Lees Knowles" lectures of 1942. Includes the
fundamentals of modern warfare, tactical sequence of armoured
attack and the problems from the German standpoint. Lindsay
draws on the North African and Russian experiences.
1942, Cambridge University Pres, <3426-01-G-01> xii + 112pp,
light spotting at the foredges, g/vg in chipped d/w,
£12.00
QF-1335 ~ I WOULDN'T HAVE MISSED IT ~
by Henry Longhurst
A contemporary account of the author's war service, as a driver,
a Royal Artillery Officer in Anti-Aircraft Command and finally
as an MP in wartime Britain.
1945, J M Dent & Sons, 1st edition, ,<10021-01-G-01> viii + 207pp,
illustration, black cloth rubbed, spine worn at the top, text g, £10.00
QF-1336 ~ THAT PEACE IN OUR TIME ~
by Peter Longstaff-Tyrrell
The defence of Sussex in World War II, one of the front line
counties of England. Includes comments on pill-boxes, resistance
units and also records of a cross section of remaining artefacts of
armed forces activity in the county during the two world wars.
1993, Gote House Graphics, 0952129701,<16799-01-G-01> 86pp, 70
photos, 56 drawings, 7 maps, Very good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1324 ~ WINTER WAR: FORGOTTEN IMAGES ~
by Bair Irincheev
This new book is a collection of previously unpublished images
from the Soviet-Finnish Winter War of 1939-40. It also includes
bunker blueprints plus magnificent colour paintings. The author
is a WWII historian and professional guide and is an expert on
the main locations of the fighting. Drawn from Russian and
Finnish archives, this is a truly unique collection of unpublished
photographs. The images illustrate the Karelian battlefield and
the book includes GPS coordinates of the featured bunkers. The
text is in four languages, English, Russian, Finnish and Swedish.
2010, Bair Travels, Helsinki, 978593678039,<36363-01-G-01>
Landscape format, 190pp, c800 b/w & colour photos, maps, plans &
paintings, New in illustrated boards,
£44.00
QF-1325 ~ FIGHTING THE BREAKOUT: THE GERMAN
ARMY IN NORMANDY FROM COBRA TO FALAISE GAP
Edited by David C Isby
This book charts the progress of the Allied breakout from
Normandy as told to Allied Intelligence officers as part of the
post war debriefing sessions of captive German Officers.
2004, Greenhill Books, 1853675849,<20437-01-G-01> 255pp.
illustrations, maps, Small tear on spine ow very good,
£16.00
XN-2696 ~ HITLER'S GULF WAR:
THE FIGHT FOR IRAQ 1941 ~ by Barrie G. James
In spring, 1941, on an isolated, indefensible airfield 55 miles from
Baghdad, a group of poorly armed and outnumbered RAF
airman, together with a few soldiers, outfought the much larger
and better equipped Iraqi forces who were aided by the Germans
and Italians. The engagement would prove to be the first real
defeat of the Germans in World War Two. Meanwhile a relief
column fought its way across a 500 mile barren desert in
temperatures approaching fifty degrees centigrade, to reach the
airfield. In a gigantic game of bluff less than fifteen hundred
soldiers supported by the RAF in their obsolete aircraft went on
to take Baghdad against odds of twenty to one.
2009, Pen & Sword, 9781848840904,<36303-01-G-01> 244pp, New
in d/w,
£19.99
QF-1326 ~ RUSSIAN GLORY ~
by Philip Jordan
The author was a special correspondent in Russia during the
early part of the Russo-German conflict in 1941. He witnessed
the impact of the German attack on the Russian people and its
armed forces. A contemporary volume.
1942, The Cresset Press, <24195-01-G-01> 181pp, Good in torn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1327 ~ RUSSIA AT WAR 1941-1945 ~ by Vladamir Karpov
A very well illustrated record of what WWII was like for the
Russian citizen, both in the Front Line and on the Home Front.
The photographs illustrate the weapons production, partisan
warfare, the atrocities, aerial combat and the battles including
Stalingrad and Kursk.
1988, Guild Publishing, Book Club edition, ,<19177-03-G-01> Large
format, 256pp, 300 photos, G in black boards (no d/w). Previous
owner's inscription at fep,
£8.00
QF-1328 ~ GREAT WEAPONS OF WORLD WAR II ~
by John Kirk and Robert Young Jr.
The authors describe the most famous weapons deployed in
terms of the historic roles they played. They include Italy's
human torpedos, the German '88' and weapons like the Garand
rifle. Over 300 planes, ships, tanks, small arms and artillery
weapons are illustrated and nearly 100 are discussed in detail.
Reference copy only. Well used. dustwrapper rubbed and torn.
Endpapers marked. Stains on page edges.
1961, Bonanza, <35177-01-G-01> 346pp. illustrations, d/w rubbed
and torn. Endpapers marked. Stains on page edges.Reference copy
only,
£8.00
QF-1329 ~ BATTLEGROUND ITALY, 1943-1945 ~
by Franz Kurowski
In September 1943 the Allies landed on the so-called “soft
underbelly” of Europe. The aim was to quickly knock Italy out of
the war, but the Germans, under the Kesselring, mounted a
tenacious and skillful defense in the mountainous terrain. Some
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and ejection from the Crimea. Includes numerous illustrations,
maps and Orders of Battle
1988, Valor Publishing, 0941052877,<5684-01-G-01> A4 format,
90pp, 61 maps, 45 charts, tables & illustrations, Very good with
slight edgewear, CARD
£15.00
QF-1343 ~ RUSSO-GERMAN WAR: BALKANS NOVEMBER
1940 - NOVEMBER 1944 (#36) ~ by W Victor Madeja
An indespensable guide for wargamers and general military
historians covering German operations in the Balkans. Includes
the conquest of Yugoslavia and Greece, the attack on Crete, the
rise of the partisan movements, the defection of Italy, the
Partisan War and the arrival of the Red Army. Features
numerous illustrations, maps and Orders of Battle
122pp, 78 maps, charts & tables, Marks on cover. Good, CARD
£15.00
WORLD WAR: VOLUME 2 ~ by Klaus A Maier et al
OUP's comprehensive history. thsi volume covers Germany's
initial conquests in Europe, the first year of the war. Hitler's war
aims and policy both immediate and long term and the military
operations of the Wehrmacht which culminated in the total
domination of Europe.
1991, Oxford University Press, 0198228856,<7783-01-G-01> 444pp,
maps, figs & diagrams, Very good in d/w,
£100.00
QF-1345 ~ PAVEL'S LETTERS ~
by Monika Maron
When the author's mother found a collection of letters from her
father written from the ghetto during the Second World War and
her and her siblings letters to him, she had no memory of having
written them or of the events described.
2002, Harvill, 186046629X,<35050-01-G-01> 142pp. illustrations,
Good. Creased card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1346 ~ UNCOMMON VALOR ~
by George McMillan et al
The story of six US Marine Corps fighting divisions in World
War II. The First and Second Divisions were composed mainly of
regulars and highly trained reservists, the Third Division was the
first of the strictly wartime units, and the first island many of the
men of the Fourth Division ever saw was the one they had come
to sieze, the Fifth had only one campaign to its credit but suffered
the highest casualties of any unit of comparable size in a single
operation, and the Sixth was formed in the field from a
combination of new and veteran units.
1986, Battery Press, 089839094X,<6500-01-G-01> 256pp, 24
illustrations, maps, New in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1347 ~ NORMANDY TO THE BALTIC ~
by Field Marshal Viscount Bernard Montgomery
Montogomery's account of the campaign of the 21st Army Group
1944-5. Covers the planning of Operation Overlord, the
Normandy battles, the advance to the German frontier, the
Ardennes, the Rhineland, and the advance to the Elbe.
1958, Hutchinson Publications, <26722-03-G-01> xiv + 226pp foldout map, Good in green boards,
£8.00
QF-1348 ~ HELL'S GATE: THE BATTLE OF THE
CHERKASSY POCKET JANUARY TO FEBRUARY 1944
by Douglas E Nash
It was at the Battle of Cherkassy (the Korsun Pocket) that
German strength in the Ukraine finally drained away, allowing
the victorious Soviet advance into Poland, Romania and the
Balkans in Summer, 1944. To the 60,000 German soldiers who
were encircled there in January 1944, this was one of the most
brutal battles ever experienced - thirty-four percent of them
would not escape. This is a riveting hour-by-hour account of the
desperate struggle in the words of the men who risked the
roaring waters of the Gniloy Tickich River to avoid certain death
at Soviet hands.
2002, RZM Publishing, 0965758435,<31258-02-G-01> Large
format, 417pp, 220 photos, 14 maps, Very good in good d/w, £30.00
QF-1337 ~ EXPERIENCES OF WAR:
THE BRITISH SOLDIER ~ by James Lucas
A study of the British Soldier in WWII - his experiences during
the major campaigns including France, North Africa, Italy,
North West Europe, the Far East and other theatres.
1989, Arms & Armour Press, 0853688931,<1198-01-G-01> 146pp,
58 photos, index, vg in rubbed and edge-worn d/w,
£8.00
XN-2697 ~ HITLER'S PRE-EMPTIVE WAR: THE
BATTLE FOR NORWAY, 1940 ~ by Henrik O. Lunde
After Hitler conquered Poland the British began to exert control
of the coastline of neutral Norway, an action that threatened to
cut off Germany’s iron-ore conduit to Sweden. The Germans
quickly responded with a dizzying series of assaults. Airlifted
infantry, mountain troops and paratroopers seized Norwegian
strong points, forestalling larger Allied units. The German navy
also set sail ensuring that key harbours could be held. The air,
airborne, naval, amphibious, infantry, armoured and commando
aspects of this brief but violent campaign are covered in
meticulous detail.
2009, Casemate, 9781932033922,<36299-01-G-01> 590pp, 29 b/w
photos, 15 maps, tables, New in d/w,
£25.00
QF-1338 ~ RED ARMY ORDER OF BATTLE. 1941-43 ~
by Victor Madej
A listing of units, tables of organisation of The Infantry, Guards,
Mountain Troops, NKVO, Tank Armies, Mechanised Divisions
and Brigades, and Artillery Units.
1983, Game Marketing, 0941052117,<4395-01-G-01> 198pp, 50
tables & charts, Good in creased card covers. Bookplate inside
cover, CARD
£10.00
QF-1339 ~ ITALIAN ARMY ORDER OF BATTLE:
1940-44 (#9) ~ by Victor Madeja
"Between Fascism and Monarchy" in the 1940-44 period Revised
second edition. There are new chapters on the Italian High
Command, basic structure of the army, unit histories (including
where captured) plus an Insight into the US betrayal of
September ’43 that handed Germany 80 divisions. Additionally
the following are covered: History of Major Army Commands,
Divisional Organization and Histories, Combat and Service
Branch Units plus Fascist Militia Units. Includes 6 Color Plates
illustrating 25 uniforms
1990, Valor Publishing, Revised second edition, 0941052591,<439903-G-01> 198pp, Charts & Tables, Maps, Appendices, Near fine in
card covers, CARD
£40.00
QF-1340 ~ RUSSO-GERMAN WAR 1941-1945: AUTUMN
1944 - 25 JANUARY 1945 (#34) ~ by W Victor Madeja
historians. Includes Army Group North trapped, the Courland
Pocket, collapse of Army Group Center, the Defeat of Army
Group A, Army Group F and the Balkans, Partisan Warfare.
78pp, 56 maps, 33 charts & tables, orders of battle, Edgewear on
card covers. Good, CARD
£20.00
QF-1341 ~ RUSSO-GERMAN WAR 1941-1945: SUMMERAUTUMN 1943 (#31) ~ by W Victor Madeja
historians. Includes the operations of Army Groups North,
Center and South. Includes Operation Citadel, defending the
Panther Line, the Russian counter attacks, Sixth Army's defence
of the Mius River Line, and the Germans lose the race for the
Dnepr.
94pp, 65 maps, charts & tables, orders of battle, Good. Some
wrinkling, marks on top page edges, CARD
£15.00
QF-1342 ~ RUSSO-GERMAN WAR
WINTER-SPRING 1944 (#32) ~ by W Victor Madeja
historians. Includes Army Group North, Center and South.
Includes accounts of 1st Panzer Army's encirclement and
breakout, the destruction of Stemmerman's Army at Korsun, the
decimation of the Romanian Armies and the 17th Army's defeat
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QF-1349 ~ FALLSCHIRMJAGER IN CRETE ~
by Jean-Yves Nasse
Operation 'Mercury', the 1941 invasion of Crete by German
Airborne Forces has become the model for all subsequent
twentieth century air assaults. Crete was major strategic
objective occupying a pivotal position in the Mediterranean
theatre. The Allies expected an Axis seaborne invasion to capture
it, but a lightning strike by crack airborne troops took the island
in hours and the Luftwaffe's dominance of skies ensured no
Allied naval retaliation. This volume looks at the operation’s
planning andorganisation.
2002, Histoire & Collections, 2913903371,<31875-02-G-01> Large
format, 160pp, c400 b/w & colour illustrations, New in pictorial
boards ,
£15.99
QF-1350 ~ ESCAPE TO DANGER ~
by F Nattages
The escape of the author from Paris after the Fall of France in
1940, via North Africa, the Sahara and West Africa to join the
Free French Forces in England. Brief Foreword by General de
Gaulle. Slight foxing on page fore-edges but otherwise a good
copy of a very scarce book.
1942, Harrap & Co Ltd, 1st edition, ,<12414-01-G-01> 198pp, ep
map, green cloth rubbed at edges, ragged d/w, overall Good, £25.00
QF-1351 ~ GERMAN BATTLE TACTICS ON THE
RUSSIAN FRONT 1941-1945 ~ by Steven H Newton
Ten studies from original German sources describing the battles
and operations on the Eastern Front in WWII. The XXI Panzer
Corps attack on Moscow, the relief of the Demyansk Pocket,
Kursk - an analysis of the failures. How a top German General
tried to interest Patton in a war with Russia. Also accounts of
attacks, defences, operations of infantry panzer and cavalry
units.
1994, Schiffer Publications, 0887405827,<19922-02-G-01> 320pp,
20 maps, Very good in good d/w - rubbed and creased at edges,
£14.00
QF-1352 ~ KURSK THE GERMAN VIEW ~ by Steven H Newton
Drawing on studies commissioned by the US Army immediately
after the Second World aWar the author provides a fresh
translation of reports given by German Commanders at Kursk.
These detailed first hand accounts are annotated with extensive
commentary based on Wehrmacht archival material to produce a
pentrating analysis.
2002, 0306811502,<16305-01-G-01> 484pp. maps, Slight creasing
on d/w, ow near fine,
£18.00
QF-1353 ~ TALES BY JAPANESE SOLDIERS ~
by John Nunneley and Kazuo Tamayama
Sixty two tales translated from the original Japanese, trace the
Burma campaign in chronological sequence from a new
perspective. This book tells how the common soldier of the
Imperial japanese Army lived, fought and died.
2000, Cassell, 0304355283,<36318-01-G-01> 254pp, Label mark on
front of d/w. Good,
£8.00
QF-1354 ~ WINGED STALLION ~
by Michael Packe
An account of the author's experiences in the First Airborne
Forces in WWII. He took part in operations in North Africa,
Sicily and Arnhem.
1988, Blandford Press, 0713720379,<7098-01-G-01> 252pp, vg in
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1355 ~ BLITZKRIEG À L'OUEST MAI - JUIN 1940:
ALBUM MEMORIAL ~ by Jean-Paul Pallud
An extensively illustrated, French language history of the
German 'Blitzkrieg' which commenced in May, 1940 and
culminated the following month with the evacuation of the
British Expeditionary Force (BEF) plus many French and
Belgian Soldiers from the beaches at Dunkirk in Operation
Dynamo. The campaign resulted in the partition of France into
the northern occupied zone, and the unoccupied Vichy state in
the south. The book features more than 1,000 colour and black
and white photos, maps and Orders of Battle. French text.
2000, Editions Heimdal, 2840481391,<36356-01-G-01> Large
format, 480pp, c1000 b/w & 53 colur illustrations, As new in
protected illustrated boards, Fr.text,
£110.00
QF-1356 ~ ZWISCHEN ITALIEN UND AFRIKA ~
by Peter Paus and H W Schmidt
Kampfschilderungen vom Krieg im Mittelmeerraum. "Combat
descriptions of the war in the Mediterranean area" German text
1978, Pabel Verlag, 3811801325,<30159-01-G-01> 324pp, map,
drawing, vg in d/w, Ger.text,
£12.00
QF-1357 ~ THE BRITISH ARMY 1939-1945: BRITISH
EXPEDITIONARY FORCE ORGANISATION AND
ORDER OF BATTLE, VOL.1 ~ by Alan Philson
As at 10th May, 1940. Includes OOB of GHQ troops including
unit strengths and War Establishment tables of units assigned to
GHQ including armoured, artillery, engineer, signals, medical,
supply, and transport units
2005, Military Press , 0854209352,<33029-01-G-01> A4 format,
170pp, New in card covers, CARD
£19.99
As at 10th May, 1940. Includes strengths of Corps units, War
Establishment tables of units assigned to Corps not covered in
Volume 1, detailed tables of infantry and motor divisions.
156pp, New, CARD
£19.99
As at 10th May, 1940. Includes detailed Order of Battle of the
Lines of Communication districts and units (including RAF
ground and air units), War Establishment tables of the units
assigned to the LoC, later additions to the OOB and the BEF
south of the Somme, and War Establishment tables of units
(including the Armoured Division).
2006, Military Press , 978085420766X,<33490-01-G-01> A4 format,
135pp, map, tables, New, CARD
£19.99
As at 10th May, 1940. Includes The Armoured Division
Organisation, Histories of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 12th, 23rd,
42nd and 44th Infantry Divisions, unit abbreviations, military
symbols, plus amendments to earlier volumes.
147pp, tables, New, CARD
£19.99
As at 10th May, 1940. Includes: Divisions - 46th, 48th, 50th, 51st,
52nd, Beauman, 1st Armoured, 1st Canadian Tank Brigade.
GHQ Armoured Units - 1st Army Tank Brigade, 1st and 2nd
Armoured Reconnaissance Brigades, 12th Lancers, Hopkinson
Military Mission, (The Phantom Brigade), 20th Guards Brigade,
30th Brigade, Macforce, Petreforce, Usherforce, Woodforce.
GHQ Artillery Units - I, II and III Corps Merdium Artillery,1st,
2d, 3rd, 4th and 12th AA Brigades, 5th Searchlight Brigade.
Other information plus index to Units in Volumes 1,2,3,4 and 5
144pp, maps, tables, New, CARD
£19.99
Operational Maps: 51 coloured maps illustrate the positions of
British Army units from mid May to June 1940. From the Dyle to
Dunkirk, and including Arras, Boulogne, and Calais. Included
are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 23, 44, 48, 50 and 51 Divisions, as well as 1
Armoured Division and Beauman Division, as well as Artillery
units in the Dyle, Escaut and Ypres-Comines area.
54pp, 51 colour maps, New, CARD
£26.99
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the operations and why the outcome was so often different from
the expectations.
1997, Frank Cass, 0714641944,<23193-01-G-01> 204pp, maps,
bibliography, index, Good in card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1371 ~ THE BATTLE FOR STALINGRAD: THE 1943
SOVIET GENERAL STAFF STUDY ~ by Louis Rotundo
An extremely scarce translation of the hitherto secret Soviet
General Staff study on the Battle of Stalingrad. It was produced
as a practical manual for Battalion and Regimental commanders,
from the lessons learnt from the battle. The book includes studies
on the operations of the 5th Tank Army's mobile groups, the
Kotelnikova operation, the use of cavalry, artillery, engineering
troops and aviation assets in the action.
1989, Brassey's, 0080359744,<1116-01-G-01> 340pp, maps, Fine in
decorative boards,
£200.00
QF-1372 ~ WARS OF THE UNITED STATES VOL. 10 :
THE WAR AGAINST JAPAN 1941-1945 AN
ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY ~ by John J Sbrega
Over 5200 entries of primary and secondary sources published
up to December 1987. Presented in six broad categories with
extensive sub sections. An essential reference compiled by a
respected scholar.
1989, Garland Publishing Inc, 0824089405,<2355-01-G-01> xxv +
1050pp, Blue Boards very good,
£60.00
QF-1373 ~ INVASION OF ENGLAND 1940 ~
by Peter Schenk
One of the most detailed studies on "Operation Sealion" to be
published. An examination of the operational plans of the
German Armed Forces and their strategic preparations including
an analysis of the equipment and shipping required. An invasion
fleet of some 4000 vessels was prepared in less than two months.
Based on German records and archives
1990, Conway, 0851775489,<9502-01-G-01> 350pp, 130 photos, 16
drawings, maps, Very good + in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1374 ~ WITH ROMMEL IN THE DESERT ~
by H W Schmidt
The author was Rommel's personal aid in N Africa in WWII and
he later went on to commanded a Battalion in "Special Group
88". He took part in the battles from El Aghelia to El Alamein, as
well as Tobruk, and the Kassarine Pass. A re-issue of a famous
account.
1991, Noontide Press, 0939482398,<10908-01-G-01> 240pp, 11
illustrations, 5 maps, Very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1375 ~ WITH ROMMEL IN THE DESERT ~
by H W Schmidt
The author was Rommel's personal aid in N Africa in WWII and
he later went on to commanded a Battalion in "Special Group
88". An early impression of the first English edition.
1951, Harrap & Co Ltd, <10908-02-G-01> 240pp, 11 illustrations, 5
maps, orange cloth grazed at one corner ow g,
£10.00
WORLD WAR: VOLUME 3 ~ by Gerhard Schreiber et al
This comprehensive OUP history analyses German operations in
the Mediterranean, Balkans and North Africa from 1939 to 1941.
The author examines German cooperation with Mussolini, their
principal ally.
1995, Oxford University Press, 0198228848,<12778-01-G-01>
836pp, 39 maps, tables, diagrams, Very good in d/w,
£160.00
QF-1377 ~ THE FRENCH ARMY 1939 - 1940:
ORGANISATION : ORDER OF BATTLE,
VOLUME VI PART 1 ~ by Lee Sharp
Engineer, Signals, Quartermaster, Medical and Transport Units
including Army Engineers, Auxiliary Engineer Companies and
Electro-mechanical Companies, Bridging Companies, Fortress
Engineers, Coastal Defence Companies, Cable Car Companies,
Field Electrical Sections, Engineer Training units, GQG Signals
Units and Army Group Signals Units, Army Radio, Companies,
Army Radio-Direction Finding Companies and The Special
Corps of Military Telegraph units.
2007, Military Press , 9780854208203,<34085-01-G-01> A4 Format,
162pp, New in Blue Boards,
£34.99
QF-1363 ~ DIE SCHLACHT UM MOSKAU ~
by Janusz Piekalkiewicz
German text. The German Army's advance on Moscow through
the Winter of 1941 into 1942. With profiles of the commanders
and an illustrated day-by-day account of the different phases of
the advance.
1981, Gustav Lubbe Verlag, 3785702906,<7322-01-G-01> 288pp,
photos, maps. , Bookplate inside cover. Good in d/w, Ger.text, £8.00
QF-1364 ~ THE ANVIL OF WAR ~
by Erhard Rauss and Oldwig von Natzmer
An analysis of German Generalship in defense on the Eastern
Front. The author examines the strategies and tactics employed
by the Commanders on the Russian front. Monographs by two
officers who served in Russia show how the Germans adapted
techniques to cope with the enemy's great numerical superiority
and managed to delay, and sometimes drive back the Soviet
Forces during the retreat in 1945
1994, Greenhill Books, 1853671819,<20811-02-G-01> 320pp, map,
Dust jacket torn and spine faded. Good,
£20.00
QF-1365 ~ THE FUSING OF THE PLOUGHSHARE ~
by H R Ritchie
The story of an East Anglian farm worker who volunteered to
join a Territorial Yeomanry Regiment before WWII and served
throughout the desert campaigns of North Africa. Signed by the
author.
1987, Private Publication, 0951316400,<30060-01-G-01> 243pp, 6
illustrations, 4 maps/plans, vg in good d/w ,
£12.00
QF-1366 ~ THE WESTERN FRONT 1944 : MEMOIRS OF
A PANZER LEHR OFFICER ~ by Helmut Ritgen
The author served as an officer in the Panzer-Lehr Division in
the NW European Campaign of WWII. He gives a graphic
account of the fighting in Normandy, Falaise, Scheldt, Metz and
the Ardennes.
1995, J J Fedorowicz, 0921991282,<23389-02-G-01> 329pp.
illustrations, .maps, Very good, slight fading on spine,
£40.00
QF-1367 ~ MACARTHUR AND SUTHERLAND:
THE GOOD YEARS ~ by Paul P Rogers
The first volume of a two-volume history on General Douglas
MacArthur and his chief of staff Lt.Gen. R. Sutherland. This
volume covers the period 1941 to the end of 1942. The
MacArthur/Sutherland team controlled the American and
Australian forces from the disaster at the Philippines to the end
of the war. This volume includes the Japanese assault on the
Philippines, Bataan & Corregidor, the flight to Australia, the
Southwest Pacific Area and the fight back at Buna.
1990, Praeger Publishers, 0275929183,<6990-0-G-01> 380pp, very
good in red boards,
£70.00
QF-1368 ~ MACARTHUR AND SUTHERLAND:
THE BITTER YEARS ~ by Paul P Rogers
From 1943 to 1945. The Campaigns though the SW Pacific and
New Guinea to the Philippines, and the surrender of Japan. The
author was a confidential member of the MacArthur/Sutherland
Staff.
1991, Praeger Publishers, 0275929191,<384-01-G-01> xvi + 348pp,
illuastrations, maps, Red boards, bumping on front corner ow very
good,
£70.00
QF-1369 ~ PATTON'S GAP ~
by Major-General Richard Rohmer DFC
An eyewitness account of how the German Seventh Army and
part of the 5th Panzer Army were allowed to retreat through the
Falaise Gap during the Battle of Normandy in 1944. The author
utilises aerial photographic evidence which identified retreating
tanks as German Tigers, and discusses who was to blame for a
blunder that prolonged WWII
1981, Arms & Armour Press, 085368118X,<7843-01-G-01> 240pp,
32 photos, 15 maps, bibliography, vg in rubbed and slightly edgeworn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1370 ~ AMERICAN WAR PLANS 1941-1945 ~
by Steven T Ross
The major US and British war plans - how the operations were
executed, their expectation of the plans as against the outcome of
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stored in the American National Archives from where they were
reproduced for this printed tribute to his work.
2008, Editions Heimdal, 9782840482338,<36337-01-G-01> Large
Format, Fine in protected d/w, Eng/Fr.text,
£15.00
QF-1386 ~ DISASTER AT D-DAY: THE GERMANS DEFEAT
THE ALLIES JUNE 1944 ~ by Peter Tsouras
A historical "what-if?" alternative D-Day campaign. A study of
how a campaign could lead to unexpected results. Tsouras
introduces minor alterations at the start of the operation such as
the slight repositioning of a unit, and examines their effects as
they gather momentum and impact on subsequent events.
1994, Book Club Edition, <28100-01-G-01> 236pp, maps, tables,
illustrations, appendices, vg in rubbed d/w,
£9.00
QF-1387 ~ RUSSIAN REACTIONS TO GERMAN AIRPOWER
IN WORLD WAR II: USAF HISTORICAL STUDIES NO.176
by Generalleutnant D Klaus Uebe
Produced for the Aerospace Studies Institute of the Air
University, this is one of a series of historical studies written by
men who had been key Officers in the German Air Force during
World war II. They cover virtually all phases of the Luftwaffe's
operations and organization. This particular study was compiled
from verbatim accounts of Officers who saw extensive service on
the Eastern front.
1964, Arno Press, <36378-01-G-01> Large Format 146pp.
illustrations, maps, Very good in black boards,
£20.00
QF-1388 ~ 70 TRUE STORIES OF THE
SECOND WORLD WAR ~ by Various
Published c.1954 by the People newspaper, these stories were
submitted as entries to a competition for ordinary men and
women to tell the story of one incident which stood out in their
lives during the war. They include experiences on land, sea and
air, escapes and rescues for POWs, soldiers, sailors and airmen.
1954, Odhams Press, <10012-01-G-01> 288pp, Rubbed and worn at
edges of spine and boards. Text clean. ex libris sticker,
£7.00
QF-1389 ~ ARMOURED OPERATIONS OF THE SECOND
WORLD WAR (I) ~ by Juan Vazquez Garcia
Recounts several famous engagements of the Second World War
including the Soviet Invasion of Poland, from Sedan to Abbeville
(France), Montcornet, May 17 1940, Rommel's counterattacks in
the desert, Barbarossa 1941, the encirclement of Minsk, The
Battle of Krasnograd, Prokorovka, Villers Bocage 1944 and
Operation Cobra. The narrative is complimented by color
profiles and graphics of the armor involved. There are also over
100 black and white photos, plus three double gatefold pages that
open out to double width, providing detailed information on the
three major tanks involved in these battles, the T-34, The Tiger
and The Panther.
2004, AF Editions, 9788496016729,<36335-01-G-01> Large Format.
187pp photographs, illustrations, Fine in illustrated boards, £15.00
QF-1390 ~ A DICTIONARY OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR
by Elizabeth-Anne Wheal and Stephen Pope
An analysis of the men, machines, strategies, politics, events and
plans that shaped WWII. Chronologies of the war are contained
in the appendices.
1989, Grafton Books, 0246133910,<30074-01-G-01> 541pp + 44pp
of maps, 49 photos, appendices, vg in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1391 ~ SLEDGEHAMMERS: STRENGTHS AND FLAWS
OF THE TIGER TANK BATTALIONS IN WORLD WAR II
by Christopher W Wilbeck
Tiger and King Tiger tanks gained legendary status during
World War II, and many tank commanders attained phenomenal
numbers of kills during combat. By the end of the war the
Germans had created eleven Army and three Waffen-SS heavy
tank battalions. This book provides historical examples and
analysis of these battalions’ actions.
2004, Aberjona Press, 971765022,<33103-01-G-01> vi + 262pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, maps , Crease on card cover. marks on
page edges. Good reference copy, CARD
£6.00
QF-1378 ~ CONFUSION BEYOND IMAGINATION:
VOLUME 6 ~ by W B Sinclair
Book 6 of the ten-volume series on the China-Burma-India
camapaign in WWII. This volume features Police, Pleaders and
Prisoners, Too Few For Too Many.
1989, Joe F.Whitley Publisher, 0937577111,<7668-01-G-01> xiv +
214pp, 34 photos, vg, CARD
£15.00
QF-1379 ~ BATTLE FOR BURMA ~
by E D Smith
The author looks at the differing British, US and Chinese
strategies in Burma, shedding fresh light on the part played by
China in North Burma and the role of Joseph Stilwell, the
commanding General of the US forces in China, Burma and
India.
1979, Batsford, 0713407379,<20065-01-G-01> 190pp. map,
illustrations, Good in dw. small graze on endpaper,
£15.00
QF-1380 ~ FAR HORIZONS: WARTIME EXPERIENCES OF
AN RAF NURSING ORDERLY ~ by James Southorn
As soon as he was 18 the author volunteered to serve in the
RAF's Medical Branch as a Nursing Orderly. After training he
was posted overseas to India. His day to day medical work is
described along with descriptions of life and events. The story
deals largely with the author's observations and experiences. He
was later posted to Burma and the story finishes with his work
amongst the native Burmese.
1994, Merlin Books, 0863035868,<22370-01-G-01> 148pp,
illustrations, Near fine in card covers, CARD
£8.00
QF-1381 ~ ARMOUR TACTICS IN THE
SECOND WORLD WAR ~ by Rudolf Steiger
Based on German War Diaries, this is a study on tank tactics of
the first two years of the Second World War in the Polish,
Western and Russian campaigns. The author pays particular
attention to he first year of Operation Barbarossa using the files
of the 2nd Panzer Army under their commander, Guderian.
1991, Berg Publishers Ltd, 0854966943,<1609-01-G-01> xiv +
182pp, Small mark on illustrated cover ow very good,
£40.00
QF-1382 ~ WITH BLOOD AND IRON: THE GERMAN
CONQUEST OF SEVASTOPOL ~ by C G Sweeting
One of the little known campaigns of the second World war, the
German conquest of the Crimean Pensinsula and the Port of
Sevastopol was the last major German victory of the war.
2004, Brassey's [US], 1574887963,<20572-01-G-01> 200pp maps,
tables illustrations, very good in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1383 ~ HISTORICAL MAPS OF WORLD WAR II
EUROPE ~ by Michael Swift and Michael Sharpe
An interesting collection of maps from archives at the UK Public
Records Office. There are maps for all major campaigns and
events including the Dieppe Raid, the Dunkirk Evacuation, the
Caucasuses, the invasion of Sicily, and many more.
2000, PRC Publishing, 1856485730,<36239-01-G-01> Landscape
format. 144pp. maps, very food in like d/w,
£10.00
QF-1384 ~ EXORCISING HITLER ~
by Frederick Taylor
The Occupation and Denazification of Germany. Germany had
entered the twentieth century prosperous and strong. During the
1930s, embittered by a lost war and scarred by mass
unemployment, Germany embraced the dark cult of National
Socialism. Within less than a generation, its great cities lay in
ruins and its shattered industries and its cultural heritage seemed
beyond salvation. This is the story of Germany’s year zero, telling
of the final Allied campaign, the hunting down of Nazis, the vast
displacement of peoples, the competition between Soviet Russia
and the West and the hunger and near starvation of a once proud
people.
2011, 9781408812112,<36400-01-F-01> 438pp, 3 maps, 28 b/w
photos, New in d/w,
£25.00
QF-1385 ~ KRIEGSBERICHTER FRANZ ROTH ~
by Charles Trang
War Correspondents were present on every front during the
Second World War, often at great personal risk. Not least Franz
Roth, a photgrapher who covered the actions of the
Leibstandarte from 1941 until 1943, when he died at the front.
His photographic work was preserved on contact sheets and
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QF-1398 ~ NAM ~
by Mark Baker
Recollections of fighting and service in Vietnam by the US
servicemen who took part in that long conflict. The author
recorded conversations with dozens of Vietnam veterans and
collected dozens of interviews with the boys and girls, both
conscripts and volunteers, who straight out of school were
plunged into the jungle hell.
1983, Abacus, 0349102392,<401-02-H-01> 235pp, card covers,
slightly edgeworn, pages browning, CARD
£5.00
QF-1399 ~ AMBASSADORS IN GREEN ~ Edited byTom Bartlett
A photo record of the US Marine Corps operations in support of
the Government of South Vietnam against internal insurrection
and external aggression from the North. The book looks at beach
landings, offshore operations, and the bitter struggle against the
Viet Cong Guerillas.
1971, Marine Corps Association, <5636-01-H-01> 161pp, 289
photos, Medal of Honor & Navy Cross recipients, large format,
Covers rubbed ow good, CARD
£12.00
XN-2699 ~ THE SAINTS: THE RHODESIAN LIGHT
INFANTRY ~ by Alex Binda. Edited by Chris Cocks
Apparently less ‘glamorous’ than the Selous Scouts or the SAS,
very little has been written about the RLI. Often underrated, but
arguably one of the most effective counter-insurgency units of all
time, this was the unit that first utilised the ‘Fireforce’ concept —
the devastating airborne envelopment and annihilation of the
guerrilla enemy. A veritable ‘foreign legion’ with over 20 diverse
nationalities serving in the ranks, the RLI was a truly
international airborne battalion. It fought the bitter Zimbabwean
‘Bush War’ for 15 years, against the overwhelming tide of
communist-trained guerrillas. This splendid new book features
hundreds of colour photos, maps, rolls, honours and awards plus
a 90 minute DVD with previously unseen combat footage.
2008, 30 Degrees South UK, 9781920143077,<36026-01-H-01>
Large format, 544pp, 1,200 colour & b/w phots & maps, 90 minute
DVD, New in d/w,
£50.00
QF-1400 ~ BEFORE THE DAWN ~
by Mickey Block and William Kimball
The author volunteered for the US Navy Special Forces, served in
the SEALs, and took part in many covert combat operations
during the Vietnam War. He tells of a young man's journey
through the long night of 'Nam and its torturous aftermath. The
true life story of how an elite Navy commando involved in covert
combat missions was emotionally and physically scarred by his
experiences in Vietnam
1988, Daring Books, 093893676X,<1103-01-H-01> 192pp, 2 photos,
maps, glossary, dark blue cloth, vg,
£14.00
QF-1401 ~ THE VIETNAM WAR: THE ILLUSTRATED
HISTORY OF THE CONFLICT IN SOUTHEAST ASIA
Edited byRay Bonds
A battle-by-battle analysis of more than thirty years of warfare in
Southeast Asia, on land, at sea and in the air. A full-colour
technical section details special weapons and techniques used in
Vietnam. with a foreword by General William C. Westmoreland.
1979, Salamander Books, 0861010280,<27938-01-H-01> 245pp,
over 550 photos, 40 maps and diagrams, index, large format, Good in
worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1402 ~ SEALS - UDT/SEAL OPERATIONS IN VIETNAM ~
by T Bosiljevac
A factual history of US elite SEAL and Underwater Demolition
Teams in Vietnam. The author looks at reconnaissance missions,
mapping of coastal waters, landfalls, harbours, canals, river
deltas, providing military support to other military units. The
commando units raided VC strongholds, staged ambushes,
rescued POWs and created havoc in rear-areas. Scores of combat
missions are recounted.
1990, Paladin Press, 0873645316 ,<24816-01-H-01> 272pp, 40
illustrations, maps, Mint,
£12.00
QF-1392 ~ THE BATTLE OF OKINAWA ~
by Colonel Hiromichi Yahara
A Japanese officer's eyewitness account of the last great
campaign of World War II. The author was Senior Staff Officer
of the 32nd Army and the highest ranking Officer to leave
Okinawa alive.
1995, Wiley & Sons Ltd, 0471120413,<21443-01-G-01> 242pp
illustrations, Near fine in protected d/w,
£12.00
QF-1393 ~ BLACK '41 ~
by Bill Yenne
The stories of the group of some 50 officers who graduated in
1941 from West Point. They received 595 decorations, and served
far and wide in WWII from the battlefields of Europe and the
Mediterranean, to the Pacific. They represented all branches of
the US Army including Airborne, Armour, Infantry and Army
Air Force.
1992, Wiley & Sons Ltd, 0471541974,<15149-01-G-01> xii +
388pp, 19 illustrations, tables, appendices, bibliography, index, near
fine in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1394 ~ SEVENTY DAYS: THE DIARY OF
THE WARSAW INSURRECTION ~ by Waclaw Zagorski
The story of the Warsaw Uprising of 1944 by a member of the
Polish Home Army. The Uprising began on August 1, 1944, as
part of a nationwide rebellion. It was intended to last for only a
few days until the Soviet Army could reach the city. The Soviet
advance stopped short, whilst Polish resistance against the
German forces continued until October 2. This is a day by day
account with an introduction by General T Bor Komorowski.
1974, George Mann Books, <29979-01-G-01> 264pp, 40 photos,
small tape marks on boards ow g/vg in d/w,
£14.00
Post World War II
QF-1395 ~ LEADERSHIP AND COMMAND
ON THE BATTLEFIELD ~
The lessons learned by the coalition on battlefield command,
from operations 'Desert Storm' and 'Just Cause'. Looks at
operations at Corps, Brigade, and Divisional level (which
included the 1st UK Armoured Division). Includes an
examination into conducting the battle and liason activities.
1992, US Govt Printing Office, US Army Training & Doctrine
Command, ,<16120-01-H-01> viii + 55pp, 5 col & 2 b/w photos,
diagram, vg, CARD
£8.00
QF-1396 ~ THE PACIFIC STARS AND STRIPES:
VIETNAM FRONT PAGES ~
Effectively a chronicle of events from the early 1950s to the fall of
Saigon in 1975. The full drama of the events in Indo-China from
the US Armed Forces' own newspaper. A fascinating, historical
document.
1986, Hugh Lauter Levin Assoc, 0883632861,<6481-01-H-01>
200pp, numerous illustrations, large format, vg in rubbed d/w,
£15.00
XN-2698 ~ THE CHECHEN STRUGGLE ~
by Ilyas Akhmadov and Miriam Lanskoy
Subtitled 'Independence Won and Lost' and told from the
perspective of its former Foreign minister, this is a uniquely
candid account of Chechnya's struggle for independence and its
two wars against Russia. The book, whic features new insights,
intimate portraits of key personalities and a foreword by
Zbigniew Brzezinski, will revise our understanding of the conflict
and explain how it continues.
2010, Palgrave Macmillan, 9780230105348,<36287-01-H-01>
270pp, New in d/w,
£29.99
QF-1397 ~ OCCUPATION ISRAEL OVER PALESTINE ~
by Naseer Aruri
A collection of articles by contributors from the world of
academia and journalism. They look at the changing status of
Palestinian areas, the consequences of the occupation and
Subjugation versus Liberation.
1984, Zed Books Ltd, 0862323622,<36238-01-H-01> 467pp,maps,
tables, Slight fading on spine ow Good, CARD
£8.00
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book describes the operations of irregular forces and the SAS, as
well as action in the air and at sea.
2006, Pen & Sword, 9781844154678,<33542-01-H-01> 224pp, 16
£19.99
QF-1409 ~ THE BRIDGE AT DONG HA ~
by Colonel John Grider Miller
The single-handed destruction of the strategic bridge in Vietnam
1972 by Colonel John Ripley, USMC. He rigged 500 lbs of
explosives whilst under intense fire for 3 hours, stalling a major
North Vietnamese attack by 30,000 men and 200 tanks. For his
heroism Ripley was awarded the Navy Cross, one of America's
highest military honours.
1989, Naval Institute Press, 0870210203,<2743-01-H-01> 186pp,
map, 8 drawings, vg in d/w,
£8.00
XN-2701 ~ A VERY SHORT WAR ~
by John F Guilmartin Jr.
The Mayaguez and the Battle of Koh Tang. On May 12, 1975, less
than two weeks after the fall of Saigon, Khmer Rouge naval
forces seized the S.S. Mayaguez, an American container ship, off
the Cambodian coast in the Gulf of Siam. The swift military
response ordered by President Gerald Ford was designed to
recapture the Mayaguez, held at anchor off the island of Koh
Tang, to liberate her crew, and to demonstrate US strength and
resolve in the immediate aftermath of America's most
humiliating defeat. With a Foreword by John Keegan.
2010, Texas A&M University Pres, <36281-01-H-01> 268pp,
£20.50
QF-1410 ~ BAGHDAD BUSINESS SCHOOL ~
by Heyrick Bond Gunning
The challenges of a war zone start up. The author was on the first
civilian plane into Baghdad after the airport had been secured.
Armed with a camp bed, some baked beans, and a wallet full of
greenbacks his mission was to establish a foothold for one of the
world’s largest logistics businesses in one of the world’s most
inhospitable markets. Baghdad Business School charts the
challenges, the characters, the comedy and the catastrophe of
trying to do business in a war zone. It also provides a unique
perspective on the Iraq conflict.
2004, Eye Books, 1903070333,<35166-01-H-01> 191pp, New in
card cover, CARD
£9.99
QF-1411 ~ THE KOREAN WAR ~
by Max Hastings
Hasting's single-volume history of the only battlefield on which
two great powers, the United States and China, have met since
WWII. United Nations troops suffered 142,000 casualties to
restore the independence of South Korea after the North's
invasion of June 1948.
2010, Pan Books, 9780330513624,<2037-01-H-01> 576pp maps
illustrations, New in card covers, CARD
£12.99
QF-1412 ~ COLD BLOOD ~
by George C Herring
One of the Harmon Memorial Lectures in Military History. A
study of President Johnson's conduct of limited war in Vietnam.
1990, US Govt Printing Office, US Air Force Academy, Colorado,
0160285542 ,<9593-01-H-01> vi + 37pp, Good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1413 ~ BOYS OF '67 ~
by Charles Jones
At once a gritty, intimate account of combat, an inside look at
military leadership in a turbulent era at home and abroad, and a
sweeping saga of the modern-day United States Marine Corps.
Boys of ‘67 tells the story of a trio of extraordinary Marines.
James Jones rose to become the Supreme Allied Commander of
NATO. Ray “E-Tool” Smith saw combat in Grenada and Beirut
in 1983. Marty Steele reshaped the Marines’ tank forces.
Together, they represent a generation of Marines who met
unprecedented challenges and made the Corps America’s
premier fighting force.
2006, Stackpole Publishers, 9780811733946,<35122-01-H-01>
404pp, 29 b/w photos, New in card cover, CARD
£14.99
QF-1414 ~ CONTINENTAL STAKES: MARSHES OF
INVASION, VALLEY OF CONQUEST AND
PENINSULA OF CHAOS ~ by Odette Keun
A contemporary plea on behalf of the nations of the 'Middle
Zone' of Europe - stretching from the Baltic to the
Mediterranean, between Germany and Russia - for sympathetic
QF-1403 ~ SEALS: UDT/SEAL OPERATIONS IN VIETNAM ~
by T L Bosiljevac
A factual history of US elite SEAL and Underwater Demolition
Teams in Vietnam.
1990, Greenhill Books, 1853670618,<24816-02-H-01> 272pp, 40
photos, very good in like d/w,
£10.00
QF-1404 ~ THE GULF WAR AND THE NEW WORLD ORDER
Edited by Haim Bresheeth and Nira Yuval-Davie
A collection of articles from contributors from all spheres
including journalists, lecturers and researchers, analysing the
factors behind the war and its impact on the Middle East and
Gulf region.
1991, Zed Books Ltd, 1856490424,<36237-01-H-01> 293pp, Very
good in card covers, CARD
£6.00
XN-2700 ~ OUT OF ACTION ~
by Chris Cocks
The sequel to the best-selling Fireforce, Part 1 of 'Out of Action'
chronicles Chris Cocks’s final 16 months of combat in the bush
war in PATU, the Rhodesian Police Ant-Terrorist Unit. It is a
time of unbelievable cruelty as part-time white reservists battle
overwhelming odds, without air support, as Mugabe’s ZANLA
guerrillas swamp the country in the build-up to independence in
1980. Part 2 recounts the author’s painful adjustment to life as a
civilian — a fifteen-year odyssey in the embryonic state of
Zimbabwe. It is the story of a young man, brutalized by war, who
seeks escape in alcohol and drugs.
2008, 30 Degrees South UK, 9781920143206,<36021-01-H-01>
278pp, 3 maps, 75 colour photographs, New in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1405 ~ THE FOUR DEUCES: A KOREAN WAR STORY ~
by C S Crawford
How one very young, very scared US Marine saw his very first
war and how he reacted to the killing and the mayhem of it. He
was a grunt, a Four Deuce forward observer, assigned to duty
with a marine infantry company every time the 1st Marine
Regiment went back up on line. In the book he tells of his pride in
helping to stop Communism in Korea.
1990, Presidio Press, 0891413480,<3510-01-H-01> 288pp, pages
uniformly browning, ow vg in g d/w,
£17.00
QF-1406 ~ GUERRE MORTE...IL Y AVAIT UNE
GUERRE D'INDOCHINE ~ by J-P Dannaud
A French language photo study of the War in Indo-China from
many photographers including Michel Aubin, Daniel Camus,
Ernst Haas, Nguyen Mnh Danh and many others. Many of the
photos are full page with some from behind the North Vietnames
lines.
1973, Edits. Pensee Moderne, <23863-01-H-01> 160pp, 146 photos,
large format, Good in creased d/w, Fr.text,
£48.00
QF-1407 ~ THE JUNGLE BEAT: FIGHTING
TERORISTS IN MALAYSIA ~ by Roy Follows
At the age of 22, in search of adventure, the author joined the
Malay police at the height of a bitter ten-year campaign against
communist terrorists. Within a year he had become the youngest
ever commander of a jungle fort and platoon, deep within enemy
controlled territory. He led his platoon through a series of
offensive patrols and carried the war against the terrorists to
their own ground. Stampeding elephants, swarming ants and
prowling tigers competed with the terrorists for the lives of his
men.
1999, Travellers Eye, 9780953057573,<35156-01-H-01> 208pp, 10
b/w photos, illustrations, map, New in card cover, CARD
£7.99
QF-1408 ~ IN THE SERVICE OF THE SULTAN ~
by Ian Gardiner
Whilst the Americans were fighting in Vietnam, another struggle
was taking place in the Middle East. The Sultanate of Oman
guards the entrance to the Arabian Gulf, and thus controls the
movement of oil from that region. In the 1960s and 70s the
Communists tried to seize this artery and, had they succeeded,
the consequences for the West would have been disastrous. In the
Service of the Sultan tells, first-hand, the largely unknown story
of a small number of British officers who led Muslim soldiers in
this anti-insurgency war which has shaped today’s Gulf. The
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unimaginable suffering and death, a world where men were
starved, beaten, worked to death, or simply executed.
2011, 9780199742660,<36398-01-H-01> 229pp, 16 b/w photos, 1
map, New in d/w,
£16.99
QF-1421 ~ COMBAT RECON ~
by Robert D Parrish
Life with the ARVN (Army of the Republic of Vietnam). The
author's experiences whilst attached to units of the South
Vietnamese Army in action against the Viet Cong. He served in
the field, as a Battalion advisor and later with a Reconnaissance
Company. He recounts the intrigues of the AVRN commanders.
1991, St. Martin's Press, 0312054033,<9418-01-H-01> 320pp, 15
illustrations, , maps, near fine in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1422 ~ CIVIL WAR IN CHINA : THE POLITICAL
STRUGGLE 1945-1949 ~ by Suzanne Pepper
Using primarily Chinese sources, the author describes how
Chiang Kai-Shek and the nationalist government lost their power
to the communists over 4 years. She analyses the reasons behind
the Kuomintang failure and the Communist success.
1980, University California Pr, 0520040856,<36236-01-H-01>
472pp, Good in edgecreased card covers, CARD
£20.00
QF-1423 ~ DUTY, HONOR, VIETNAM ~
by Ivan Prashker
The recollections and experiences as professional US Army
soldiers of twelve former West Point graduates, who fought in
Vietnam. They were drilled in the principles of duty, honor, and
country, but found in Vietnam, a world of blood, brutality, and
unclear American goals.
1988, Arbor House Press, 1557100152,<2213-01-H-01> 428pp,
photos, vg in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1424 ~ MAC-V-SOG COMMAND HISTORY ANNEX B:
1971-1972 VOLUME 1 LAST SECRET OF
THE VIETNAM WAR ~ by Charles F Reske
The elite of the elite of the Special Forces in Vietnam. The full
story of the mission of the Special Operations Group Annex B
was classified top secret. The book detils the CIA's incredible
plan to destroy the enemy and was previously only read by a few
specially cleared US top officials.
1990, Alpha Publications, 0939427605,<7811-01-H-01> Large
Format 353pp, charts, maps, tables, Card covered. Slight creasing at
edges and on a few early pages, CARD
£100.00
QF-1425 ~ MORNING GLORIES AMONG THE PEAS ~
by James D Seddon
The story of a former US Air Force Master Sergeant in Vietnam.
A surveillance expert, these are his recollections of his numerous
terrifying and exciting experiences.
1991, Iowa State University Pr, 0813813972,<1460-01-H-01> 144pp,
very good, CARD
£12.00
QF-1426 ~ THE BATTLE FOR KHE SANH ~
by Captain Moyers S Shore
An account of the epic Battle and Siege in the Central Highlands
of Vietnam, 1967/68. The book provides a comprehensive record
of the US Marines' actions in defence of the fortified fire base,
and ongoing support operations by US Armed Forces.
1969, US Govt Printing Office, History & Museums Division USMC,
008055001145,<4761-01-H-01> xii + 203pp, 45 photos, 10 maps,
Order of Battle, large format, covers rubbed ow near fine, CARD
£18.00
QF-1427 ~ ENTER THE DRAGON ~
by Russell Spurr
The Chinese involvement in the Korean War. Why they
intervened, how they nearly won, and why they failed. Based on
Chinese sources and eyewitnesses, the book covers The Pusan
perimeter, the Inchon Landings, the US/UN advance to the Yalu,
and the Chinese planning. Korea was the first great East-West
clash but nonetheless, a true civil war.
1989, Henry Holt & Co , 080501165X,<15252-01-H-01> 335pp, 20
photos, maps, bibliography, index, Card covers.shelf wear only, vg,
CARD
£10.00
QF-1428 ~ NO PICNIC: 3 COMMANDO
BRIGADE IN THE SOUTH ATLANTIC 1982 ~
by Major-General Julian Thompson DSO
The author commanded the assault landings on the Falklands
during the 1982 war with Argentina, and later led the advance on
consideration regarding their future security in the post-WWII
policies of the Great Powers.
1944, British Continental Synd, <30244-01-H-01> 135pp, map,
Good in ochre boards,
£10.00
QF-1415 ~ THE VIETNAM EXPERIENCE: AMERICA
TAKES OVER ~ Edited by Robert Manning
From a series of 25 volumes providing the complete history of the
wars in Vietnam in the Twentieth Century. This volume includes
LBJ: Commander in Chief, Search and Destroy, The "Other"
War, The International Front, The War Comes Home.
1982, Boston Publishing Co, 0939526034,<1544-01-H-01> Large
format, 192pp. col & bw illustrations, , Illustrated Boards with
sticker on spine. Prev. owner's stamp,
£6.00
QF-1416 ~ THE VIETNAM EXPERIENCE:
COMBAT PHOTOGRAPHER ~ Edited by Robert Manning
wars in Vietnam in the Twentieth Century. Vietnam in all it's
aspects through the lenses of the US military photographers. This
volume includes Cameras at War, In the Field, Vietnam: People
and Places, In Combat, and Faces of War.
format, 192pp, 12 col & 160 b/w photos, Illustrated Boards with
£6.00
FIGHTING FOR TIME ~ Edited by Robert Manning
the Tortuous Road to Peace, The Politics of Disengagement,
Cambodia: The Politics of Survival, and more.
format, 192pp, photos, maps, IllustratedBoards with sticker on spine.
Prev. owner's stamp,
£6.00
PASSING THE TORCH ~ Edited by Robert Manning
The French Return, Dien Bien Phu and Geneva, Two Vietnams,
The Revolution Continues, Diem, A Nation at War, Year of
Decision.
format, 192pp, col & b/w photos, maps, Illustrated Boards with
£6.00
RAISING THE STAKES ~ Edited by Robert Manning
Saigon's Year, Season of Fire, LBJ Takes Charge, InsurgencyCounterinsurgency, Covert Action - Hidden War, and Enter the
US Marines.
format, 194pp, col & b/w photos, maps, Illus. Bds with sticker on
spine. Prev. owner' stamp,splitting at top of spine,
£6.00
SETTING THE STAGE ~ Edited by Robert Manning
the French Conquest, Colonial Rule, the Resistance, and WWII Occupation and Liberation.
1981, Boston Publishing Co, 093952600X,<1562-01-H-01> Large
format, 194pp, 10 col & 158 b/w photos & maps, Illustrated Boards
with sticker on spine. Prev. owner's stamp,
£6.00
XN-2702 ~ GULAG BOSS: A SOVIET MEMOIR ~
by Fyodor Vasilevich Mochulsky.
Edited & Translated by Deborah Kaple
The searing accounts of Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, Evgeniia
Ginsberg and Varlam Shalamov opened the world's eyes to the
terrors of the Soviet Gulag. In this memoir of life inside the
camps, written from the perspective of an employee of the Secret
police, Fyodor Mochulsky describes being sent to work as a boss
at the forced labour camp of Pechorlag in the frozen tundra
north of the Arctic Circle. He discovered was a world of
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1856, James Nisbet & Co, <21045-02-J-01> 315pp, portrait, Poor.
Cloth on spine disintegrating,
£8.00
QF-1433 ~ AN HONORABLE PROFESSION ~
by Bruce M Bachman
A biography of Rear-Admiral J.D. Bulkeley, one of the most
courageous US Navy Officers of WWII. He was a Medal of
Honor winner and commanded PT Boats in the Philippines in
1941/42, during MacArthur's evacuation. He also took part in the
Normandy invasion.
1985, Vantage Press, 0533060745,<5005-01-J-01> xx + 232pp, 8
photos, appendices, bibliography, vg in grazed d/w,
£19.00
QF-1434 ~ THE GREAT EARL OF PETERBOROUGH ~
by Brigadier General Colin Ballard CB.CMG
A leading military figure of his age, Peterborough served in King
Charles II's Fleet. In the War of the Spanish Succession he
commanded the forces in Spain. Maroon cloth, top board has
minor light scratching, fading of spine intruding on back board,
sporadic light spotting at page fore-edges, preliminaries and endpapers, internally clean, sound and tight. Bookplates on front and
rear pastedowns.
1929, Skeffington & Son, <24140-01-J-01> 288pp, 16 illustrations,
8 maps, index, light spotting at page edges & eps ow g/vg,
£22.00
QF-1435 ~ FAR FROM A DONKEY ~ by Lt – Col. Sir J Baynes
The life of General Sir Ivor Maxse, an officer of the Coldstream
Guards. He served in India with the Royal Fusiliers, and then
under Kitchener in the Sudan. He also served in the Boer Wars,
forming the Transvaal Constabulary. In WWI he developed farsighted battle tactics, making good use of the newly developed
tank. He was appointed Inspector-General of Training of the
BEF in 1918, pointing the way to the use of more effective
infantry tactics in WWII.
1995, Brassey's, 185753185X,<23787-01-J-01> 256pp, 33
illustrations, bibliography, index, fine in d/w,
£30.00
QF-1437 ~ SOLDIER'S GLORY ~
by Major-General Sir George Bell
"Being Rough Notes of an Old Soldier" arranged and edited by
his kinsman, Brian Stuart. The memoirs of service in the British
Army in the Peninsular and Crimean Wars. Serving with the
34th, Bell saw action at Badajos, Salamanca, the liberation of
Madrid, Vittoria, Nivelle, and Toulouse. Canada/America in the
1812. He also served in the Crimean War including Alma,
Balaclava and Inkerman and visited America during the Civil
War.
1991, Spellmount, 0946771286,<567-02-J-01> x + 325pp, 3 maps,
very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1436 ~ SOLDIER'S GLORY ~
by Major-General Sir George Bell
"Being Rough Notes of an Old Soldier" arranged and edited by
his kinsman, Brian Stuart.
1991, Spellmount, 0946771286,<567-01-J-01> x + 325pp, 3 maps, g
in rubbed d/w,
£8.00
QF-1438 ~ CONVERSATIONS WITH MONTGOMERY ~
by Antony Brett-James
The author, a noted military historian, worked with Montgomery
on a project over a number of years towards the end of his life.
He has recorded their conversations and meetings during this
time relating without embellishment all the topics of conversation
from Montgomery's views on Generals and Generalship to more
domestic matters.
1984, William Kimber, 0718305310,<33009-01-J-01> 160pp
illustrations, vg in d/w,
£7.00
QF-1439 ~ SCIENTIST, SOLDIER, STATESMAN,
SPY: COUNT RUMFORD ~ by G I Brown
The story of a long forgotten historical figure. The book examines
his life as a spy for Britain during the American War for
Independence, his flight to England to become Under-Secretary
of State, and his scientific inventions which brought dramatic
improvement to the masses
1999, Sutton Publishing, 0750926740,<30039-01-J-01> 182pp,
appendices, biblio, index, New, CARD
£6.00
Port Stanley, the Island's capital. An outstanding commander,
his account of the planning, landing and the advance across the
Islands provide graphic clarity to the, often overwhelming
logistical problems and the appalling conditions his men had to
endure.
1985, Leo Cooper, 0436520524,<19677-03-H-01> xviii + 201pp, 12
b/w photos, 7 maps, Crease on the front and slight fading on spine of
d/w,
£8.00
XN-2703 ~ THE CYPRUS EMERGENCY ~ by Nick Van der Bijl
The story of the Divided Island, 1955-1947. The UK has been
involved in Cyprus for over 125 years. Strategically placed in the
Mediterranean, it was ideal for protection of the Suez Canal and
as a ‘listening post’ for NATO's southern flank. The British faced
two serious problems – the first, the Greek Cypriots’ desire for
Enosis, (union with Greece) and, second, the intense rivalry
between the Greek and Turkish communities. In 1955 the former
resulted in a bitter EOKA terrorist campaign led by Colonel
George Grivas. This resulted in the deaths of over 100 British
servicemen, many on Nicosia’s notorious ‘Murder Mile’. The
next phase was the Turkish Government’s military intervention
in 1974. The Island was divided into two sectors policed by the
United Nations.
2010, Pen & Sword, 9781848842229,<36271-01-H-01> 252pp,
£19.99
QF-1429 ~ THE HISTORY OF THE VIETNAM WAR ~
by Douglas Welsh
A study on the historical background to the war, how it began,
why it began, the impulses behind its prolongation and the
reasons for the French and American defeats.
1981, Bison Books, <30102-01-H-01> 192pp, over 400 photos,
maps, index, large format, g/vg in rubbed and slightly edge-worn
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1430 ~ INFANTRY BRIGADE IN COMBAT ~
by Colonel D A Wolf
The 1st Brigade 'The Lancers', 25th US Infantry Division
('Tropic Lightning'), August 1968 in Vietnam. This account by
the Commanding Officer recounts 10 days of continuous and
intensive actions fought against two North Vietnamese Divisions,
supported by Viet Cong units. The 1st, badly outnumbered and
unsupported, fought off these attacks and inflicted heavy
casualties. An excellent account of one unit's experiences during
the Tet Offensive.
1984, Sunflower University Pres, 08974505301,<6219-01-H-01> xiv
+ 48pp, 42 photos, 3 diagrams, 19 maps. Large format, tail of spine
slightly worn through storage ow vg, CARD
£12.00
Biographies & Political Subjects
QF-1431 ~ THE EMPEROR ALEXANDER I ~
by E M Almedingen
Grandson of Catherine the Great, Alexander I was born in 1777.
He succeeded his father - who was murdered - in 1801 at the age
of 24. During the period of the Napoleonic Wars and the invasion
of Russia the Emperor established himself as the arbiter of
Europe. He became the spokesman of the Liberals in the German
States and created the Holy Alliance. His return to Russia in 1815
was eagerly anticipated but the last nine years of his reign proved
a disappointment.
1964, The Bodley Head, <36260-01-J-01> 253pp, School library
stamps. Good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1432 ~ MEMORIALS OF CAPTAIN HEDLEY VICARS:
NINETY-SEVENTH REGIMENT ~ by Anon
Hedley Shafto Johnstone Vicars (1826-1855) was an English
captain who who fought and died for his country, whilst retaining
Christian Ideals and Morals. He worked for the moral and
religious welfare of his troops. His family settled in Ireland early
in the sixteenth century, the family estate being Levalley, in
Queen's County. He was killed in action in the trenches at
Sebastapol in the Crimean War Presented in red cloth with gilt
title. Cloth on spine disintegrating. Previous owner's signature.
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QF-1447 ~ ROMMEL ~
by Charles Douglas-Home
The biography of 'The Desert Fox', Field Marshal Erwin
Rommel.
1973, Military Book Society, <1232-04-J-01> 224pp, 115 col & b/w
photos, maps, Page edges browning. Good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1448 ~ AUGUSTUS HERVEY'S JOURNAL ~
Edited byDavid Erskine
"Being the intimate account of the life of a captain in the Royal
Navy ashore and afloat 1746-1759". Hervey had a successful
career both with the RN at Majorca and Minorca in the Battle of
Mahon, and with women. A picture of mid-18th century life.
1953, William Kimber, <30050-01-J-01> 349pp, 10 illustrations, 6
maps, appendices, index, blue cloth rubbed, worn top & tail of spine,
txt g,
£14.00
QF-1449 ~ GENERAL GORDON ~
by Richard Garrett
The life of General Charles George Gordon of Khartoum, the
essence of the Christian Victorian hero. This is the story of his
youth, the Chinese puzzle, his years as an administrator, and the
end at Khartoum at the hands of the Mahdi's Dervishes.
1974, Book Club Associates, <28684-03-J-01> 240pp, 11
illustrations, 2 maps, bibliography, index, Fine in red boards - no d/w,
£8.00
QF-1450 ~ GENERAL GORDON ~
by Richard Garrett
The life of General Charles George Gordon of Khartoum, the
essence of the Christian Victorian hero.
1974, Book Club Associates, <28684-02-J-01> 240pp, 11
illustrations, 2 maps, bibliography, index, Vg in rubbed d/w, £10.00
QF-1451 ~ THE DUKE ~
by Philip Guedalla
The life of Arthur the 1st Duke of Wellington, one of the leading
military and political figures of the nineteenth century. Educated
at Eton and gazetted Ensign in the 73rd just in time for his 18th
birthday, he rose to prominence in the Napoleonic Wars,
eventually reaching the rank of field marshal, after the Battle of
Vittoria in 1813. His military career culminated at Waterloo,
where he, along with Blücher, defeated the French Emperor,
Napoleon.
1940, Reprint Society, <749-01-J-01> 470, portrait, maps , good in
stained d/w,
£7.00
QF-1452 ~ THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON ~ by James Harding
International Profiles series. Useful background reading for
students studying related subjects in greater detail. The life of the
1st Duke with a summary of events, and suggested further
reading.
1968,<21247-01-J-01> 90pp, 12 col & 20 b/w illustrations, pictorial
boards, vg,
£7.00
QF-1453 ~ GENERAL EISENHOWER: A BIOGRAPHY
OF DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER ~ by Alden Hatch
A biography of Eisenhower written during his command of
Allied forces during WWII, and published shortly after the
German surrender. With numerous photos, this is one of the
earliest biographies of the man who was to become the thirty
fourth President of the United States.
1945, Skeffington & Son, <6392-01-J-01> 176pp, 27 illustrations,
4 maps, index, Good in a worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1454 ~ ONCE A LEGEND ~
by Jon T Hoffman
"Red Mike" Edson was one of the heroic figures of the US
Marine Corps of WWII. He gained renown in the "Banana
Wars" of Central America, became an expert on guerrilla
warfare, and a hero of Guadalcanal, winning the Medal of
Honor. He raised and trained the 1st Marine Raider Battalion,
and was second in command of the 2nd Marine Division at
Saipan.
1994, Presidio Press, 0881414932,<19651-01-J-01> 250pp, 40
illustrations, maps, essay on sources, index, near fine in d/w, £12.00
QF-1455 ~ THE SEARCH FOR PEACE ~
by Douglas Hurd
Ex British Foreign Secretary, Douglas Hurd considers how civil
and world conflicts can be brought to just conclusions in ways
which reduce long term international tension. The author
focusses on four key events: the Congress of Vienna 1814; the
Treaty of Versailles 1919; the Yalta settlement of 1945; and the
collapse of Communism. An examination of the ideas which have
QF-1440 ~ SAMUEL PEPYS: THE MAN IN THE MAKING ~
by Arthur Bryant
The first part of the trilogy of Pepys life covering the first 36
years of his life from 1663-1669, and his marriage to Elizabeth le
Marchant de St Michel, the daughter of a French Huguenot who
had come over in the court of Queen Henrietta Maria. An
excellent profile through his diaries, of the culture and politics of
the time.
1952, Reprint Society, <35148-01-J-01> 416pp, d/w rubbed at edges.
ex libris label inside cover. Good,
£6.00
QF-1441 ~ ARABIAN DAYS ~
by Antony Cawston and Michael Curtis
The memoirs of two Trucial Oman Scouts. Antony Cawston was
commissioned into the Royal Artillery in India in 1945. Following
some conventional peacetime soldiering he was posted to the Gulf
in 1958 and served in the Jebel Akhdar War. This led to a period
of service in the Trucial Oman Scouts. Co-author, Michael Curtis
also served in the British Army from 1959 to 1972, also with a
period in the Trucial Oman Scouts, initially as second in
command and later as commander of 'A' Squadron.
2010, Michael Curtis, 0954904419,<36309-01-J-01> 188pp, c50
colour & b/w photos, New in d/w,
£24.00
QF-1442 ~ STALIN: BREAKER OF NATIONS ~
by Robert Conquest
The author focuses on Stalin's terrifying character, perhaps the
closest to a monster that humankind has ever produced. Stalin
emerges as a man 'unnatural' and 'unreal', who gave his personal
authority to the slaughter of millions, but whose vanity
demanded their adulation.
1993, Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 0297813889,<19990-01-J-01> 346pp.
photographs, Good in card covers, CARD
£5.00
QF-1443 ~ A FIGHTING GENERAL ~
by N V Cooper
The life of charismatic USMC General, "Howling Mad" Smith.
He Served in the Philippines and Dominica, and in France during
WWI. In WWII he commanded the 5th Amphibious Corps
operations, including Makin, Tarawa, Marshalls, Marianas,
Saipan, Tinian, Guam and Iwo Jima. Corners bumped, otherwise
near fine in spine faded dustwrapper.
1987, Marine Corps Association, 0940328089,<5625-01-J-01> vi +
332pp, 25 photos, bibliography,
£18.00
QF-1444 ~ THE PHANTOM MAJOR ~
by Virginia Cowles
The story of David Stirling, the man who started the SAS in 1941.
In the fifteen months between the formation of the regiment, and
Stirling’s capture, he and his men destroyed hundreds of planes
and trucks, dozens of supply dumps, and countless roads and
railways behind enemy lines in North Africa. Stirling was
captured by the Germans in January 1943. He escaped on four
occasions, before being sent to Colditz Castle, where he remained
for the rest of the war. Reading copy, reflecting it's age. Light
marks on endpapers, green covers rubbed and marked. Splitting
at hinge but still tight.
1958, Collins, <11214-02-J-01> 320pp, portrait, 7 maps, appendix,
index,
£9.00
QF-1445 ~ ROMMEL ~
Rommel, the courageous commander of mountain troops in
WWI, winning the highest Imperial decoration, the "Pour Le
Merite". In WWII he commanded the Ghost Division in France
in 1940, the Afrika Korps in North Africa and the defence of
Normandy in 1944. After the unsuccessful July 20 Plot against
Adolf Hitler, Rommel was offered the choice of facing a People's
Court and potential persecution of his family, or to commit
suicide. He chose the latter and was buried as a national hero
1973, Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 1st ed. 0297766252,<1232-01-J-01>
224pp, 115 col & b/w photos, maps, index, Inscription on fep ow
good in good d/w,
£12.00
QF-1446 ~ ROMMEL ~
Rommel.
1973, Excalibur, 0525701044,<1232-02-J-01> 224pp, col & b/w
photos, map, d/w has faded spine.Boards and text. vg,
£10.00
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Dukes of Normandy to provide the long-term rulers of England.
Harold Godwineson was king of England from January 1066
until his death at Hastings on 14th October of that year. As
nominated successor to the childless King Edward the Confessor,
he had a far stronger claim than William of Normandy to the
throne. Edward the Confessor, was married to Harold's sister
Edith and the Godwine family, led by Earl Godwine, had
dominated English politics during Edward's reign.
2004, Hambledon Press, 1852853891,<23753-01-J-01> 281pp. 12
illustrations, As new in dustjacket,
£14.00
QF-1462 ~ MACARTHUR ~
by S L Mayer
Biography of General of the Army, Douglas Macarthur, the
outstanding American general of the 20th century. He served in
the Phillipines and Mexico prior to WWI, was a heroic figure in
France in WWI, and became the architect of the defeat of the
Japanese in the South Pacific in WWII. Post WWII he oversaw
the reconstruction of Japan and was Supreme Allied Commander
in Korea, from whence he was recalled by Truman.
1981, Bison Books, 0600341801,<29099-04-J-01> 168pp over 250
bw and col. illustrations, maps, Large Format vg in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1463 ~ A DREAM OF TARTARY ~
by Henry McAleavy
The story of the Last Emperor of China. The Origins and
Misfortunes of Henry P'u Yi. P'u Yi (1906– 1967) of the Manchu
Aisin-Gioro ruling family was the last Emperor of China between
1908 and 1924 (ruling as the Xuantong Emperor between 1908
and 1911, and non-ruling emperor between 1911 and 1924, the
twelfth Emperor of the Qing Dynasty to rule over China.
1963, Allen & Unwin, <30142-01-J-01> 292pp, 11 illustrations,
endpaper maps, index, cloth covers, Good,
£14.00
QF-1464 ~ MEMOIRS OF GENERAL MILLER:
TWO VOLUME SET ~ by John Miller
William Miller served with Thomas Cochrane in the Peruvian
and Chilean Wars of Independence against Spain's colonial
forces and was seriously wounded during the operations. This is a
facsimile re-issue of the 1829 second edition, compiled by General
Miller's brother, John and containing much new information.
1973, AMS Press, 9780404043391,<30003-01-J-01> 2 vols 452 and
557pp, engravings, 8 maps - mostly folding, appendices, index, 2
volumes, blue cloth, vg,
£42.00
QF-1465 ~ THE MEMOIRS OF FIELD-MARSHALL THE
VISCOUNT MONTGOMERY OF ALAMEIN KG
by FM Visc Bernard Montgomery
The controversial recollections of Field Marshall Bernard
Montgomery. He saw action in World War I, and during World
War II he successfully commanded Allied forces at the Battle of
El Alamein, a major turning point in the Western Desert
Campaign. He was later a prominent commander in Italy and
North-West Europe, where he was in command of all Allied
ground forces during Operation Overlord until after the Battle of
Normandy. After the War he became Commander-in-Chief of
the British Forces of Occupation in Germany and then Chief of
the Imperial General Staff.
1960, Companion Book Club, <17266-02-J-01> 512pp,
illustrations, maps, Good. Black boards creased on spine,
£6.00
QF-1466 ~ STALIN: THE HISTORY OF A DICTATOR ~
by H Montgomery Hyde
Drawing on a mass of little-known Russian language sources as
well as such important manuscript collections as the Tsarist
secret police archives, the Trotsky papers, and the confidential
reports from the British Embassy in Moscow, Hyde has produced
a biography which is not only readable, but likely to prove the
definitive study of this most notorious dictator of modern. He
alters traditional views of Joseph Vissarionovich Djugashvili,
universally known by his communist party pseudonym of Stalin.
1971, Rupert Hart-Davis, 0246640537,<21233-01-J-01> 679pp,
illustrations, bibliography, index, vg in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1467 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 15: THE LETTERS
OF LIEUTENANT-COLONEL CHARLES A
COURT REPINGTON CMG ~ by A.J.A. Morris
Court Repington was Military Correspondent of the Times from
1903 to 1918. Having resigned from the Army for conduct
shaped policy making from Metternich to Kissinger. This copy is
signed by the author.
1997, Little Brown & Co, 0316640379,<30239-01-J-01> 266pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, vg in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1456 ~ THE MEMOIRS OF LORD ISMAY ~
by General Lord Ismay KG,PC,GCB
Born in 1897,General Hastings Lionel "Pug" Ismay, 1st Baron
Ismay, KG, GCB, CH, DSO, PC served in the British Indian
Army, and later moved into the diplomatic service. He is
remembered primarily for his role as Winston Churchill's chief
military assistant during the Second World War and his service
as the first Secretary General of NATO from 1952 to 1957. The
book includes a frontispiece tribute to Lord Ismay by Sir
Winston Churchill. This copy is interesting as it has Ismay's
signature pasted in together with a review of the book from an
anonymous magazine, also pasted in. Foxed blue boards, spine
faded, binding slightly loose, previous owner's inscription.
1960, William Heinemann, <10027-02-J-01> 486pp, Portrait, 7 maps
& tables including a fold out chart, Foxed blue boards, spine faded,
binding sltly loose, prev. owner's inscription,
£30.00
QF-1457 ~ ARMY RECORDS SOCIETY 1: THE MILITARY
CORRESPONDENCE OF FIELD MARSHAL SIR
HENRY WILSON 1918 - 1922 ~ Edited byKeith Jeffrey
Wilson was Chief of the Imperial General Staff from February
1918 - February 1922 and the correspondence selected for this
volume comes from over 3000 letters preserved among his papers
by the Imperial War Museum. They reflect the principal
concerns of the last 9 months of the First World War and the
post war problems of demobilisation and army rebuilding
combined with the difficulties of meeting wide-ranging military
commitments throughout the world.
1985, The Bodley Head, 037030683X,<36316-01-J-01> 438pp, Very
good in d/w,
£16.00
QF-1458 ~ MONTGOMERY AS MILITARY COMMANDER ~
by Ronald Lewin
An assessment of Montgomery's military achievement. His early
career during WWI, re-training between the wars, North Africa,
the Normandy landings and the campaign in North West Europe
in WWII. The author deals with Montgomery's apparent failure
to break out of the Normandy bridgehead at Caen and the
collapse of his relationship with Eisenhower.
1971, Batsford, 1st edition, 0713412089,<30133-01-J-01> 288pp, 31
illustrations, 14 maps, appendix, bibliography, index, vg in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1459 ~ NEVER TO BE TAKEN ALIVE ~
by Roy MacGregor-Hastie
General Charles George Gordon, 1833-1885, was a Victorian
hero. This is an account of the extraordinary life of "Chinese"
Gordon, Gordon of Khartoum - a patriot who spent most of his
life in the service of foreign powers. A devout Christian, he was
eccentric in behaviour and lifestyle. He served in the Crimea,
China and the Sudan, where he met his spectacular death at
Khartoum at the hands of the Mahdi's Dervishes.
1985, Sidgwick and Jackson, 0283991844,<10885-03-J-01> xii +
194pp, 19 illustrations, Fine in d/w,
£6.00
QF-1460 ~ TOGETHER ; ANNALS OF AN ARMY WIFE ~
by Katherine Tupper Marshall
The author was the wife of General of the Army G C Marshall,
Chief of Staff of the US Army in WWII. They married in 1930,
having both previously been widowed. The book describes not
only their family life but life in Washington with visits from
Churchill and other British Chiefs of Staff, the entry on America
into the war and katherine Marshall's work for America's War
Bonds organisation.
1946, Tupper and Love Inc, <13187-01-J-01> 292pp, photos, Blue
boards rubbed, Marks on pages edges. damp mark on endpapers ow
Goo,
£8.00
QF-1461 ~ THE HOUSE OF GODWINE: THE
HISTORY OF A DYNASTY ~ by Emma Mason
The author tells the story of a remarkable family which, until
Harold's unexpected defeat, looked far more likely than the
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unbecoming an Officer and a Gentleman, to supplement his
income he became a journalist and within a short time gained a
reputation as a leading military correspondent. This selection of
letters written whilst working for The Times covers those
political, military and strategic issues on which he camapigned.
They are arranged chronologically and demonstrate a diversity
of recipients and well as subjects.
1999, Sutton Publishing, 0750922958,<36376-01-J-01> 364pp, very
good in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1468 ~ NOLAN OF BALACLAVA ~ by Hubert Moyse-Bartlett
A biography of Louis Edward Nolan (1818-1854), the notorious
messenger at Balaclava, and the first man to be killed in the
famous "Charge of the Light Brigade" on 25th October, 1854.
Prior to the Crimean War he had a considerable impact on
British Army Cavalry tactics. First published under the title
"Louis Edward Nolan".
1975, Leo Cooper, 085052072X,<30182-01-J-01> 272pp, 6
illustrations, 6 maps, bibliography, index, vg in rubbed d/w, £10.00
QF-1469 ~ THE NELSON TOUCH ~
by Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson. Edited by C Dane
An anthology of Admiral Lord Nelson's letters from 1777 to
1805. It also includes "A sketch of My Life" written after the
Battle of the Nile.
1942, William Heinemann, <21283-01-J-01> xviii + 285pp, index of
letters, blue cloth, tape marks on reverse of half title, g,
£12.00
QF-1470 ~ THE CONGRESS OF VIENNA: A STUDY IN
ALLIED UNITY 1812-1822 ~ by Harold Nicolson
A study of the period when the statesman and kings of Europe
shaped the peace of the post-Napoleonic era. The grouping and
regrouping of the United Nations between 1812 and 1822.
1948, Readers Union, <30240-02-J-01> 312pp, notes, bibliography,
index, green cloth, tail of spine rubbed ow g/vg,
£7.00
QF-1471 ~ GORDON: MARTYR AND MISFIT ~
by Anthony Nutting
Using Gordon's journal and his letters to his sister Augusta the
author whilst recounting Gordon's life helps us to understand his
single-mindedness, his contrariness and disdain of material
rewards which he had to reconcile with an overriding ambition to
influence and succeed.
1967, Reprint Society, <33618-01-J-01> 286pp, vg in rubbed d/w
with darkened spine,
£6.00
QF-1472 ~ NELSON ~
by Carola Oman
Carola Oman's classic biography of Admiral Lord Nelson. much
of what we know about Nelson is partly or wholely mistaken. He
lost the sight of his eye, not the eye itself, and he never wore a
patch over it. He wore a patch as a sunshade over his good eye.
The book presents a portrait of Nelson "cleaned of the gilt and
varnish of legend". A very good example of this author's
perceptive re-appraisal of Nelson's career. Contains numerous
illustrations, maps and plans
1950, Reprint Society, <30154-01-J-01> 596pp, 4 illustrations, 6
maps & plans, index, g in edge-worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1473 ~ MONASH AS MILITARY COMMANDER ~
by P A Pedersen
A detailed account of Sir John Monash's development as a
military commander before and during World War I. With 30
years experience as a Militia Officer he was given command of
4th Infantry Brigade of the AIF when the war began. His
attention to detail and willingness to use new technology made
him one of the most effective commanders in the war.
1985, Melbourne University Pres, 0522842674,<3507-01-J-01>
363pp illustrations, slight indentation on back of d/w. Boards and
Text near fine,
£40.00
QF-1474 ~ WALDHEIM ~ by Luc Rosenzweig and Bernard Cohen
Kurt Waldheim entered diplomatic service after World War II,
serving in France and Canada. When Austria entered the United
Nations in 1958, Waldheim was a member of its delegation. He
was elected to a five-year term as UN secretary-general in
December, 1971. In 1986 he became president of Austria, despite
the scandal caused by the revelation that he had been an officer
in a German army unit that committed atrocities in Yugoslavia
during World War II
1988, Robson Books Ltd, 0860515060,<9435-02-J-01> 183pp
illustrations, faded spine ow vg in good d/w,
£10.00
QF-1475 ~ SACRED HONOR ~
by David Roth
The life of General Colin Powell, the man who led the American
armed forces during Operations "Just Cause", "Desert Shield"
and Desert Storm" in the first Gulf War, 1991.
1993, Harper Collins (US), 031060480X,<17328-01-J-01> 256pp, 20
illustrations, inc colour, index, near fine in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1476 ~ IT DOESN'T TAKE A HERO ~
by General H Norman Schwarzkopf and Peter Petre
The autobiography of General Norman Schwarzkopf, the Allied
commander in the first Gulf War. The book includes his
experiences in Vietnam as an airborne officer, as well as a
detailed account of the Gulf War following the Iraqi invasion of
Kuwait in 1991.
1992, Bantam Press, 0593025938,<11465-01-J-01> 530pp, 40
photos, index, vg in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1477 ~ GERMAN AIR ATTACHE ~
by Martin Simons
The life of Peter Riedel, a pre WWII glider pilot of outstanding
abilities. He was posted to the USA as advisor to the German
Military Attache in Washington DC, a post which involved him
in the world of espionage and intelligence. When Hitler declared
war on the United States Riedel was forced to return to Germany
where another fascinating episode of his life unravelled. This led
to a dramatic escape from Sweden to Casablanca by fishing boat,
and then a yacht across the Atlantic to Venezuela.
1997, Airlife Publishing, 1853108790,<26813-01-J-01> 272pp, 30
b/w photos & illustrations, 5 maps, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1478 ~ THE STILWELL PAPERS ~ by General J W Stilwell
General Joseph Warren Stilwell (1883 – 1946) was a United
States Army four-star general best-known for his service in
China and Burma. For his purported concern for the average
soldier and forthright manner, he was nicknamed "Uncle Joe"
and "Vinegar Joe." He became the Chief of Staff to
Generalissimo Chiang Kai-Shek, served as the commander of the
China Burma India Theater responsible for all Lend-Lease
supplies going to China, and later was Deputy Commander of the
South East Asia Command.
1949, Macdonald, <2474-02-J-01> 327pp, 36 illustrations, Reading
Copy. Ex Library. Spine has crossways tear. text clean,
£5.00
QF-1479 ~ THE STILWELL PAPERS ~
by Joseph W Stilwell
General Joseph Warren Stilwell (1883 – 1946) was a United
States Army four-star general best-known for his service in
China and Burma.
1948, William Sloane Ass, <2474-03-J-01> 357pp, illustrations,
endpaper maps, Worn spine, no d/w,
£9.00
QF-1480 ~ ENGLAND'S PRIDE ~
by Julian Symons
The story of the Gordon Relief Expedition to the Sudan under
the command of General Wolseley. Gordon was an egocentric
and consistently underestimated the power of the Mahdi. The
expedition to rescue him was subject to much political delay. But
could it have arrived in time? Did Wolseley choose the right
route? Why did the expedition fail?
1965, Hamish Hamilton, <18307-03-J-01> xi + 299pp, 18
illustrations, 3 maps - inc fold-out, Ex-library, but a good, clean copy,
£10.00
QF-1481 ~ LIFE ON THE LINE ~
by Ashton Wade
Signed dedication to previous owner by the author. An
autobiography which the author started writing at the age of 81,
taking the reader through 63 years of army life encompassing
two World Wars, the trials of war criminals Indian
Independence, and the 'Emergency' in Malaya. Having joined the
Royal Signal Corps at its initiation he was present at the start of
a technical revolution which would reduce the world to a Global
Village.
1988, Costello Publishers, 0710430396,<33216-02-J-01> 217pp
illustrations, page edges at back browning ow vg in d/w,
£16.00
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QF-1482 ~ A PORTRAIT OF LORD NELSON ~
by Oliver Warner
A biography of Admiral Lord Nelson, one of England's most
beloved naval heroes. Nelson was the victor of many battles
against Napoleon's fleet, including the legendary victories at the
Nile, Copenhagen and Trafalgar.
1958, Reprint Society, <30153-01-J-01> 331pp, 9 illustrations, 5
battle plans, appendix, index, vg,
£10.00
QF-1483 ~ AND SO HE SURVIVED ~
by Gabriel Weiss
The author was a student in Budapest when the Germans
invaded Hungary in March 1944. The 800,000 Hungarian jews
were systematically despatched to camps where they were
starved, beaten and killed. By the time the Russians came there
were only a few thousand survivors among them the author who
was one of only 2500 remaining at Sopron Camp.
1984, Galago Books, 0947020020,<36321-01-J-01> 197pp. endpaper
maps. illustrations, Very good in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1484 ~ POTOMAC'S MILITARY PROFILES: HAIG
THE EVOLUTION OF A MILITARY COMMANDER
by Andrew A Wiest
Having achieved a measure of fame in Britain’s colonial wars,
Douglas Haig began the First World War as a Corps
Commander and succeeded to command the British
Expeditionary Force (BEF) in 1915. Under his leadership, the
BEF fought its two signature battles of the Great War where
Haig’s role in the direction of these battles, “the slaughter of the
Somme” and the “muddy hell of Passchendaele”, forever
tarnished his reputation. However the author argues that in 1918
he was instrumental in winning one of the great victories in
British military history. While the 100 Days Battles often go
unnoticed in the history of World War I, it was here that modern
war came of age. Haig’s role in that transformation makes him
the central figure of the war on the Western Front.
2005, 1574886835,<35110-01-J-01> 137pp. illustrations, Pocket
size. new in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1485 ~ QUEEN VICTORIA : HER LIFE AND TIMES:
VOLUME ONE 1819-1861 ~ by Cecil Woodham-Smith
Using a mass of previously unpublished information the author
produced an interesting and for many, a new perception of
Queen Victoria. This first 42 years describe her early upbringing
in very strict circumstances through to her marriage and
widowhood in 1861 when Albert, the Prince Consort died.
1973, Book Club Associates, <35190-01-J-01> 574pp illustrations,
d/w worn and faded, boards and text very good,
£5.00
QF-1486 ~ DEVOTION TO DUTY: A BIOGRAPHY OF
ADMIRAL CLIFTON A. F. SPRAGUE ~ by John F Wukovits
The biography of Admiral Clifton Sprague - an early aviation
specialist in the US Navy, in WWII he commanded the US
Carrier Wasp in the battle of the Philippine Sea. Later
commanding his Task Group of Escort Carriers in Leyte Gulf he
prevented the certain destruction of the US landing forces - his
defence in what should have been over-whelming odds was one of
the great feats of WWII.
1995, Naval Institute Press, 1557509441,<22833-01-J-01> 273pp,
photos, maps, Very good in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1488 ~ 59TH DIVISION, 1915 - 1918 ~
The 59th North Midland, a Territorial division, was formed in
January 1915. It served in Ireland following the Easter Uprising
in April 1916. In March 1917 it was sent to France, serving on the
Western Front at Ypres, Cambrai, St Quentin, Bapaume, Baileul
and Kemmel Ridge during the German offensive on the Lys,
Amiens and in the final advance in Artois and Flanders. This
account consists of a series of narratives describing events
including brigade operations against Sinn Fein in Dublin,
examples of acts of gallantry, plus a summary of the divisional
record from formation to armistice. Also includes a table of the
divisions movements and locations.
2004, Naval & Military Press, 9781843429944,<11786-02-K-01>
186pp + 35-page supplement, 9 b/w photos, 3 maps, New CARD
£22.00
QF-1489 ~ AN HISTORICAL RECORD OF THE LIGHT
HORSE VOLUNTEERS OF LONDON AND WESTMINSTER ~
With Muster Rolls from the First Formation of the Regiment in
1779 to the Relodgement of the Standards in the Tower in 1829.
The hand coloured aquatint at the frontispiece is loose. The plate
facing page 54 has been removed. Some foxing to the plate
illustrating badge and motto but no foxing otherwise. The text is
good to very good and overall the book is clean, tight and sound.
There are 6 finely hand-coloured plates of officers, sergeant,
privates, mounted and dismounted. Titles blocked in gilt on the
spine. Embossed binding faded, bumped/worn at the corners.
1843, Wright, London, <24705-01-K-01> vi + 279pp, + muster rolls,
+ Appendix on Standing Regulations, 10 plates, good in orginal
embossed red faded binding,
£140.00
QF-1490 ~ ROYAL YEOMAN: NO. 2 1975 ~
Regimental Journal for the Royal Yeomanry and it's 5
Squadrons - Royal Wiltshire, Sherwood Rangers, Kent and
Sharpshooters, North Irish Horse and the HQ Squadron
Berkshire and Westminster Dragoons. Regimental Notes include
the visit of Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother at Tilshead Lodge
in May 1973 and a visit by Princess Alexandra to the North Irish
Horse. With indiviual Reports for each squadron followed by
Obituaries, Association news and Historical Notes.
1975, Regimental Pub, <36361-01-K-01> 63pp illustrations,
Magazine format. very good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1491 ~ THE HISTORY OF THE CORPS OF ROYAL
ENGINEERS: VOLUME I ~
An official history published by the Corps. This volume covers
the period from the dawn of Military Engineering Science to
1860. Includes operations in the 16th and 17th Centuries, the
War of the Spanish Succession, North America, Iberia,
Mediterranean, Germany, Low Countries, Egypt, India, the
Peninsular War, Crimea, Indian Mutiny and China War.
1958, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 1993 reprint, 0903530104,
<6271-01-K-01> xlx + 553pp, frontis, 5 portraits, 7 plans, 6 diags,
New in d/w,
£35.00
ENGINEERS: VOLUME III ~
the period from 1885-1912 and includes accounts of the
campaigns in the Sudan, 1885-1899 and the South African War,
1899-1902. Also includes the organisation of the Corps and
regimental units, barracks works and surveys plus biographies of
thirty distinguished officers.
1958, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 1993 reprint, 0903530082
,<6273-02-K-01> vi+ 409pp, portrait, New,
£32.00
ENGINEERS: VOLUME VI ~
WWI operations in Gallipoli, Macedonia, Egypt and Palestine,
1914-18. Includes the Western Desert operations against the
Senussi, the defence of the Suez Canal, the Battles of Romani and
actions in Gaza, Jerusalem and the Jordan Valley.
1952, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 0903530058,<6276-02-K-01> xvi +
444pp, 6 illustrations, 6 maps in end pocket, 7 text maps, Order of
Battle, New in d/w - Red boards with gold titling on spine,
£32.00
Regimental & Unit Histories
QF-1487 ~ 1902/1907 7TH D.E.O. GURKHA RIFLES 1970:
DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S OWN REGIMENTAL JOURNAL
Number 24 published in January 1970. Topics include the
Colonel of the Regiment's letter, Borneo, News of officers,
Obituaries, the 1969 Regimental dinner, the evolution and history
of the Kukri, 7GR Pipes and Drums. The book, published in
Hong Kong, was supported by commercial sponsors and includes
18 pages of contemporary advertisements for Hong Kong
businesses.
1970, Private Regimental Pub, <19682-01-K-01> 91pp. ills, 1st 6
pages loose. Dust jacket whole but a few tears at edges,
£15.00
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1990, USMC History & Museums Division, <8165-01-K-01> 90pp,
photos, maps, tables, storage wear, vg, CARD
£12.00
QF-1500 ~ THE INDIAN ARMY AND THE KING'S
ENEMIES 1900-1947 ~ by Charles Chenevix Trench
An account of the last four decades of the old Indian Army, its
campaigns and battles, including WWI, Waziristan 1919-21 and
WWII. In 1945 it was the largest volunteer fighting force in the
world. The book includes Chronology, Glossary of Vernacular
and Foreign Words, Indian Ranks and British Equivalents.
There is some highlighting on acknowledgement page and index.
Good reading copy.
1988, Thames & Hudson Ltd, 0500251002,<10073-02-K-01> 312pp,
over 50 illustrations, 20 maps, bibliography, index,
£8.00
QF-1501 ~ BATTLES WITH PANZERS ~
Britain's Royal Tank Regiment has seen the stalemate of trench
warfare, the restoration of battlefield mobility and the
establishment of armoured and mechanized forces as a dominant
factor in battle. During WWI, 1 RTR won two Victoria Crosses
and were victors in the first ever tank versus tank engagement,
and 2 RTR fought in all the key Western Front battles from
Messines to Cambrai. In WWII 1 RTR saw action in the North
African desert, in Italy and in Northwest Europe, whilst 2 RTR
fought in France, North Africa and Burma, and later in the 194445 Italian campaign, ending the war in Austria.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 0750932449,<31571-02-K-01> 248pp, 80
b/w illustrations, 27 maps, appendices, index, New in d/w, £17.99
XN-2704 ~ THE GORDON HIGHLANDERS:
A CONCISE HISTORY ~ by Trevor Doyle
The Gordons recruited from the north-east of Scotland from the
farming counties of Aberdeenshire, Moray and Nairn. It was
raised in 1794 by the Duke of Gordon. Originally raised as the
100th Highlanders, it was later renumbered the 92nd
Highlanders and in 1881 was amalgamated with the 75th
(Stirlingshire) Regiment to form The Gordon Highlanders. In
1994, The Gordon Highlanders amalgamated with Queen’s Own
Highlanders to form The Highlanders and in 2006 became the
4th Battalion of The Royal Regiment of Scotland. This is a
celebratory account of the regiment’s long and distinguished
history.
2007, Mainstream Publishing, 9781845962708,<36386-01-K-01>
240pp illustrations, New in dust jacket,
£12.99
QF-1502 ~ LINEAGE BOOK OF BRITISH LAND FORCES
1660-1978. TWO VOLUME SET ~ by J B M Frederick
Revised from the 1969 edition. An impressive two volume set
listing the dates of Formation, Amalgamation, Disbandment and
Organisation of all Cavalry, Yeomanry, Royal Artillery and
Infantry Units of the British Army. The books also include
Militia, Volunteers and Territorial Forces, as well as units raised
during wartime, and special forces.
1984, Microform Academic, 185117009X,<1582-01-K-01> Large
format, 2 Volumes, 1094pp, very good plus with slight edgecreasing
to d/w on spines,
£150.00
QF-1503 ~ WHO DARES WINS ~
by Tony Geraghty
Updated edition of the story of the Special Air Service, 1950 to
the first Gulf War. In addition to the original material which
recounts the secret warfare and unpublicised military success of
the regiment, this edition contains details of the near disaster
during the Falklands war as well as the success of the retaking of
South Georgia. Also the regiment's involvement in countering
terrorism in Northern Ireland, the Gibraltar shootings and the
untold role played by the SAS during the Gulf War in Kuwait
and Iraq.
1992, Little Brown & Co, 0316903248,<13306-01-K-01> 593pp,
photos, appendices, vg in rubbed d/w,
£6.00
QF-1504 ~ IN SEARCH OF THE "FORLORN HOPE":
2 VOLUMES ~ by J M Kitzmiller
Signed dedication from the author to previous owner. A
comprehensive guide to locating British Regiments and their
records (1640-WWI). Includes: How to find Regimental
names/numbers; Military records of genealogical value;
Bibliography of British Military records; list of garrisons and
ENGINEERS: VOLUME VII ~
Campaigns in Mesopotamia and East africa, 1914-1922 and the
Inter-War Period, 1918-1938. Includes the Tigris operation, the
Baghdad Campaign, Euphrates and North Mesopotamia
operations, the East Persian cordon 1917-19. Post WWI section
includes fortifications, training, searchlights, mechanisation.
There is an appendix listing recipients of VCs awarded during
WWI
1952, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 090353004X,<6277-02-K-01> xvi +
351pp, 9 illustrations, 3 maps in end pocket, New in d/w - Red
boards with gold titles on spine,
£32.00
ENGINEERS: VOLUME X ~
the period 1945-1960 and includes chapters on service in
Germany, Austria, Trieste, the Middle East, Palestine, East
Africa, Singapore, the Malayan Emergency, the Korean War, the
smaller garrisons, nuclear tests, Special Establishments including
Bomb Disposal and ammunition clearance, equipment, training
and organisation.
1986, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 0903530007,<6280-01-K-01> xviii +
431pp, 54 illustrations, 17 maps, 11 diags, New in d/w,
£35.00
ENGINEERS: VOLUME XI ~
the activities of the Corps from the 1960s to the 1980s. Includes
commitments to NATO and the RAF, support of UK forces in the
Far East and the Strategic Reserve at home plus the long
campaign in Northern Ireland
1993, Inst. of Royal Engineers, 0903530228,<6281-01-K-01> 517pp,
61 illustrations, New in d/w,
£32.00
QF-1497 ~ ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CONTINENTAL ARMY
UNITS: BATTALIONS, REGIMENTS AND
INDEPENDENT CORPS ~ by Fred Anderson Berg
The American Continental Army was formed after the outbreak
of the American Revolutionary War by the colonies that became
the United States of America. This volume pulls together the
organizational history of each of its Battalions, Regiments and
Independent Corps and includes specific information on State
military forces and certain Militia units, often confused with
Continental organizations.
1972, Stackpole Publishers, 0811705447,<36317-01-K-01> 160pp,
Good. Dustjacket worn and rubbed,
£18.00
QF-1498 ~ LINEAGE OF THE REGIMENTS OF THE
BRITISH ARMY: VOL 4, INFANTRY - PART 2
by Anthony Baker
The Lineage of the Cavalry, Yeomanry, Infantry and Artillery of
the British Army from the 1690s to the present. The information
is presented in large fold-out tables with a chronological record
of each Regiment. Raisings, retitling, disbandments,
amalgamations, associated Militia, Volunteer and Territorial
units, details of movements and other significant facts are all
shown. Also includes nicknames, marches, mottos, cap badges,
insignia, anniversaries, allied formations and Battle Honours.
Indices include Regular Infantry [Titles], Regular Infantry
[Numbers of Foot], Regular Infantry [Early Names], Militia
[Special Reserve] Regiments/Battalions, Rifle Volunteer Corps,
Administrative Battalions [Rifle Volunteers], Volunteer
Battalions, TF/TA Regiments/Battalions, TA Infantry Regiments
(post 1960).
1999, Military Press , 9780854203208,<32189-02-K-01> Large
format, viii + 173pp, 16pp of fold-out tables, New, CARD
£22.99
QF-1499 ~ A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE 14TH MARINES ~
by Lieutenant-Colonel R J Brown
The 14th was originally formed in 1918 and re-activated in 1943
as part of the US 4th Marine Division. Equipped with pack
howitzers, the unit specialized in the closest of support to the
Marine infantry. Operations included Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo
Jima.
40
barracks world-wide; list of Colonels of Regiments 1600s-1881;
historical table for each regiment; list of disbanded regiments
and dates and military establishments in English census 1841-81.
An invaluable research tool for British military ancestry.
1988, 0961926058,<20353-01-K-01> Vols I and II xx + 1583pp,
microfiche supplement , very good in d/w,
£120.00
QF-1505 ~ FIRST TO FIGHT ~
by Victor H Krulak
General Victor Krulak submits an unprecedented examination of
the USMC, their conflicts on the battlefield and off, and their
extraordinary esprit de corps. Deftly blending history with
autobiography, action with analysis, and separating fact from
fable, General Krulak touches the very essence of what it means
to be a Marine and the reason behind its outstanding
performance and reputation. Krulak served in the US Marine
Corps from 1934 to 1968 in a career that spanned three wars.
1999, Naval Institute Press, 1557504644,<32985-01-K-01> 252pp,
45 photos & illustrations, New in card cover, CARD
£14.99
QF-1506 ~ THE REGIMENTAL HISTORY OF 1ST THE
QUEEN'S DRAGOON GUARDS ~ by Michael Mann
The history of the 1st and 2nd Dragoon Guards, from their
foundation in the 17th Century, their amalgamation in 1959 to
1992. Appendices includeList of Colonels, Commanding Officers,
Stations and Battle Honours. Their service includes Ireland, the
Marlborough Wars, the Seven Years' Wars to the Napoleonic
Wars, the Indian Mutiny, the Boer War, World Wars I and II,
Malaya, Ulster and the Gulf.
1993, Russell Publishing, 085955189X,<16635-01-K-01> x + 580pp,
12pp of colour, 32pp halftones, maps, Very good in blue boards with
gold titles,
£26.00
QF-1507 ~ ARMY LINEAGE: FIELD ARTILLERY REGULAR
ARMY AND ARMY RESERVE ~
by J E McKenney
The artillery regiments of the US Army. Includes details of when
they were constituted, the various re-organisations, list of
campaigns in which they served and decorations received.
1985, Center Military History, <30197-01-K-01> viii + 761pages,
31pp of colour plates of artillery unit insignia, blue covers, gilt
emblem & titles, near fine,
£38.00
QF-1508 ~ THE WORLD'S GREAT REGIMENTS ~
by Vezio Melegari
From the first Regiments. A world-wide study including British,
French, German, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Balkan, African, US
and South American regiments, plus those of many more nations.
1972, Spring Books, Hamlyn, 0600338991,<635-01-K-01> 256pp,
160 col & 70 b/w illustrations, Large format, g in edge-worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1509 ~ THE MOUNTED TROOPS OF THE BRITISH
ARMY 1066 - 1945. ~ by Colonel H C B Rogers OBE
Imperial services Library Volume III. A study of British Cavalry
from the medieval period to the end of the use mounted troops in
battle in WWII.
1959, Seeley Service, 1st edition, ,<24341-01-K-01> 255pp, 17 col
16 b/w plates, text illustrations, index, fair in a poor d/w,
£10.00
QF-1510 ~ BATTLE HONOURS OF THE INDIAN
ARMY 1757-1971 ~ by Major Sarbans Singh
The evolution of the Indian Army from 1600 to the present.
Including the States Forces and a section on the development of
Battle Honours. Contains details of the Army's campaigns with
brief accounts of actions that were recognised by a Battle Honour
(from Plassey in 1757 to Poongli Bridge in 1971) and a list of
Regiments entitled to receive the award. Includes pre-1914 Battle
Honours, The Mutineer Regiments of the Bengal Army and list of
Regiments and Corps with their Battle Honours.
1993, Vison Books, 8170941156,<19562-01-K-01> 372pp, 24 maps,
appendices, index, corners bumped , Good in d/w,
£24.00
QF-1511 ~ THE COMMANDOS ~
by Douglas C Waller
The "secret soldiers" of the United States. Behind the scenes with
US special operations forces - SEALS, Green Berets, Delta Force
and other specialist units. The author takes a detailed look at
these elite units, their training and methods.
1993, Simon & Schuster (US), 0671787179,<18682-01-K-01>
399pp, 20 illustrations, sources, index, vg in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1512 ~ HISTORY OF THE 43RD INFANTRY
DIVISION 1941-1945 ~ by Colonel J E Zimmer
A reprint of the official history of US 43rd, the so-called 'Winged
Division', in WWII. They Served in New Zealand, Guadalcanal,
the Russell Islands, New Georgia, Aitape, Luzon and the
Philippines.
1982, Battery Press, 0898390680,<3685-01-K-01> 96pp, 240 photos,
15 maps, large format, blue covers, gilt, emblem, some storage wear,
very good,
£40.00
Uniforms, Dress & Insignia
QF-1513 ~ REGULATIONS & NOTES OF THE UNIFORMS
FOR THE NAVY & MARINE CORPS OF THE US: 1852
A manual of
illustrations,
of uniforms, insignia and
accoutrements,
including
fifteen
Navy
Quartermaster
illustrations, and plates plus five photos.
1989, Pioneer Press, 0913150886,<5730-01-L-01> 32pp, photos &
illustrations, vg, CARD
£7.00
QF-1514 ~ RUSSIAN CADETS 1864-1917 ~
Describes the many colleges such as Pavlov Military College,
Nicolai Engineer's College, Vladimir Military College, and goes
on to describe the educational and training system for the cadets,
their uniforms and the military insignia. Russian text with
English translation for captions and key uniform descriptions.
2002, AST Publications, 517009504X,<35095-01-L-01> 62pp col.
drawing and bw photos, very good in illustrated boards,
£10.00
QF-1515 ~ UNIFORM REGULATIONS FOR THE ARMY
OF THE UNITED STATES 1861 ~
This study, which is illustrated with contemporary official War
Department photographs, includes details of dress, trimmings,
accoutrements and badges of rank.
1961, Smithsonian Institute Press, <6468-01-L-01> 61pp, 37 plates,
blue pictorial covers a little faded ow vg, CARD
£10.00
QF-1516 ~ WARRIORS OF IMPERIAL JAPAN ~
by Carlo Antonucci and Renzo Forniti
Packed with colour plates, highly informative text and
contemporary WWII photographs, this is a detailed study of the
World War II Japanese soldier. Many of the photographs are
reproduced in original color illustrating Japanese soldiers from
all periods of the war. They are explained by detailed captions
commenting on uniforms, personal equipment and weapons. The
book also includes ten full colour plates created by the author
containing multiple illustrations, of various aspects of Japanese
uniforms and equipment.
2010, Concord Publications, Warrior Series, 9623611714,<20563-01L-01> A4 format, 52pp, 10 colour plates , 69 b/w & 33 colour
photos, New in card cover, CARD
£17.99
QF-1517 ~ A COMPANION TO THE BRITISH
ARMY 1660-1983 ~ by David Ascoli
A wide ranging work of reference which includes Orders of
Precedence, Battle Honours, Amalgamations and disbandments,
Regimental and Corps Head Dress badges.
1984, Book Club Associates, <10629-02-L-01> 319pp, illustrations,
bibliography, index, vg in rubbed dustjacket,
£15.00
QF-1518 ~ A CONCISE HISTORY OF THE US ARMY
AIRBORNE INFANTRY WITH LINEAGE & INSIGNIA
by Geoffrey T Barker
An account of The US Army Airborne Glider and Parachute
Regiments and Infantry Battalions. Includes details of insignia,
citations, campaigns and superior formations for each unit.
1990, Anglo-American Publishing, 0922004021,<8503-01-L-01>
Large format, 158pp, 180 col & 150 b/w illustrations, very good,
CARD
£19.00
QF-1519 ~ UNIFORMS OF THE BRITISH YEOMANRY
FORCE 1794-1914 3: THE YORKSHIRE HUSSARS
by L. Barlow and R. J. Smith
An illustrated study of the uniforms of The Yorkshire Hussars.
Yeomanry units, as the name suggests, were recruited on a
county basis, the county landowners and gentlemen officering the
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force and the farmers and yeoman serving in its ranks. This small
volume has numerous photographs plus drawings and colour
plates on the front and back covers. illustrations, are by R. J.
Marrion.
1991, Army Museums Ogilby Trust, 0950225142,<8703-01-L-01>
16pp, photos, line drawings, near fine, CARD
£6.00
QF-1520 ~ CAMOUFLAGED UNIFORMS OF THE GULF AND
NORTH AFRICAN FORCES ~ by Doctor J F Borsarello
In this highly specialised series on camouflaged uniforms by Dr. J
Borsarello every effort has been made to keep the numerous
colour prints as close to the originals as possible. This volume
includes the camouflage dress of Iraq, Iran, Syria, UAE, Egypt,
Lebanon, Libya, Palstinine and other nations.
1989, Galago Books, 0946784477,<9031-01-L-01> 32pp, 70 col &
28 b/w photos, New in card covers, CARD
£5.00
QF-1521 ~ CAMOUFLAGED UNIFORMS OF THE WARSAW
PACT & NON-ALIGNED FORCES. ~ by Doctor J F Borsarello
In this highly specialised series on camouflaged uniforms by Dr. J
Borsarello every effort has been made to keep the numerous
colour prints as close to the originals as possible. This volume
includes Bulgarian, East German, Hungarian, Polish, Romanian,
Czech, and Russian types.
1988, Galago Books, 0946784086,<4488-01-L-01> 32pp, 63 colour
& 43 b/w photos, New in card covers, CARD
£5.00
QF-1522 ~ BRITISH MILITARY UNIFORMS:
A SWIFT PICTURE BOOK ~ by W.Y. Carman
Childrens book from the 1960s - an offshoot of a weekly comic
for boys. Describes all the different elements of the armed
services from Household Cavalry to Foot Soldiers, Highlanders
and Yeomany, plus Music, Medals and Badges.
1962, Longacre Press, <36346-01-L-01> 64pp extensively illustrated,
Tear at top of spine. Good,
£5.00
QF-1523 ~ ARMY OFFICER'S GUIDE ~
by Lieutenant-Colonel L P Crocker
The forty sixth edition, includes sixteen pages of medals and
badges in full colour. Also details of military customs, pay and
allowances, uniforms, insignia and organisation of the US Army
of the 1990s.
1993, Stackpole Publishers, 0811725103,<17132-01-L-01> 596pp,
75 illustrations, 16pages of colour illustrations, g, CARD, £15.00
QF-1524 ~ GERMAN GROUND FORCES 1939-1940:
POLAND AND FRANCE ~ by Brian Davis
An extensively illustrated study of the uniforms, insignia,
equipment and operations of the German forces during the early
WWII years. The book features numerous black and white
photographs of troops in action plus colour illustrations, of
their uniforms and equipment
1976, Almark, Mechanics of War Series, <10845-01-L-01> 72pp, 12
colour illustrations, 60 b/w photos, vg in pictorial boards,
£17.00
QF-1525 ~ UNIFORMEN UND ABZEICHEN DER NATO:
GESCHICHTE UND ORGANISATION ~ by Brian L Davis
German text. A well illustrated examination of the numerous
badges of the Armed Forces of the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization in ther early 1990s.
1991, Motorbuch Verlag, 0713717378,<25261-02-L-01> 209pp.
Colour plates and numerous illustrations, , Fading on illustrated
boards. Bump on front corner, Ger.text,
£20.00
QF-1526 ~ L'ARMATA ROSSA E LE SUE
UNIFORMI (1917-1945) ~ by Elio e Vittorio del Guidice
Uniforms and insignia for the periods 1917-1920 (Dalla
rivoluzione di Ottobre all'Armato a Cavallo) 1921-1933 (La
Politica di Lenin e i nuovi ordinamenti) 1934 - 1936 ( Le grande
riforme di Tucatcevskj). 1937-1940( Le grandi purghe staliniane
all vigilia del secondo conflitto mondiale). 1941- 1945 ( la seconda
guerra mondiale e l'apoteosi dell'Armata Rossa). Dustjacket very
rubbed, faded and marked. Italian text.
1976, L.L.Edizioni Equestri, <36347-01-L-01> 224pp. extensively
illustrated with colour illustrations, Large Format, I
£60.00
QF-1527 ~ EASTERN LEGIONS AND COSSACK UNITS OF
THE WEHRMACHT 1935-1945
by S Drobyazko and Andrei Karachuk
Detailed coverage of uniforms and weapons including the legions
of Azarbaidjan, the North Caucasus, Turkmenistan, Armenian
and Georgian amongst many others. Also includes descriptions
for the Cossack divisions including 444 and 454 of the Guard
divisions, 97 Jaeger Division and 40th Tank Corps. Russian text
with a separate english translation of captions and key points.
1999, AST Publications, 5237030262,<35094-01-L-01> 46pp colour
drawings. illustrations, very good in illustrated boards,
£10.00
QF-1528 ~ NAPOLEONIC UNIFORMS: VOLUMES I & II
(TWO VOLUME SET) ~
by Colonel John R Elting. Illustrator Herbert Knotel
No other period in history has produced such magnificent
uniforms as those worn by the soldiers involved in the Napoleonic
Wars. Napoleonic Uniforms is the only reference work of its kind
to depict accurately the entire Grande Armée in detail. It
portrays the French armies, combining authoritative text with
lavish
illustrations. This superb two-volume set depicts in
magnificent colour the uniforms of the Royal Army, Emigrant
Troops, Revolutionary Armies, and the Army of Egypt. Herbert
Knötel's plates are recognised by uniform specialists as being
amongst the best and most accurate depicting this colourful
episode in military history. With more than nine hundred colour
plates, each with an authoritative caption by Colonel John Elting,
this new edition is presented in a cloth bound slipcase.
2007, Greenhill Books, 9781853677373,<35695-02-L-01> Large
format, 916 colour plates + text pages, As new in maroon boards in
cloth covered slipcase,
£160.00
QF-1529 ~ NAPOLEONIC UNIFORMS: VOLUMES I & II
(TWO VOLUME SET)
by Colonel John R Elting. Illustrator Herbert Knotel
Napoleonic Uniforms is the only reference work of its kind to
depict accurately the entire Grande Armée in detail. This superb
two-volume set depicts in magnificent colour the uniforms of the
Royal Army, Emigrant Troops, Revolutionary Armies, and the
Army of Egypt.
1993, Macmillan, 0028971159,<35695-01-L-01> Large format, 916
colour plates + text pages, Dustjackets slightly rubbed and creased,
otherwise very good,
£150.00
QF-1530 ~ ENCYCLOPEDIA OF UNITED STATES
ARMY INSIGNIA AND UNIFORMS ~
by Lieutenant-Colonel William K Emerson
A comprehensive illustrated study of the US Army insignia and
uniforms from the Revolution to the 1990s. Includes Infantry,
Artillery, Cavalry, Engineers as well as the Service and Support
Branches. The narrative relates the developments of the various
insignia and there are numerous contemporary photos of the
insignia and uniforms being worn.
1996, University Oklaholma Pr, 0806126221,<16662-01-L-01>
704pp, 2500+ illustrations, bibliography, large format, Fine in like
d/w,
£78.00
QF-1531 ~ GESCHICHTE DER GRENADIERE FRIEDRICHS
DES GROSSEN ~ by Siegfried Fiedler and Alfred Gay
German text. The history of the infantry army of Frederick the
Great - Friedrichs der Grosse. Includes details of the Foot and
Fusilier regiments nos. 1 - 55 and the Garrison regiments i - xiii.
The second part of the volume consists of 79 plates by Alfred Gay
illustrating uniforms in full colour .
1981, Schild Verlag GmbH, 38880140634,<36365-02-L-01> Soft
cover large format book 231pp. plus 79 colour uniform pages, Fine in
slightly rubbed box folder, Ger.text,
£120.00
QF-1532 ~ NAZI REGALIA ~
by E W W Fowler
An extensively illustrated study on the uniforms, badges,
decorations and insignia of the armed forces of Germany in the
Third Reich period. Contains hundreds of excellent colour and
black and white photographs including examples of propaganda
posters.
1992, Warfare, 1856272117,<16042-03-L-01> Large format, 160pp,
250 col & b/w illustrations, Fine in d/w,
£10.00
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QF-1533 ~ ARMY OF IMPERIAL ROME ~
by I Golizhenkov
A very detailed description of the uniforms, weaponry and
organisations of Imperial Rome. Includes colour illustrations,
of uniforms, composition of legions and photographs of friezes.
Russian Text.
2000, AST Publications, 5271005925,<35091-01-L-01> 47pp.
illustrations, very good in slightly rubbed illustrated boards,
£8.00
QF-1534 ~ UNITED STATES ARMY HEADGEAR TO 1854.
VOLUME 1 ~ by Edgar M Howell and Donald E Kloster
An extensively ilustrated, official volume from the US
Government Printing Office. The Smithsonian Institution
Museum of History and Techology has a massive collection of
American military dress, and this scarce volume features
headgear of the Armies of the United States from the early,
revolutionary period to 1854 - a year which marked the end of an
era of military headgear styling. This is the first volume of the
catalog of Army uniforms in the Smithsonian's collection.
1969, Smithsonian Institute Pr, <14750-01-L-01> Large format,
75pp, 56 b./w illustrations, index, biblio, Fine in blue boards with
gilt emblem & spine titles,
£32.00
QF-1535 ~ MILITARY UNIFORMS OF THE WORLD
IN COLOUR ~ by Preben Kannik
From the 16th Century, more than 500 colour illustrations, of
the uniforms of the world's armies - everything from Dragoons of
The War of Spanish Succession to Gordon Highlanders of the
second half of the twentieth century.
1969, Blandford Press, 0713704829,<9846-05-L-01> 278pp, 512 col
illustrations, prev owner sticker on fep ow good in edgeworn d/w,
£6.00
QF-1536 ~ HANDBUCH DER UNIFORMKUNDE DER
MILITARISCHE TRACHT IN IHRER ENTWICKLUNG
BIS ZUR GEGENWART ~ by Professor Richard Knotel
A very detailed study on the uniforms of the Prussian and
German States' Regiments uniforms from the 17th Century, as
well as those of twenty eight other European states, plus nine in
the Americas and Far East. German text.
1966, Helmut Gerhard Schulz, <11258-01-L-01> 440pp, 1600
illustrations, Good. Blue boards very marked. Bookplate inside cover,
Ger.text,
£12.00
QF-1537 ~ D.A.K. DEUTSCHES AFRIKAKORPS UNIFORMI
E DISTINTIVI ~ by Heinz Kuchler
A scarce Italian language study of the uniforms, equipment and
insignia of Rommel's Afrikakorps.
1973, Intergest - Milano, <16333-01-L-01> Small landscape format,
51pp, 6 colour & numerous b/w line drawings & photos , Very good,
Ital.text, CARD £26.00
QF-1538 ~ BRITISH MILITARY UNIFORMS ~ by James Laver
A "King Penguin" publication. An interesting little volume
providing a concise account of the history of British Military
uniforms, concentrating on the ceremonial or 'walking out'
uniform (as opposed to 'battledress' or combat clothing).
Features twenty four attractive colour plates
1948, Penguin Books, 1st edition, ,<5227-01-L-01> 37pp + 24 col
plates, thick card pictorial covers, good may have prev owner stamps
or inscription,
£7.00
QF-1539 ~ CHEVRON 4: RUSSIAN PATCHES AND
CHEVRONS PART 2 ~ Edited by G L Plotkin
Special Issue of the Russian Independent Military- Historical
magazine 'Sergeant'. This issue includes patches and chevrons of
the Federal Security Service, Federal Guard Service, Frontier
Guards Service, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Interior Troops of
the MIA and Emergency service. All captions are in English and
Russian/Cyrillic script.
2000, Sergeant Magazine, 5806700194,<35088-01-L-01> A4
format. 40pp 370+ black and white patches and chevrons, Slight
fading on red paper covers ow very good, Eng/Russ.text, CARD
£10.00
QF-1540 ~ CHEVRON 7: RUSSIAN PATCHES AND
CHEVRONS PART 3 ~ Edited by G L Plotkin
Special Issue of the Russian Independent Military- Historical
magazine Sergeant. All captions are in English and Russian
Cyrillic. Patches and chevrons displayed include the Armed
Forces, Directorates, Services and Institutions, Military
Education Institutions, the Cadet Force, Ground Force, Air
Force, the Strategic Missile and Space Force, the Coastal Defence
and Naval Infantry as well as the Suvorov Junior Military school
and the Airborne Force.
2001, Sergeant Magazine, 5806700372,<35089-01-L-01> A4
format.48pp.412 illustrations, very good , Eng/Russ.text, CARD
£10.00
QF-1541 ~ THE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF
MILITARY INSIGNIA OF THE 20TH CENTURY
by Guido Rosignoli
A wide ranging illustrated guide, to the insignia of the world's
major armed forces in the twentieth century. With an extensive
introduction it covers the badges, patches and embellishments of
the armies, navies, air forces, special forces and paramilitary
formations from World Wars I and II, to the present day. Some
shelfwear to dustjacket, small tear on top corner.
1997, Guild Publishing, <26451-01-L-01> Large format, 224pp, 500
+ col & b/w illustrations, vg in d/w - some shelfwear,
£12.00
FORCE 1794-1914 12: THE YEOMANRY CAVALRY
OF NORFOLK ~ by R. J. Smith and Harris R. G.
An illustrated study of the uniforms of Yeomanry Cavalry of
Norfolk. The units involved are The Norfolk Yeomanry, raised
and disbanded at various times from 1782 to 1849, The Norfolk
(Norwich) Light Horse Volunteers, raised in 1861 and disbanded
in 1867, and the Norfolk Imperial Yeomanry which was raised in
1901. illustrations, are by R. J. Morrison.
32pp, photos, line drawings, near fine, CARD
£6.00
FORCE 1794-1914 13: THE EAST KENT
MOUNTED RIFLES ~ by R. J. Smith
This illustrated guide includes numerous photographs and
illustrations, of the regiment's various dress and walking out
uniforms from its formation in 1794 until the period just
prededing the Great War. The full title of the regiment was The
Royal East Kent Mounted Rifles The Duke of Connaught's Own.
The illustrations, are by R. J. Marrion
32pp, photos, near fine, CARD
£6.00
FORCE 1794-1914 15: STAFFORDSHIRE
YEOMANRY ~ by R. J. Smith and C. R. Coogan
An extensively illustrated guide to the uniforms and
accoutrements of the Staffordshire Yeomanry up to the period
just prededing the Great War. There are front and back cover
colour plates, the illustrations, being by R. Marrion
1993, Army Museums Ogilby Trust, 0951571451X,<17007-01-L01> 33pp, photos, fine, CARD
£6.00
QF-1545 ~ US 82ND AIRBORNE DIVISION IN COLOUR ~
by Mike Verier
An extensively illustrated study of the uniforms weapons, insgnia,
equipment and vehicles of one of the US Army's elite airborne
divisions, the legendary "All American".
1991, Windrow & Green, 1872004857,<7378-01-L-01> 66pp, 80 col
photos, very good, CARD
£10.00
Medals, Decorations & Rolls of Honour
QF-1546 ~ NAVAL HONOURS AND AWARDS 1939-1940 ~
A full list of all major awards from the VC to the British Empire
Medal, plus those Mentioned in Despatches to the end of 1940.
The blue cloth covers are rubbed and the spine and gilt titles are
faded, otherwise condition is good. There is a bright gilt
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other decorations and awards. Includes 94 Army, 7
Kriegsmarine, 36 Air Force, 7 Waffen SS, 2 non-Germans.
1999, Military Press , 085422056,<29492-01-L-02> A4 format,
181pp, appendices, New in card cover, CARD
£19.99
QF-1554 ~ KNIGHT'S CROSS: GERMAN AND AXIS ARMED
FORCES 1939-1945: VOLUME IV ~ by David Lyne-Gordon
A selection from each of the Armed Forces with details of each
recipient's military career, rank and position held, plus dates,
Kriegsmarine, 39 Air Force, 10 Waffen SS, 3 non-Germans.
2000, Military Press , 854202153,<29655-01-L-02> A4 format, xxii
+ 180pp, New in card cover, CARD
£19.99
FORCES 1939-1945: VOLUME VI ~ by David Lyne-Gordon
Kriegsmarine, 16 Luftwaffe, 10 Waffen-SS, 2 non-Germans.
2001, Military Press , 0854202560,<30209-01-L-02> A4 format, vii
+ 176pp, New in card cover, CARD
£19.99
QF-1556 ~ GESCHICHTE DER DEUTSCHEN
VERWUNDETENABZEICHEN ~ by Rolf Michaelis
The special awards for the wounded of the German Armed forces
of WWI and WWII. Includes illustrations, of the various
grades of the award as well as selections of the award documents.
German text.
1992, Michaelis Verlag, <15331-01-L-02> 60pp, 66 photos &
illustrations, covers rubbed ow vg, Ger.text, CARD
£16.00
QF-1557 ~ DAS DEUTSCHE KREUZ 1941-1945 GESCHICHTE
UND INHABER BAND 2 ~ by Klaus Patzwall and Veit Scherzer
German text. After the Iron Cross, the Deustche Kreuz in Gold
or Silver was the highest German military honour during World
War II. All data has been collated using official documents.
There are approximately 28,000 awardees listed in alphabetical
order with unit designation, rank and award date.
2001, Patzwall Verlag, 393153345X,<3736-01-L-02> 563pp, Spine
slightly cocked ow very good in illustrated boards, Ger.text, £54.00
QF-1558 ~ MEN BEHIND THE MEDALS ~
by Air Commodore Graham Pitchfork
The stories of twenty-one gallant aircrew in WWII, chosen to
illustrate the wide scope of duties of the RAF in wartime. The
author looks at their service, decorations and campaign medals.
With 8 colour plates illustrating 20 medals and their ribbons.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 075093347X,<29117-03-L-02> 274pp, 20
colour photos, numerous b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1559 ~ DIE EICHENLAUBTRAGER 1940 - 1945 BAND 1 ~
by Peter Stockert
German text. The Holders of the Oakleaves to the Knights' Cross
of the Iron Cross awarded between 19 July, 1940 and 31 May
1943. each accompanied by a photograph and brief biographical
details.
1996, Verlag Friedrichshaller, 3980222276,<20566-01-L-02> Large
Format. 292pp. photographs, Very good in red boards,
£60.00
QF-1560 ~ DIE EICHENLAUBTRAGER 1940-1945 BAND 2 ~
by Peter Stockert
The Holders of the Oakleaves to the Knights' Cross of the Iron
Cross awarded between 7 June 1943 - 14 June 1944 with
photographs and brief biographical details. German text.
1997, Verlag Friedrichshaller, 3980222292,<20568-01-L-02> Large
Format. 300pp photographs, Very good in red boards,
£60.00
QF-1561 ~ CAMPAIGNS AND MEDALS OF THE
HONOURABLE EAST INDIA COMPANY AND THE INDIAN
ARMY & THE VICTORIA CROSS RECIPIENTS
by A G Stone OBE
A listing of the campaigns and medals in which the troops of the
Honourable East India Company Armies and the Indian Army
served from the 1700s to 1947. In addition there is a
comprehensive listing of the VC recipients of those armies with
dates of award, gazetting and unit
1997, Military Press , <26947-01-L-02> ii + 73pp, large format,
New,
£15.00
decoration of a fouled anchor on the top cover, plus coloured
frontis of the VC, George Cross and various ribbons. A scarce
volume
1942, Geoffrey Bles, <30093-01-L-02> 276pp, colour frontis, 12 b/w
plates, index,
£32.00
QF-1547 ~ THE MEDAL COLLECTOR 1969 ~
Volume 20. All twelve editions, January to December 1969,
bound into hard covers. The magazine is published by the Orders
and Medals Society of America. The contents include news,
citations, history and opportunities to exchange and purchase
medals and decorations.
1969,<27306-01-L-02> 480pp illustrations, very good in black
boards,
£30.00
QF-1548 ~ DIE RITTERKREUZTRAGER DER DEUTSCHEN
WEHRMACHT 1939-1945: PT.IV U-BOOT-WAFFE: VOL.1 ~
by Manfred Dorr
German text. This is the first of two volumes that list in detail all
the Knights Cross Holders of the World War II U-Boat Arm.
Part 1, A-J (Achilles - Johannsen). Each entry includes the
recipient's other decorations, ranks and postions held. The
appendices give a detailed listing of the U-Boat flotillas, their
boats and the higher organizations, command and control.
1988, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764817593,<6875-01-L-02>
xvii + 342pp, 225 photos. Large format, Near fine in slightly rubbed
red boards, Ger.text,
£60.00
WEHRMACHT 1939-1945: PT.IV U-BOOT-WAFFE: VOL.2 ~
by Manfred Dorr
German text. The Knights' Cross recipients of the U-Boat Arm.
Listing K-Z. (Kaeding - Zurn). This is the second of two volumes
that list in detail all the Knights Cross Holders of the World War
II U-Boat Arm. Each entry includes the recipient's other
decorations, ranks and postions held. The appendices give a
detailed listing of the U-Boat flotillas, their boats and the higher
organizations, command and control.
1989, Biblio Verlag GmbH. & Co, 3764817593,<6874-01-L-02> xii
+ 400pp, 583 photos. Large format, near fine with slightly rubbed
red boards, Ger.text,
£60.00
QF-1550 ~ DIE TRAGER DES RITTERKREUZES DES
EISERNEN KREUZES 1939-45 ERGANZUNGSBAND
by Walther-Peer Fellgiebel
Supplementary volume to the 1986 edition.
1988, Podzun-Pallas Verlag GmbH, 3790903426,<6867-02-L-02>
40pp, vey good in green boards, Ger.text,
£12.00
QF-1551 ~ DIE RITTERKREUZTRAGER DER WAFFEN-SS ~
by E G Kratschmer
A Table of Knights' Cross Holders by Division. One of the most
detailed and exhaustive studies, this classic work includes many
extensive biographies with details of military careers and how the
award was won. Also contains details of the awards to Foreign
Volunteers of the Waffen-SS and an alphabetical listing of all
recipients, cross-referenced to the entries in this book. German
Text.
1982, Verlag K W Schutz, 3rd edition, 3877250777,<6692-04-L-02>
1008pp, photos, lists of Ger. Cross in Gold & Silver recipients, Good
in damaged and torn d/w, Ger.text,
£40.00
QF-1552 ~ KNIGHTS OF THE WEHRMACHT: KNIGHT'S
CROSS HOLDERS OF THE AFRIKAKORPS ~
by Franz Kurowski
A comprehensive listing of those who were awarded the Knight's
Cross for service in North Africa. Each recipient is presented in a
capsuleted biography including date of birth, award of the
various Knight's Cross grades and other particulars of rank and
career. A contemporary WWII photograph of the awardee
accompanies each entry.
1996, Schiffer Publications, 0764300660,<24859-01-L-02> 351pp,
150 photos, very good in d/w,
£14.00
FORCES 1939-1945: VOLUME III ~ by David Lyne-Gordon
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WEHRMACHT 1939-1945: PT I STURMARTILLERIE
by Franz Thomas and Gunter Wegmann
A complete record, with German text, of every recipient of the
Knights' Cross of the WWII German Armed Forces. This series
is the result of many years of painstaking research. Each
recipient has his own chapter, outlines his military career with
ranks, posting and other decorations, as well as career in Federal
Armed Forces, if applicable, in addition to a portrait and other
photos.
Large format, 318pp, 300 photos, very good in maroon boards,
Ger.text,
£100.00
WEHRMACHT 1939-1945: PT.V FLUGABWEHRTRUPPE
VOL.2 ~ by Franz Thomas and Gunter Wegmann
German text. The recipients of the Knights Cross who served in
the Flak units, the men who manned the "88" and other guns. LZ (Lamprecht - Zimmermann).
xvi + 310pp, appendices,photographs. Large format, near fine in
slightly shelf rubbed red boards, Ger.text,
£60.00
WEHRMACHT 1939-1945: PTV FLUGABWEHRTRUPPEN
VOL.1 ~ by Franz Thomas and Gunter Wegmann
German text. The recipients of the Knights Cross who served in
the Flak units, the men who manned the "88" and other guns. AK (Andersen - Kron).
xvi + 360pp, numerous portraits, illustrations, Large format, near
fine in shelf rubbed red boards, Ger.text,
£60.00
QF-1565 ~ THEY DARED MIGHTILY ~
by Lionel Wigmore
The Victoria Cross winners of the Australian Armed Forces
during The Boer War, WWI, the 1919 campaign in North Russia,
WWII and Vietnam 1962-72, with biographical details and
portraits. Appendices list Australians who won the decoration
whilst serving with non-Australian Units plus George Cross
recipients. Revised and condensed edition.
1986, Australian War Memorial, 0642994714,<30279-02-L-02>
191pp, 100 photos, Fine, CARD
£12.00
XN-2705 ~ GERMAN CROSS IN GOLD HOLDERS OF THE SS
AND POLICE: VOLUME 1, "DAS REICH" A - L
by Mark C Yerger
the first volume of an epic study detailing all SS and Police
holders of the German Cross in Gold by unit. This volume
examines the 2.SS-Panzer-Division "Das Reich" holders - Kurt
Amlacher to Heinz Lorenz. It provides comprehensive
information on the holders of the prestigious decoration,
including narrative on the actions that resulted in the award.
Also includes other awards, promotions and known service
history. Extensively illustrated with rare photos and documents.
Appendix includes a detailed Order of Battle listing of
commands, plus new data on holders of the Division's Roll of
Honor Clasp and Close Combat Clasp in Gold.
2003, Bender Publications, 0912138947,<31808-01-L-02> 432pp,
295 photos & illustrations, New in pictorial boards,
£39.00
AND POLICE: VOLUME 2, "DAS REICH" L - Z
by Mark C Yerger
This volume covers Karl-Heinz Lorenz to Herbert Zimmermann,
SS and Police holders of the German Cross in Gold recipients
awarded for combat whilst assigned to 2.SS-Panzer-Division
“Das Reich.” Full biographies and combat narratives include
promotions, decorations, appointments, and postings. This
lavishly illustrated volume includes numerous photos and
documents plus Orders of Battle for armor contingents, a
divisional Order of Battle to platoon level, and a list of element
commanders. Foreword is by Knight's Cross holder Ernst
Barkmann.
£39.00
AND POLICE: VOLUME 3, "NORDLAND" ~ by Mark C Yerger
This volume examines the SS and Police holders of the German
Cross in Gold awarded for combat whilst assigned to the SSDivision “Nordland” Full biographies and combat narratives
include promotions, decorations, appointments, and postings.
Several olders of the decoration contributed photos and
documents for this lavishly illustrated volume.
2008, Bender Publications, 193297007X,<35240-01-L-02> 252pp,
136 photos & illustrations, New in illustrated boards,
£39.00
QF-1566 ~ GERMAN CROSS IN GOLD HOLDERS OF THE SS
AND POLICE: VOLUME 4, WAFFEN-SS CAVALRY
by Mark C Yerger
Volume 4 presents new material and photos, correcting previous
texts on the Waffen-SS Cavalry. The emphasis is on Kavallerie
Brigade, “Florian Geyer,” and “Maria Theresia” with data on
unit development, commanders and senior staff. The book is the
most comprehensive yet published with award holder
biographies. Allgemeine-SS riding units, Honor Clasp, and Close
Combat Clasp in Gold holders are also included, as is Feldpost
data, multiple officer assignment lists and addendum. With a
foreword by Hugh Page Taylor.
2009, Bender Publications, 193297010X,<35548-01-L-02> 368pp,
151 photos & illustrations, New in illustrated boards,
£39.00
AND POLICE: VOLUME 5, POLIZEI DIVISION AND
POLICE UNITS ~ by Mark C. Yerger and Arrondo Ignacio
This volume covers the first group of German Cross in Gold
holders of the Polizei Division and independent Polizei Units.
Comprehensive new details of this unit that saw combat in the
West, Russia, and Greece include its numerous commanders and
senior staff, as well as an exhaustive study of its development and
Kampfgruppe Polizei Division. The Honor Clasp and Close
Combat Clasp in Gold holders of the formation are detailed,
enhanced with a wealth of previously unseen documents and
photos. Foreword by Leslie Fiorenza.
£39.00
Small Arms, Equipment & Acoutrements
QF-1567 ~ ENCICLOPEDIA REGIONATA DELLE ARMI ~
Edited by Claude Blaire
Italian text. Armour, small arms and artillery in alphabetical
order from the Middle Ages to the Second World War.
1979, Arnoldo Mondadori Ed, <36359-01-L-03> 557pp.
illustrations, Large Format, Very good. Dustjacket covered by
sticky plastic, Ital.text,
£44.00
QF-1568 ~ THE ILLUSTRATED HISTORY
OF AMMUNITION ~
Edited byMichael Boxall
Well illustrated with photographs and diagrams, a history from
Cannon Ball to Copperhead. With aforeword by Ian Hogg.
1985, New Burlington Books, 0906286743,<10687-01-L-03> 64pp,
59 col & 40 b/w illustrations, large format, Brown Boards. No dw.
Very Good,
£8.00
QF-1569 ~ THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF EUROPEAN
HISTORICAL WEAPONS ~ by Vladamir Dolinek and Jan Durdik
A comprehensive history of the development of edged weapons
and firearms in Europe up to the end of the 19th century (the
main emphasis being from the 15th century onward). Features
early daggers and axes of the third millennium BC, swords and
lances of the Greek Hopolite and the Roman centurion, the
technical evolution of the various types of sword ie. broadsword,
sabre, rapier etc, their use decoration and markings. Also covers
the development of firearms from medieval handguns to the
weapons of the 17th and 18th centuries.
1993, Hamlyn, 0600575381,<29387-01-L-03> 351pp, over 400
colour & b/w photos & line drawings, bibliography, index, Mint in
plastic sleeved in d/w,
£15.00
45
1947, Dansk Industri Syndikat, <14141-01-L-03> 80pp, 46
illustrations, tables, v scarce. green covers rubbed at extremities,
Good,
£24.00
QF-1577 ~ WEARING THE EDGED WEAPONS OF THE
THIRD REICH ~ by Lieutenant-Colonel Thomas M Johnson
A photographic compendium illustrating how edged weapons
were worn. The illustrations, portray many of the leadership as
well as lower ranks wearing daggers and swords. Examples
include Army, Luftwaffe, Navy, SA, SS, RAD, HJ, Diplomatic,
Red Cross and Fire Service.
1977, Private Publication, 0960090649,<17972-01-L-03> 63pp, 74
photos, landscape format. fading on covers.prev.owner stamp on title
page, CARD
£20.00
QF-1578 ~ THE SPIRIT OF THE PIKE ~
by Graham Priest
British Socket Bayonets of the Twentieth Century. This
extensively illustrated study provides comprehensive details of
the manufacture and use of British bayonets since the end of the
19th Century. Graham Priest has collected bayonets since 1957
and he is one of the acknowledged experts on the subject. His
impressive book contains more than one thousand illustrations,
Signed by the author.
2003, Uppem Publications, 0954549201,<20562-01-L-03> Large
format, 352pp, c1000 b/w photos, illustrations, maps, New in
illustrated boards ,
£49.99
QF-1579 ~ THE LORE OF ARMS ~
by William Reid
The history of arms and weapons of war and the chase,
illustrating and describing the evolution of man's hunting and
fighting weapons from Neolithic axes and Bronze Age swords to
the tanks and anti-aircraft guns of WWII. Includes arms,
armour, battles and the weapons that decided them, castles and
fortifications.
1976, Book Club Edition, <30247-01-L-03> 280pp, over 800
illustrations, further reading, glossary, large square format, vg in
rubbed d/w,
£16.00
QF-1580 ~ WEAPONS OF THE BRITISH SOLDIER ~
by Colonel H C B Rogers OBE
An examination of the personal weapons of the British Soldier
from the Medieval period to post WWII.
1968, Seeley Service, <839-02-L-03> 259pp, col plate, 24 b/w plates,
48 drawings, index, vg in a worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1581 ~ WEAPONS OF THE BRITISH SOLDIER ~
by Colonel H C B Rogers OBE
An examination of the personal weapons of the British Soldier
from the Medieval period to post WWII. 1960 first edition
1960, Seeley Service, <839-01-L-03> 259pp, col plate, 24 b/w plates,
48 drawings, index, vg in a rubbed and spine-faded d/w,
£15.00
QF-1570 ~ THE SCHMEISSER SUBMACHINE GUN ~
by Chris Ellis and Peter Chamberlain
An extensively illustrated study on the famed Schmeisser
Maschinen Pistole or submachine gun. The gun evolved from
automatic close combat weapons used during the trench warfare
of World War One, the first being Hugo Schmeisser's MP18. In
fact the MP38 and MP40 models used extensively by German
forces in World War Two had nothing to do with Hugo or his
son, Louis, being manufactured by Erfurter Maschinenfabrik B.
Giepel GmbH. This monograph looks at development of the
'Schmeisser' from the MP18 through to the MP49 model.
1999, Parkgate Publications, 1902616383,<36391-01-L-03> Large
format, 64pp, c300 b/w photos & illustrations, New in d/w, £12.95
QF-1571 ~ BRITISH BAYONET LETTERS
PATENT 1721 - 1961 ~ by R. D. C. Evans
A number of publications for the bayonet collector have
appeared, but the storehouse of knowledge buried in the files of
the British Patent Office has to date been neglected as a source of
information on bayonet identification. This book seeks to remedy
that deficiency. 119 Patents dealing with bayonet designs or
associated inventions are dealt with in depth. Each section gives
full details of the patent, with an extract from the inventor's
specification, comments by the author, and in the majority of
cases a drawing taken from the Patent itself.
1991, Private Publication, 0951797204,<36392-01-L-03> 332pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, New in illustrated boards,
£19.99
QF-1572 ~ THE PLUG BAYONET: AN IDENTIFICATION
GUIDE FOR COLLECTORS ~ by R. D. C. Evans
A beautifully illustrated study describing more than 500 plug
bayonets with nearly 1,000 black and white photographs and
drawings. The book traces the evolution and design from the late
16th century through to the 18th century and includes cutlers
marks and an extensive bibliography. This is the definitive
publication on military and hunting plug bayonets.
2002, Private Publication, No ISBN,<36383-01-L-03> Large format,
263pp, c1000 b/w illustrations, New in illustrated boards,
£44.99
QF-1573 ~ ARMS & ARMAMENT: AN HISTORICAL
SURVEY OF THE WEAPONS OF THE BRITISH ARMY
by Charles Ffoulkes
The author was the Master of the Tower Armouries. This study
covers chain mail and swords, through long-bow and pike, to
firearms, artillery and tanks. Illustrated with excellent line
drawings, some photos and reproductions. Harrap 1947 reprint.
1947, Harrap & Co Ltd, <30202-02-L-03> 158pp, 176 illustrations,
sources, index, vg in slightly edge-worn d/w,
£18.00
QF-1574 ~ ARMS & ARMOUR ~
by Stephen V Grancsay
Odyssey Library Series. A pocket-sized hardback detailing the
weapons and equipment of the medieval fighting man.
1964,<21494-01-L-03> 46pp, numerous col illustrations, pocket
size landscape format, pictorial boards,
£8.00
QF-1575 ~ AMERICAN THUNDER II ~
by Frank Iannamico
The revised and updated second edition of Frank Iannamico's
American Thunder, now with over 500 pages containing more
than 400 illustrations, This is an in-depth look at the famous
wartime Thompson Submachine Gun as used by the United
States and her allies during WWII. There have been many books
written about the original Colt Thompsons, but never before has
such a detailed study been published on the wartime Thompsons.
2004, Moose Lake Publishing, 0974272418,<36382-01-L-03> Large
format, 536pp, 400 + b/w photos & illustrations, New in card cover,
CARD
£29.99
QF-1576 ~ AUTOMATIC STANDARD ARMS OF MODERN
WARFARE: MADSEN ARMS ~ by Colonel Halvor Jessen
Details of the Madsen 9mm Sub-Machine Gun and 51mm
mortar. Also the 'Modern Infantry Brigade' in England, France
and Germany at the end of WWII, plus Swedish and French
opinions on future infantry. The original green covers are rubbed
at the extremities and the spine is grazed, gilt titles to the spine
and top cover, the endpapers have been replaced, the text and
illustrations, are good.
Collectibles
QF-1582 ~ F.W. ASSMANN & SOHNE SALES CATALOG ~
Originally published in soft covers this book has been
professionally rebound as a hardback. This fascimile reprint of
the F.W. Assmann & Sohne catalog from the late 1930s, provides
a wealth of information on hundreds of items produced by this
well-known firm. Includes cap and uniform insignia, medals,
badges, gorgets, buckles, dagger hangers and buttons. Other
accouterments for the Luftwaffe, Kreigsmarine, Heer, Polizei, SS
and other branches of the NSDAP are also illustrated and
described.
1992, Reddick Enterprises, 096248833X,<31414-05-L-04> A4
format, 108pp, hundreds of illustrations, Fine in protected illustrated
boards,
£20.00
QF-1583 ~ COLLECTING WORLD WAR II GERMAN
MILITARY IDENTIFICATION DISCS ~
by Michael Burroughs and Ulric of England
The book includes all commonly encountered German military
identification discs, plus many rarer examples. The reader will
find information relating to the three main military services, as
well as Waffen-SS and other smaller organisations. Magnified
photography shows the various stamping styles, and provides a
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introduction of the tank. On both sides the small, self-reliant,
opportunistic infantry unit, with its own specialist weapons,
became the basic tool of attack.
2003, Osprey Publishing, 10841761982,<31543-02-L-06> 64pp,
numerous b/w ills + 10 colour plates, New, CARD
£10.99
QF-1590 ~ OSPREY MEN-AT-ARMS 465: BRAZILIAN
EXPEDITIONARY FORCE IN WORLD WAR II
by Cesar Campiani Maximiano and Ricardo Bonalume Neto
It is little known in the English-speaking world that a volunteer
Brazilian Expeditionary Force fought alongside the US Army in
Italy from mid-1944. This was in effect a light infantry division,
consisting of three infantry regiments augmented with artillery
and light armour. It was supported by a Brazilian Air Force
contingent of a light reconnaissance squadron as well as a P-47
Thunderbolt-equipped fighter squadron. This is a seriously
researched volume on a little-studied subject matter complete
with a range of previously unpublished photographs and
specially commissioned colour artwork by Ramiro Bujeiro.
2011, Osprey Publishing, 9781849084833,<36397-01-L-06> 48pp, 8
colour plates, 43 b/w photos, New in card cover, CARD £9.99
XN-2709 ~ OSPREY FORTRESS 102: DEFENSE OF THE
RHINE 1944-45 ~ by Steven J. Zaloga
The River Rhine represented the last natural defensive barrier
for the Third Reich in the autumn of 1944. Although Hitler had
been reluctant to allow the construction of tactical defence lines
in France, work on the Rhine defence line began in September
1944. Zaloga examines the multiple phases of construction
undertaken to strengthen the Westwall (Siegfried Line), to fortify
many border villages, and finally to prepare for the demolition of
the Rhine bridges. Using detailed maps, colour artwork, and
expert analysis, this book takes a detailed look at Germany’s last
line of defence.
numerous b/w photos, colour plates & maps, New, CARD
£11.99
QF-1591 ~ OSPREY NEW VANGUARD 2: M1 ABRAMS MAIN
BATTLE TANK 1982-1992 ~ by Steven J Zaloga and Peter Sarson
The Abrams was the most radical departure in US tank design
since World War II. Until its advent of in the early 1980s, the US
Army had relied on the steady evolution of the M26 Pershing
tank, through the M46, M47, M48 and M60. The M1
incorporated a host of important new technologies in terms of
structure and weaponry. This book details the design,
development and operational use of one of this potent main battle
tank, and contains a wealth of color and b/w illustrations.
colour illustrations, 45 b/w photos, drawings, Mint, CARD £8.00
clearer understanding of how identity discs were manufactured
and regimentally stamped. Of particular use to the collector is an
A-Z dictionary of abbreviations encountered on identity discs,
together with the full description in German and English
translation.
2005, Ulric Publishing, 1905142048,<33016-01-L-04> A4 format,
110pp, 150 + photographs, New in card cover, CARD
£26.95
QF-1584 ~ HIS MAJESTY'S REGULATIONS 1828 ~
by Major T L Mitchell
A reprint of the manual describing musketry drill. The booklet
consists of twenty six full page plates illustrating the eighty eight
drill positions.
No Date, Museum Restoration Servic, <18224-01-L-04> 32pp,
illustrations, of 88 positions, storage wear, Good, CARD
£8.00
Early Arms, Armour, Heraldry & Chivalry
QF-1585 ~ ARMS AND ARMOUR IN ANTIQUITY
AND THE MIDDLE AGES ~ by C Boutell
Translated from the original French edition by M P Lacome with
notes, preface and an additional chapter by Boutell on the Arms
and Armour of England. Includes chapters on Stone and Bronze
Age, Arms and Armour of Greeks and Persians, Etruscans, and
Romans, Weapons of the Savage Races, the Dark Ages, Early
Middle, and Middle Ages, Early artillery and small arms.
Original publishers cloth binding, gilt blocking and vignettes on
spine and upper board.
1869,<25957-01-L-05> xvi + 296pp, 71 engravings, foxing at fep,
otherwise g,
£70.00
QF-1586 ~ GUIDE TO THE FLAGS OF THE WORLD ~ by
Mario Talocci. Edited by Whitney Smith
Revised and updated from the 1977 edition, there 34 European
sections, 41 Asian, 54 African, 29 North and Central America, 15
South American including the Falkland Islands, 18 Oceania and
a section on International Flags. Obviously the world is still
changing and the USSR is still shown at this time as a single
identity as is the Former Yugoslavia.
1982, Sidgwick and Jackson, 0283988703,<32699-01-L-05> 271pp
illustrations, prev owner stamp inside cover ow vg, CARD
£7.00
QF-1587 ~ ARMS & ARMOUR ~
by F Wilkinson
A study of body armour and weapons of the fighting man from
the ancients to the 20th Century. looks at the development of
weapons from the earliest stone hand-axes, swords, daggers and
lances to the automatic weapons of today. With a separate section
on weapons and armour of the Third World.
1996, Chancellor Press, re-issue, 1851529578,<14753-01-L-05>
156pp, 80 full colour and b/w illustrations, New,
£12.50
Aviation
Osprey
QF-1592 ~ ALLIED & ENEMY AIRCRAFT: MAY 1918 ~
A reprint of the very scarce official French manual published in
1918 to identify British, American, French, German and Italian
aircraft. Features sixty types, each with three or more views. Text
translated from the original French. With more than forty 4-view
recognition drawings plus colour illustrations, of the national
insignia of the combatant nations.
1992, Museum Restoration Servic, Historical Arms Series.No.27,
0919316271,<18206-01-M-01> 36pp, 46 4-view drawings, colour
illustrations, New, CARD
£8.00
QF-1593 ~ JANE'S POCKET BOOK 3:
COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT
A classic from 1973, edited by John W R Taylor.
1973, 0356043762,<22210-02-M-01> 262pp, photos & three view
drawings, Plastic covers, Good, CARD
£5.00
QF-1594 ~ NAVAL AVIATION 1911 - 1986 ~
A photo record of US Naval Aviation, from pre-World War I to
post Vietnam. With numerous photos of the aircraft, the
personalities and leaders.
1986,<6448-01-M-01> ii + 94pp, 205 photos, covers rubbed, g/vg,
CARD
£9.00
QF-1588 ~ OSPREY ELITE 78: WORLD WAR I TRENCH
WARFARE (1) ~ by Dr. Stephen Bull. Illustrated by Adam Hook
The armies of 1914 were composed of massed riflemen, screened
by cavalry and supported by artillery. They expected a quick,
decisive outcome, achieved by sweeping manoeuvre and bold
leadership. Eighteen months later their tactics had changed
utterly. Conscript armies sheltered from massive bombardment
in sophisticated trench systems, a few miles wide and 400 miles
long. This richly illustrated study explains in detail the specifics
of that extraordinary transformation, complete with ten full
colour plates of uniforms and equipment.
numerous b/w ills + 10 colour plates, New, CARD
£10.99
QF-1589 ~ OSPREY ELITE 84: WORLD WAR I TRENCH
WARFARE (2) ~ by Dr. Stephen Bull. Illustrated by Adam Hook
The Allied attempt to break the stalemate of trench warfare by
the 'big pushes' of 1916 led to massively costly battles of attrition.
The Germans responded by developing schemes of defence in
depth based on concrete bunkers: the Allies, by sophisticated
artillery tactics in support of infantry assaults and by the
47
which never flew. The book also lists all fighter-bombers and
reconnaissance aircraft operated by the Bundeswehr, from the
initial types acquired from the Allies, through the Republic RF84F Thunderflash, Fiat G.91, and Lockheed F-104G Starfighter,
to the McDonnell Douglas R/F-4E/F Phantom, and the joint
venture Alpha Jet and Tornado.
2001, Schiffer Publications, 0764312839,<33059-01-M-01> Large
format, 311pp, 300+ b/w photos & drawings, As new in plastic
sleeved d/w,
£24.00
QF-1600 ~ MISSING - BELIEVED KILLED ~
by Roy Conyers Nesbit
Amelia Earhart, Amy Johnson, the Duke of Kent and Glenn
Miller all have one thing in common, the aircraft they were
travelling in either as a pilot or passenger dissappeared during
the flight. The author, a leading aviation expert has tracked down
new witnesses and drawn upon hitherto undisclosed public
records to provide new evidence on these mysteries of the air.
2002, Sutton Publishing, 0750930039,<32480-01-M-01> 183pp
£10.00
QF-1601 ~ THE BATTLE OF FRANCE THEN AND NOW ~
by Peter D Cornwell
The story of the greatest air battle of the WWII when six nations
were locked in combat over north-western Europe for a
traumatic six weeks in 1940. The story is told by Flying Officer
Edward Hall, Adjutant of No. 73 Squadron, the first squadron to
be sent to France. The battle was perceived to be an allHurricane show, yet it was the Blenheim and Battle crews who
suffered the brunt of the casualties. Every aircraft lost or
damaged through enemy action is listed together with the fate of
the crews. The RAF lost more than a thousand aircraft of all
types plus 1,127 airmen, of whom 415 paid the supreme sacrifice.
Luftwaffe losses were even higher.
2008, After the Battle, 9781870067652,<35232-01-M-01> Large
format, 590pp, 900 + b/w photos & illustrations, New in d/w,
£44.95
QF-1602 ~ SPITFIRES OVER MALTA ~
by Brian Cull and Frederick Galea
Between March and October 1942 some 400 Spitfires reached the
beleaguered island of Malta, flown mainly from the decks of
aircraft carriers that had ventured into the hostile waters of the
Mediterranean. They flew daily sorties from the three bombedscarred airfields of Luqa, Takali and Hal Far, to repel the might
of the Luftwaffe and Regia Aeronautica. Almost 100 young men
from Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Rhodesia and
the United States paid the supreme price. Malta held out and
finally the battle was won with Malta’s Spitfire pilots being
credited with at least 600 victories.
2005, Grub Street, 1904943306,<32999-01-M-01> 402pp, 69 b/w
illustrations, As new in d/w,
£15.00
XN-2711 ~ RAF ILLUSTRATED: AVRO VULCAN PART 1 ~
by Kev Darling
A comprehensive history of the legendary Vulcan bomber.
Originally designed as a deep penetration, high altitude nuclear
weapon delivery vehicle, one of the RAF's triumvirate of 'VBombers' (together with the Valiant and the Victor), the Vulcan
metamorphasised into the low level role, both nuclear and
conventional. It became a tanker as well as a bomber and, in both
of these roles, it delivered the famous 'Black Buck' attacks on
Port Stanley during the 1982 Falklands War.
2007, Big Bird Aviation Pubs, 9781847992376,<20573-01-M-01>
A4 Format, 129pp, c200 b/w photos & illustrations, New in card
cover, CARD
£27.00
QF-1603 ~ FROM AVIATION SECTION TO
UNITED STATES AIRFORCE ~ by Colonel R E Davis
The author's experiences in the US Army Air Service, USAAF
and USAF. He was trained to fly in WWI and the book recounts
his inter-war years as stunt-flying barnstormer, and his WWII
service.
1984, Vantage Press, 1st edition, 0533057566,<3661-01-M-01> xii +
220pp, 50 photos, near fine in rubbed d/w,
£18.00
XN-2710 ~ DROP ZONE BORNEO: LIFE AND TIMES OF AN
RAF CO-PILOT FAR EAST 1962-65 ~ by Roger Annett
in 1963 following the threat from Indonesian troops against
British Borneo, British troops and their allies who were
defending the border started to make offensive incursions into
Indonesia Borneo to seek out Indonesian bases and training
camps. Codenamed Claret these operations were never made
public. The author flew with 215 Squadron, co-piloting Argosy
transport aircraft deep over jungle terrain from 1963-65 to keep
British and Allied ground forces supplied.
2010, 9781848844056,<36385-01-M-01> 150pp photographs, map,
New in card covers, CARD
£12.99
QF-1595 ~ VULCAN TEST PILOT ~
by Tony Blackman
The author's experiences in the cockpit of a Cold War icon. In
2007, a restored Avro Vulcan Mark 2 - XH558 - took to the air
again to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Falklands
conflict. This book describes test flying this magnificent, deltawing aircraft. Tony Blackman is the ideal person to write such a
tale as he flew no less than 105 of the 136 Vulcans built, logging
850 flights and more than 1,327 hours. His book describes in
layman's terms what it was like to tame the first prototypes and
to master the unusual characteristics necessitated by the Vulcan's
radical shape.
2007, Bounty Books, 9780753719152,<36380-01-M-01> 218pp,
numerous colour & b/w photos & illustrations, New in d/w, £10.00
QF-1596 ~ JANE'S BATTLES WITH THE LUFTWAFFE ~
by Theo Boiten and Martin Bowman
A comprehensive look at the air war over Europe during World
War II. Pilots from both sides tell their story, while a modern
overview sets their individual exploits in their historical context.
The authors interviewed American, German, British, Australian,
Czech, French and aircrew from many other countries. The
result is a fascinating collection of personal stories, extensively
illustrated with more than 300 black and white and colour
photographs (many previously unpublished).
2001, Ted Smart, 0007653344,<36344-01-M-01> Large format,
235pp, 300 + b/w & colour photos, Fine in dustjacket,
£15.00
QF-1597 ~ THE SOVIET AIR FORCE SINCE 1918 ~
by Alexander Boyd
A comprehensive and detailed study of the Soviet Air Force from
its earliest origins until the mid 1970s. Amongst the topics
covered are 'The Fortunes of Soviet Air Strategy', 'Stalin's
Falcons', 'Barbarossa', 'The Air Battle for Moscow' and 'The
Day of the Mig-15'
1977, Macdonald & Janes, 0356082881,<30105-02-M-01> 259pp, 39
b/w photos, illustrations, maps, vg in slightly darkened d/w, £10.00
QF-1598 ~ WINGS OF THE LUFTWAFFE ~
by Captain Eric Brown CBE, DSC, AFC, RN
Captain Eric 'Winkle' Brown flew no fewer than 55 WWII
German aircraft, ranging from exotic creations such as the
prone-pilot Berlin B 9 and Horten IV, the push-and-pull Dornier
DO 335 and the remarkable Heinkel HE 162 Volksjager, to the
highly innovative combat types that were entering the service
shortly before the demise of the Third Reich. He interrogated
leading German aviation personalities including Willy
Messerschmitt, Ernst Heinkel, Kurt Tank and Hanna Reitsch.
From his unique knowledge of German aviation, he describes the
background and characteristics of the most important aircraft
developed for the Luftwaffe. This new edition, which includes
colour photos and drawings has been revised and updated by
Hikoki Publications.
2010, Crecy Publishing Ltd, 9781902109152,<6135-03-M-01> Large
format, 271pp, 223 photos, cutaways, cockpit layouts & 3-view
drawings. New in d/w,
£34.95
QF-1599 ~ THE HISTORY OF GERMAN AVIATION:
BOMBERS AND RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT,
1935 TO THE PRESENT ~ by Roderich Cescotti
This volume covers the development history of every German
aircraft designed for ground attack, bombing and
reconnaissance. Many types are comprehensively detailed in
chronological order, including numerous advanced projects
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QF-1604 ~ BATTLE OF BRITAIN ~
by Len Deighton
The story of the climactic battle of 1940. Deighton examines the
threat of "Operation Sea Lion", the rise of the Luftwaffe, the Fall
of France and the heroic air battles over Britain in 1940. He uses
the words of witnesses and combatants to describe the weeks of
desperate endeavour
1980, Book Club Associates, <12148-01-M-01> 224pp, 200 col &
b/w photos & illustrations, maps, charts, diagrams, index, Good in
torn d/w,
£6.00
QF-1605 ~ SPITFIRE: FLYING LEGEND ~
by John Dibbs and Tony Holmes
The Supermarine Spitfire has become the most recognisable icon
of World War II. From the throaty growl of its Rolls-Royce
Merlin or Griffon, to its beautifully tapered elliptical wings, the
Spitfire is a true aeronautical thoroughbred. The year 2000 was
the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, the Spitfire’s ‘finest
hour’. This lavishly illustrated volume makes a stunning pictorial
tribute to the airworthy survivors of today. With a Foreword by
Air Commodore Alan Deere, DSO, CBE, DFC and Bar.
1999, Osprey Publishing, 9781841350127,<35124-01-M-01> Large
format, 192pp, 105 colour & numerous b/w photos, New in d/w,
£9.00
QF-1606 ~ HUNT LIKE A TIGER ~
by Tom Docherty
The illustrated history of 230 Squadron, RAF, 1939-45. The
Squadron started the war in the Far East but in the course of its
service it saw action in North Africa, the Mediterranean, the
Aegean, Greece, Crete, East Africa, Ceylon, Madagascar and
Burma before completing the circle and returning to RAF Seletar
in Singapore. The crews of the Squadron engaged in dogfights
with Italian and German fighters, made the sighting which
resulted in the Battle of Cape Matapan, sank Italian submarines
in the Mediterranean, worked behind Japanese lines with the
Chindits and attacked Japanese shipping off Burma, all using
Sunderland Flying Boats in a role more commonly expected of a
fighter-bomber!
2003, Woodfield Publishing, 1903953375,<35142-01-M-01> A4
format, 192pp, 100 + b/w photos, New, CARD
£15.00
QF-1607 ~ TAKTISCHE MILITARFLUGZEUGE IN
DEUTSCHLAND 1925 BIS HEUTE ~
by Joachim Dressel and Manfred Griehl
Illustrated with numerous photos and
illustrations,
The
development of tactics and tactical military aircraft in Germany
from 1925. Provides considerable information on the Third Reich
and WWII periods, as well as the operations of the Post War
Luftwaffe, including such types as the F-104 Starfighter, F-4
phantom, Tornado, MiG 23 and SU 22. German text.
1992, Podzun-Pallas Verlag GmbH, 3790904686,<11804-01-M-01>
174pp, c 250 illustrations, fine in d/w, Ger.text,
£28.00
QF-1608 ~ AVIATION: ARMY LINEAGE SERIES ~
by Wayne M Dzwonchyk
The lineage of the US Army Aviation Brigades, Groups and
Battalions. Each entry includes details of insignia, campaign
credits, decorations and bibliography, where constituted,
activated and date of inactivation.
1986, Center of Military History, 008029001357,<2055-01-M-01>
xii + 155pp + 44pp col plates with 168 col illustrations, of unit
insignia, blue boards, gilt emblem & titles, near fine,
£24.00
XN-2712 ~ TARGETING THE THIRD REICH ~
by Robert S. Ehlers
When large formations of Allied heavy bombers flew over
Europe, it marked the beginning of the end for Hitler's Reich.
Their relentless hammering of Germany, totaling more than 1.4
million missions, destroyed oil refineries, industries, and
transportation infrastructure vital to the German war effort.
While other accounts have focused on operational details, this is
the first book to reveal the crucial role of air intelligence in these
dramatic campaigns. It was essential to both targeting and
damage assessment, and Ehlers demonstrates its contributions to
the Combined Bomber Offensive of 1943–1945.
2009, Univ. Press of Kansas, 9780700616824,<36322-01-M-01>
422pp, numerous b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£49.95
QF-1609 ~ ONE DAY IN A LONG WAR ~
by Jeffrey Ethell and Alfred Price
10th May 1972 - the day of the most intense dawn-to-dusk air
action in the Vietnam War. The opening day of "Linebacker",
the vast American air operation against Hanoi and Haiphong
when over 330 sorties were flown. Some 100 eyewitness accounts
describe the action when 93 SAMs were fired at the attackers,
and 40 MiG-17 and MiG-21 fighters were launched to combat the
US F-4, F-105, A-6, and A-4 attackers.
1990, Greenhill Books, Book Club edition, 185367074X,<1797-01M-01> 240pp, 65 photos, map, bibliography, index, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1610 ~ WASSERKRIEG ~
by Helmuth Euler
A German language account of the Dam Busters raid against the
Moehne Eder Sorpe Dams on 17th May, 1943. The importance of
the waters of the Ruhr controlled by the dams featured in British
military plans as early as September 1937. The implementation of
the plan came in 1943, when Barnes Wallis’s revolutionary
bouncing bombs were used against the dams killing over 1,800
civilians and devastating the surrounding area. This book is an
illustrated account of the events supported by recently released
documents, as well as eyewitness accounts.
2007, Motorbuch Verlag, 9783613027893,<33986-01-M-01> Large,
square format, 256pp, 350 + b/w photos & illustrations, New in
pictorial boards - slight transit damage (indentations) to front board,
Ger.text,
£26.00
QF-1611 ~ THE GOLDEN EAGLES: AIR HEROES
OF TWO WORLD WARS ~ by Peter Firkins
The story of eleven of Australia's greatest air aces including Peter
Drummond, A H Cobby, Roderic Dallas and Robert Little.
1980, St. George Books, 0867780010,<35745-01-M-01> 242pp.
endpaper map and chart. photographs, Very good in slightly rubbed
dustjacket,
£15.00
XN-2713 ~ MANNOCK ~ by Norman Franks and Andy Saunders
The life and death of Major Edward Mannock, VC, DSO, MC,
RAF. Arguably the highest scoring RAF fighter pilot of the First
World War, 'Mick' Mannock's life, and most particularly his
death, are still shrouded in mystery. The authors have assessed
all the evidence and cut through the speculation to build up a
complete picture of the man and his achievements as a fighter
pilot. They now reveal exactly where Mannock fell in battle
ninety years ago.
2008, Grub Street, 9781906502126,<35274-01-M-01> 192pp,
numerous b/w photos & illustrations, New in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1612 ~ ROYAL AIR FORCE FIGHTER COMMAND
LOSSES OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR:
VOLUME 2, 1942-1943 ~ by Norman Franks
After the dark days of 1940/41 when the RAF managed to hold
off the threat of the Luftwaffe, this volume sees the tide turning
in the Allies' favour with more and more strikes into the Reich
being undertaken with Fighter Command escorting medium
bombers as well as finding targets of opportunity. This second
volume reviews and tabulates the tactical situation and the RAF's
available assets on a day-to-day basis
1998, Midland Publishing, 1857800753,<26039-02-M-01> 158pp, 40
b/w photos, Orders of battle, New, CARD
£12.95
QF-1613 ~ AIRFIELDS OF THE EIGHTH: THEN AND NOW ~
by Roger A Freeman
A unique, nostalgic look at the UK airfields used in WWII by the
US Army Eighth Air Force. Maps locate each field and, as well as
contemporary photographs showing their wartime use, there are
views of the remaining bases as they are now. The book details
the history of each airfield as well as the units and aircraft
stationed there
1998, After the Battle, 0900913096,<18067-02-M-01> Large format,
240pp, 400 photos, 70 maps, New,
£27.50
QF-1614 ~ EARLY FLYING MACHINES 1799-1909 ~
by Charles Gibbs-Smith
A portrait of those flying machines which started with Sir George
Cayley's design of 1799, through to the Wright brothers'
49
1990, Schiffer Publications, 0887402461,<8626-01-M-01> 192pp,
400 photos, Fine in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1623 ~ FOCKE-WULF FW 190 "LONG NOSE" ~
by Dietmar Hermann
An illustrated history of the FW 190D Series covering the
development of those variants of the Fw 190 powered by inline
engines. Production of the Fw 190C, D and the Ta 153 was
delayed by the German air ministry, and not until 1944 did the
Fw 190D-9, powered by the Jumo 213A, enter production. It was
an immediate success and quickly entered Luftwaffe service with
more than 1,700 examples being completed by the end of the war.
The D-9 gave rise to a number of improved variants with the
more powerful Jumo 213F engine and heavier armament,
however only a handful of the D-11 and D-13 versions were
completed.
format, 208pp, 250 + b/w photos & illustrations, plus colour aircraft
profiles , Fine in d/w,
£36.00
QF-1622 ~ FOCKE-WULF FW 190 "LONG NOSE" ~
by Dietmar Hermann
An illustrated history of the FW 190D Series covering the
development of those variants of the Fw 190 powered by inline
engines. Production of the Fw 190C, D and the Ta 153 was
delayed by the German air ministry, and not until 1944 did the
Fw 190D-9, powered by the Jumo 213A, enter production. It was
an immediate success and quickly entered Luftwaffe service with
more than 1,700 examples being completed by the end of the war.
The D-9 gave rise to a number of improved variants with the
more powerful Jumo 213F engine and heavier armament,
however only a handful of the D-11 and D-13 versions were
completed.
format, 208pp, 250 + b/w photos & illustrations, plus colour aircraft
profiles, New in d/w,
£49.95
QF-1624 ~ FOCKE-WULF FW 190A ~
by Dietmar Hermann, Ulrich Leverenz & Eberhard Weber
The development history, testing and production of the early
variants of the Fw 190 A. An interesting comparison between the
Bf 109 and the Fw 190 shows the strengths and weaknesses of the
two aircraft, and authentic reports by former test pilots
document the aircraft's performance. Also covered are the
torpedo-carrier and reconnaissance versions of the Fw 190.
Together with the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the Fw 190 formed the
standard equipment of the Luftwaffe's fighter arm.
2004, Schiffer Publications, 076431940X,<36348-01-M-01> Large
format, 224pp, 340 + colur & b/w photos & illustrations, As new in
protected d/w,
£40.00
QF-1625 ~ AIRCRAFT OF THE ACES: LEGENDS
OF WORLD WAR 2 ~ by Tony Holmes
The globally acclaimed artwork of Iain Wyllie and specially
commissioned paintings are a key ingredient to this book. Unique
illustrations unerringly capture the aces of WWII and their
aircraft in action. This hardcover volume features thirty fullcolour paintings and includes information on the actual aircraft
depicted, their pilots, and the action in which they are involved.
Contemporary black and white photography and colour profiles
complete this unique and beautiful book.
2000, Osprey Publishing, 1841351679,<35117-01-M-01> Large
format, 134pp, 60 + colour paintings & profiles, numerous b/w
photos, New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1626 ~ BEFORE THE STORM ~
by Robert Jackson
The story of RAF Bomber Command over the three years
between 1939 and 1942, to the arrival of "Bomber" Harris. From
the first attack on 4th September 1939, it is the story of men and
machines thrown against hopeless odds, a story of courage and
endurance, a story of the nightly effort in the hostile skies over
Germany by too few men with too little resource.
1972, Arthur Barker, 0213994097,<8926-02-M-01> 264pp, 30
illustrations, index, Ex-library, lib stamps, end-paper removed, text
OK, d/w,
£8.00
machines of 1903-05 and the first aviation meeting at Rheims in
1909. this copy is dedicated 'from the author G-S'.
1975, Eyre Methuen, Picture File series, 0413330206,<30010-01-M01> unpaginated - circa 120pp, numerous illustrations, g in repaired,
chipped d/w,
£10.00
QF-1615 ~ AIRCRAFT OF THE THIRD REICH: VOLUME
ONE, ARADO TO FOCKE WULF ~ by William Green
This new three volume series builds on the work of the late
William Green who was the founder, publisher and editor of AIR
International and AIR Enthusiast magazines. His writings on
German aircraft have previously been the most definitive works
on the subject. This series includes every aircraft flown during
Hitler's Third Reich from 1933 to 1945. Massively enlarged and
revised, the book features many new aircraft, including foreign,
impressed and captured aircraft such as the Czech Avia B.534
fighter and the American B-17 and B-24 heavy bombers operated
by KG 200.
2010, Aerospace Publishing Ltd, 9781900732062,<36328-01-M-01>
Large format, 512pp, c1,000 b/w & colour photos, illustrations, &
plans , New in d/w,
£48.00
QF-1616 ~ JET PLANES OF THE THIRD REICH: THE
SECRET PROJECTS, VOLUME ONE ~ by Manfred Griehl
This volume covers German day fighters and interceptors plus
multi-engined heavy day fighters known to the Germans as
Zerostorers. It explores the background and conditions that
facilitated the creation of so many diverse designs.
1998, Monogram Aviation Pubs, 9780914144366,<36329-01-M-01>
Large Format.200pp illustrations, photographs, As new in d/w,
£38.00
QF-1617 ~ WARBIRDS FOTOFAX: DORNIER BOMBERS
AND RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT 1925-1945 ~
by Manfred Griehl
A pictorial study of the aircraft developed by Dornier in the
gradual build-up of the Luftwaffe in the 1930s and into World
War II. Includes a comprehensive data section with all the facts
and figures on Dornier's designs.
1990, Arms & Armour Press, 1854090003,<30058-01-M-01> 44pp,
88 photos, line drawings, Shelfwear only. Unread, CARD
£5.00
QF-1618 ~ THE FIRST TO FLY ~
by Sherwood Harris
The story of aviation's pioneer days and the mechanical ingenuity
and perseverance that turned the dreams of the early aviators
into reality. Includes the Wright brothers, Bleriot's crossChannel flight, Samuel Langley and the first attempt at a carrierbased flight, Cal Rodgers, the early female aviator Blanche Scott,
and many more.
1991, TAB Aero,0830606696,<30009-01-M-01>231pp, illustrations,
index, pictorial boards, vg,
£9.00
QF-1619 ~ US ARMY AIR FORCES IN WORLD WAR II:
THE HIGH ROAD TO TOKYO BAY ~ by Daniel Haulman
An account of US Army Air Force operations in the AsiaticPacific Theatre, from the Flying Tigers to the Japanese
surrender. The book covers the role of air power in the
campaigns in Burma and China, The South West and Central
Pacific, the Philippines, Borneo, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, and also
the introduction of the B-29 Superfortress.
1993, Center for Air Force History, 0160423260,<19209-01-M-01>
ii + 34pp, 11 illustrations, 4 maps, vg, CARD
£10.00
QF-1620 ~ HOME FROM SIBERIA ~
by Otis Hays
The story of USAAF Aircrew who crashed in the USSR in WWII
whilst on raids against Japan. Includes Appendices on Interned
Crews by Unit, Interned Crews by Release date and Alphabetical
Roster of Internees.
1990, Texas A&M University Pres, 0890964343,<8689-01-M-01>
232pp, 10 photos, 4 maps, bibliography, index, fine in d/w,
£18.00
QF-1621 ~ GERMAN FIGHTER UNITS OVER RUSSIA ~
by Werner Held
A photo-record of German fighter units in the Russian campaign
in WWII. More than 400 photographs illustrate the aircraft,
pilots and aircrew of JG3, JG5, JG51, JG52, JG53, JG54, JG77
and other units. The English edition of the original German
publication.
50
2003, Corporal Publications, 0620307625,<31941-02-M-01> 348pp,
74 b/w illustrations, New in card cover, CARD
£24.95
QF-1632 ~ BLUE SKY WARRIORS ~
by Antony Loveless
The RAF in Afghanistan in their own words. Since 2006 the
service has provided major air support to Coalition forces in
southern Afghanistan. It has been very heavily involved in
everything from tactical reconnaissance and close air-support to
in-theatre airlift and air-refuelling. The book presents the
personal stories of a cross-section of the RAF's personnel
deployed on the frontline - from the Air Commander in overall
charge, down through his section leaders, to the pilots, engineers,
loadmasters and all those on the ground who make the whole
operation possible.
2010, Haynes, 9781844256334,<36379-01-M-01> 280pp, 61 colour
photos & maps, New in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1633 ~ MESSERSCHMITT BF110/ME210/ME410: AN
ILLUSTRATED HISTORY ~ by Heinz Mankau and Peter Petrick
This richly illustrated book provides a comprehensive
examination of the Messerschmitt Bf 110, Me 210, and Me 410
series. The twin-engined Bf 110 came into service in 1936, a type
the Luftwaffe took on in large numbers as a long-range fighter,
heavy-fighter, fighter-bomber, night-fighter and reconnaissance
platform. Eventually Messerschmitt developed the better
performing Me 210, which flew for the first time in 1939 but soon
began manifesting serious design flaws. More powerful engines
and a number of design changes saw this aircraft produced from
1943 to 1944 under the designation of Me 410
Format. 360pp. illustrations, photographs, Fine in d/w,
£40.00
QF-1634 ~ THUNDER AND LIGHTNING: DESERT STORM
AND THE AIR POWER DEBATES ~ by Colonel E C Mann
The USAF and the development of the air operations plan that
was implemented against the Iraqis in the first Gulf War. How
the plans were worked out, the objective, effectiveness,
command/control and lessons learnt. This is the second of two
volumes on the history of the air campaign. The first volume was
HEART OF THE STORM by Colonel R T Reynolds.
1995, Air University Press, 1585660019,<24211-01-M-01> xx +
215pp, illustrations, diagrams, index, minor storage wear only, vg,
CARD
£10.00
QF-1636 ~ WISE WITHOUT EYES ~
by Kevin Mears
Formed in 1916, 37 Squadron, Royal Air Force came to the fore
in World War II, taking part in the armed reconnaissance of the
German Battle Fleet at Wilhelmshaven just hours after the
declaration of war on 3rd September, 1939. Commencing their
wartime operations with Harrows and Wellingtons, and
transitioning to Liberators in 1942, they served with distinction
in the Norwegian campaign, North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and the
campaign against the Balkan oilfields. This history is based on
the diaries of Frank Sullivan who served as a rear gunner, and
founded the squadron association.
2005, Hooded Falcon, 0954995910,<33022-01-M-01> 300pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, List of COs, Honours & Awards, Roll
of Honour, New in card cover, CARD
£10.00
QF-1635 ~ WISE WITHOUT EYES ~
by Kevin Mears
Formed in 1916, 37 Squadron, Royal Air Force came to the fore
in World War II, taking part in the armed reconnaissance of the
German Battle Fleet at Wilhelmshaven just hours after the
declaration of war on 3rd September, 1939. Hard cover edition.
2005, Hooded Falcon, 0954995902,<33022-02-M-01> 300pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, List of COs, Honours & Awards, Roll
of Honour, New in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1637 ~ DIE DEUTSCHE LUFTWAFFE 1939-1945:
FUHRUNG UND TRUPPE: BAND 2 ~
by Kurt Mehner and Reinhard Teuber
The Command and Units of the Luftwaffe of WWII. Their is a
comprehensive listing of the Organization of the German Air
Ministry, Luftwaffe General Staff and the Air Commands: Air
Fleet, Fleigerkorps, Divisions, Geschwader, their commanders
and principal staff officers. The Ground Forces: Parachute
Corps, Divisions, Brigades. The Field Formations: Corps,
QF-1627 ~ WWII MONOGRAPHS NO.34: DOUGLAS SBD
DAUNTLESS ~ by Krzysztof Janowicz and Andre R Zbiegniewski
Another amazing monograph from Polish publisher, Kagero,
featuring famous WWII aircraft in detail and scale. This volume
on the Dauntless Dive Bomber includes colour artwork depicting
US Navy, New Zealand and French SBDs, plus USAAF A-24
Banshees. There 16 sheets of plans to 1:48 and 1:72 scale, plus a
decal sheet to these plus a 1:32 example. An absolute must for
modelers of this famous WWII type.
2007, Kagero, Poland, 9788360445693,<34099-01-M-01> A4
format, 104pp, c150 b/w & colour photos, 16 plans, 9 col. plates,
decal sheet, New in card cover, CARD
£18.00
QF-1628 ~ THE GRIM REAPERS ~
by Stanley Johnston
The WWII 1942 campaigns in the Pacific of US Navy fighter
squadron VF-10, 'The Grim Reapers', including their actions at
Midway, Guadalcanal and the Solomons. The book also includes
much information on VF-10's legendary squadron commander,
James Flatley.
1943, Dutton , 1st edition, ,<3492-01-M-01> 221pp, 18 illustrations,
2 maps + endpaper maps, Green covers, black titles with vignette,
Good,
£16.00
QF-1629 ~ LUDOWE LOTNICTWO POLSKIE 1943-1945 ~
by Izydor Kolinski
It is commonly known that many Polish fliers who escaped after
the German invasion in 1939 served bravely with the RAF. A
lesser known aspect of Polish aviation in WWII is that a large
rump of the ex Polish Air Force served in the Soviet Frontal
Aviation force. They played an often key role in the liberation of
their country once the tide had turned on the Eastern Front. This
interesting volume is the story of those fliers. It features
numerous photographs and a number of fold-out maps of their
various campaigns. Polish text. This Polish language volume was
published by Wydawnictwo Ministerstwa Obrony
1965,<28846-01-M-01> 306pp, 69 photos, 9 maps , Card covers in
dw. Covers yellowing. Text vg, Pol.text, CARD
£12.00
QF-1630 ~ AIRCRAFT OF THE RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR ~
by Vyacheslav Kondrat and Tom Hillman
Tom Hillman's translation, extensive commentary, additional
research, and supporting graphics are provided completely in
English This is the definitive volume on the subject and takes into
account all known sources. Supporting text, colour, and black
and white graphics provides the reader with everything
neccesary to understand the roles played by aircraft in the
Russian Civil War. Amongst the types featured in 11 pages of
colour are Nieuports, Sopwiths, Avros, De Havillands and many
more - 48 individual aircraft in total.
2011, Gauntlet International, 9781907480041,<35093-02-M-01>
237pp, c115 b/w photos, 11 colour plates, 11 b/w three view plans,
New in thermal bound card cover, CARD
£22.00
QF-1631 ~ THE GERMAN AIR FORCE ~
by Wing Commander Asher Lee OBE
The story of Goering's Luftwaffe from its secret begining to the
fall of Germany. Wing Commander Lee was the UK Air
Ministry's leading specialist on the German Air Force and his
keen analysis was used throughot WWII by both the RAF and
the USAAF to plan their tactics. Their is a foreword by US
General Carl Spaatz
1946, Gerald Duckworth & Co, 1st edition, ,<7774-01-M-01> xii +
284pp, 45 photos, maps, Good in a rubbed and edge-worn d/w,
£18.00
XN-2714 ~ FROM TAILHOOKER TO MUDMOVER ~
by Dick Lord
The author's fascinating experiences during his four decades as a
military aviator. Dick Lord served in the Royal Navy's Fleet Air
Arm as a carrier pilot serving on HMS Ark Royal flying Sea
Vixen fleet defence fighters. He was later seconded to the US
Navy where he flew TA-4F Skyhawks and F-4J Phantoms. In the
latter part of his military career he commanded a South African
Air Force F1 Mirage squadron during the South West Africa and
Angola campaigns.
51
1:48 and 1:72 scale plus eight pages of beautifully printed colour
profiles.
2008, Kagero, Poland, 9788360445266,<35136-01-M-01> A4
format, 92pp, c150 + b/w photos, 24 scale drawings, 8 colour plates,
New, Eng/Pol.text, CARD
£18.00
QF-1642 ~ AVIATION MUSEUMS: WORLD WIDE
EXCLUDING THE USA ~ by Bob Ogden
Covers air museums in fifty four countries, with location and lists
of exhibits. Has some small annotations in margins.
1979, Airline Publications, 090511762X,<18157-01-M-01> 144pp
illustrations, Slight fade on spine. Good in d/w,
£6.00
QF-1643 ~ MEN BEHIND THE MEDALS ~
by Air Commodore Graham Pitchfork
The stories of twenty-one gallant aircrew in WWII, chosen to
illustrate the wide scope of duties of the RAF in wartime. The
author looks at their service, decorations and campaign medals.
The book includes 8 colour plates illustrating 20 medals and their
ribbons.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 075093347X,<29117-03-L-02> 274pp, 20
colour photos (Decorations & Ribbons), numerous b/w illustrations,
New in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1644 ~ USAF HISTORICAL STUDIES NO.155: THE
GERMAN AIR FORCE VERSUS RUSSIA 1943
by Hermann Plocher
A study on the Luftwaffe's operations in Russia, part of a series
of historical studies written for the United States Air Force by
key officers in the German Air Force. It covers operations from
Stalingrad, the Kuban Bridgehead defence and describes
Luftwaffe preparations for, and combat in Operation Zitadelle
and the fighting in the Orel salient. Further chapters cover air
and flak operations in the battle for the Crimea and operations in
the far north. The book ends with a critique of Luftwaffe
operations in the east in 1943.
1967, Arno Press, <35519-01-M-01> Large Format. 368pp, Black
boards rubbed. Text very good,
£50.00
XN-2717 ~ 50 YEARS OF THE U-2 ~
by Chris Pocock
When the Lockhhed U-2 first took off in 1955, no one involved in
its top-secret role dreamt that this unique reconnaissance aircraft
would still be flying today. The long story of the Dragon Lady is
amazing, and complex and this book tells it all, in unprecedented
detail, from the early days overflying the Soviet Union under CIA
sponsorship, to the Cuban Missile Crisis, and on to the Vietnam
War, and epic missions over Communist China, flown by
nationalist pilots from Taiwan. The U-2 was improved, enlarged
and twice put back into production, at the cutting edge with data
links and high-tech sensors. Then it played a key role in Desert
Storm, over Bosnia, Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq.
format, 440pp, 450 + colour & b/w photos & illustrations, New in
d/w,
£55.00
QF-1645 ~ PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE LUFTWAFFE ~
by Alfred Price
Alfred Price is a recognized authority on aviation history. This is
his photo history of Goring's formidable weapon that, at its peak,
made possible the German victories, but by the end of WWII,
most of the aircraft were grounded, and the best crews were
dead.
1991, Airlife Publishing, 1853101230,<3338-01-M-01> 168pp, 200
photos, appendices, near fine in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1646 ~ PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE LUFTWAFFE ~
by Alfred Price
Alfred Price is a recognized authority on aviation history..
1969, Ian Allan, First edition, 0711001006,<3338-02-M-01> 64pp of
text + 64pp of photos, appendices, Good in rubbed d/w,
£8.00
QF-1647 ~ JAGDGESCHWADER 3 "UDET" IN WORLD
WAR II: VOLUME I ~ by Jochen Prien and Gerhard Stemmer
This history of Stab and I./JG 3 in action with the Bf 109 begins
with a brief account of JG3 from the time of its formation in 1938
until it re-equipped with the Fw 190 in the summer of 1944. It
follows the operational history of I Gruppe, beginning with the
first unit to bear the designation I/JG 3, which fought in the
Divisions, Regiments, Herman Goring Units, Flak, Signals,
support and training units. German text
1996, Patzwall Verlag, 3931533018,<21928-01-M-01> 282pp, large
format, very good in worn d/w. slight creasing to top corners of
pages, Ger.text,
£40.00
XN-2715 ~ FORMING THE PATHFINDERS ~
by Hugh Melinsky
The Career of Air Vice-Marshal Sydney Bufton revealing the
battle between the Air Ministry, Bufton and Sir Arthur 'Bomber'
Harris in the quest for precision bombing in World War Two.
Bufton joined the RAF in 1928 and, Having served in France as a
Staff Officer though 1939-40, he was posted to a bomber
squadron, won the DFC, and went on to command a squadron
himself. By 1941, at just 33, he was Deputy Director of Bomber
Operations, responsible for conceiving and forming the
Pathfinder Force in the face of bitter opposition from ‘Bomber’
Harris. Post-war he held a key role in the introduction and
tactical use of nuclear weapons and ended his career Chief of Air
Staff.
2010, The History Press, 9780752454535,<36147-01-M-01> 192pp,
numerous b/w photos & illustrations, CARD
£14.99
QF-1638 ~ SECRET WONDER WEAPONS OF
THE THIRD REICH ~ by J Miranda and P Mercado
German missiles, 1934-1945. This impressive book covers the
great variety of secret and largely unknown German missile
programs of World War II. It includes such types as the Henschel
Hs 293, Hs 294, Hs 295 and "Zitterrochen", the Blohm und Voss
Bv 226, Bv 246 "Hagelkorn" and Lippisch GB-3/L, Blohm und
Voss Bv 143, Henschel G.T. 1200 and other gliding torpedos,
Piloted missiles such as the Blohm und Voss Bv 40 and
Messerschmitt Me 328, plus the well known 'Revenge Weapons'
,the Fiesler Fi 103 Flying Bomb (V-1) and the A 4 (V-2) Ballistic
Missile. Numerous Surface to Air and Air to Air guided and
unguided Anti-Aircraft Missiles are also described and
illustrated.
1996, Schiffer Publications, 076430865,<24855-01-M-01> large
format, 144pp, 150 photos, colour profiles & drawings, As new in
protected illustrated boards,
£26.00
XN-2716 ~ IN THE SKIES OVER EUROPE ~
by Ingo Möbius
The Memoirs of Luftwaffe Fighter Pilot Günther Scholz. An
eyewitness account of an important chapter in the history of
German military aviation. When WWII started, Scholz was an
Oberleutnant and Staffelkapitän in JG 54. Together with his
Staffel, he flew in the Polish and Western Campaigns, the Battle
of Britain, and the war against Russia. Heis one of last surviving
members of the “Legion Condor” and also one of the last major
personalities of the Luftwaffe still able to tell of his experiences.
2011, Schiffer Publications, 9780764337604,<36282-01-M-01>
176pp, 100 + b/w photos, New in d/w,
£27.50
QF-1639 ~ THOSE WHO FALL ~
by John Muirhead
The author was a USAAF B-17 pilot in WWII. After the invasion
of Italy he was based there and this is his account of flying
missions over South East Europe, Germany and the Balkans.
1986, Random House, 039454983X,<6461-01-M-01> x + 258pp,
illustrations, near fine in rubbed d/w,
£12.00
QF-1640 ~ FIGHTERS BETWEEN THE WARS 1919-39 ~
by Kenneth Munson
Twenty years of military aviation history are represented by 80
Fighters, Attack and Training aircraft. They range from twin
gunned, rotary-engined fighters like the Sopwith Snipe to
monplanes such as the Messerschmitt BF 109 and the eight
gunned Hawker Hurricane.
1970, Blandford Press, 0713705142,<14744-01-M-01> 164pp, 80 col
plates with 160 col illustrations, Used. Good. Stain on first few
page edges,
£6.00
QF-1641 ~ WWII MONOGRAPHS NO.35: MESSERSCHMITT
BF 109 F, VOL.II ~ by Marek J Murawski
Anglo/Polish text. Another splendid monograph from Polish
publisher, Kagero, featuring famous WWII aircraft in detail and
scale. This second volume on the Bf 109F features masses of
original black and white photos, 24 pages of 3-view drawings to
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French campaign, the Battle of Britain, and Operation
Barbarossa, and then in January 1942 was redesignated as H/JG
1. It saw its first action during the summer Russian offensive of
1942, then served a tough and costly tour of duty in the Defense
of the Reich and over the Western Front.
Format. 461pp, photographs, illustrations, As new in protected d/w,
£40.00
QF-1648 ~ JAGDGESCHWADER 3 " UDET" IN WORLD
WAR II: VOLUME II ~ by Jochen Prien and Gerhard Stemmer
II./JG 3 in action with the Bf 109. This second volume presents
the unit history of the "Udet" Geschwader's second Gruppe,
II./JG 3, beginning with its formation in 1938 and subsequent
service in the Campaign in the West from 1940-1941. II./JG 3
was involved in the fighting over Malta in the spring of 1942 then
in June 1942 shifted to the east where it took part in the advance
on Stalingrad suffering serious losses. It was recalled to the Reich
to see further service in the defence of Germany between August
1943 and early June 1944.
Format. 408pp, illustrations, As new in protected dustjacket, £40.00
QF-1649 ~ THE ORGANIZATION AND LINEAGE OF THE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ~ by Charles A Ravenstein
The evolution of the field structure of the United States Air
Force. Covers the birth of the Air Service in WWI and the
changes and developments up to the end of WWII. Includes the
structure of the Service, the commands, agencies, numbered and
named Air forces.
1986, USAF Warrior Studies, 091279917X,<24200-01-M-01> xvi +
77pp, 47 col illustrations, covers rubbed ow vg, CARD
£10.00
QF-1650 ~ BATTLE-AXE BLENHEIMS ~
by Stuart R Scott
A history of 105 Squadron RAF, 1940-1. A Light Bomber Unit in
2 Group, the book recounts their battles in the early years of
WWII often against overwhelming odds. They initially served in
France, Belgium and Scandinavia, and later in 1941 they
transfered to Malta and saw extensive action in the
Mediterranean Theatre
1997, Sutton Publishing, 0750911263,<24076-01-M-01> 235pp, 100
+ photos, sources, bibliography, index, fine in d/w,
£16.00
QF-1651 ~ ARADO 234 BLITZ ~
by J. Richard Smith and Eddie J. Creek
The Arado 234 Blitz (Lightning) twin and four engined jet
bomber and reconnaissance aircraft was produced in
comparatively small numbers. Less than 300 were built but its
advanced design and superb handling qualities made it a highly
respected aircraft. It performed well as a bomber but its greatest
contribution to the German war effort was its ability to fly higher
and faster than opposing Allied fighters whilst taking valuable
reconnaissance photographs. Here, for the first time, is the
definitive history of this remarkable warplane.
Large format, 264pp, c400+ b/w & 70 + Colour illustrations, 3-views
& maps, As new in d/w,
£70.00
QF-1652 ~ DORNIER 335 ARROW ~
by J. Richard Smith
the Dornier Do 335 was one of the most unusual single-seat
fighters of the Third Reich. Powered by two of the most powerful
12-cylinder engines available at that time, it was probably the
fastest propeller-driven warplane of the Second World War.
With one engine in the nose and the nose and the other buried
within its sleek rear fuselage it had the characteristics of single
engined fighter, with the power of two engines. Its pilot sat in a
spacious, low-drag cockpit affording excellent visibility. The
Arrow was a large airplane and, with two 20 mm and three 30
mm cannon it was certainly not deficient in firepower. This
impressive book is co-authored by Eddie J. Creek and Thomas H.
Hitchcock.
Large format,184pp, 250 b/w & 53 colour photos, 22 colour & 50
b/w illustrations, As new in d/w,
£24.00
QF-1653 ~ DIVE BOMBER! AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY ~
by Peter C Smith
The most comprehensive history of dive bombing from 1911
onward, extensively researched with numerous photographs.
Written from official accounts the full history of the dive-bomber
is revealed. From the earliest efforts by American pilots in the
Mexican war in 1914, through the first true dive-bombing
mission by the RAF on the Western Front in 1917, the rise of dive
bombing in Germany and Japan, the adoption of the dive
bomber by the US and Japanese Navies and the battles of WWII
are all covered in detail
1982, Naval Institute Press, 0861900626,<15626-02-M-01> 223pp
£10.00
QF-1654 ~ DIVE BOMBER! AN ILLUSTRATED HISTORY ~
by Peter C Smith
The most comprehensive history of dive bombing from 1911
onward. Ex-library copy.
1982, Naval Institute Press, 0861900626,<15626-01-M-01> 221pp,
numerous b/w photos & illustrations, index, g in plastic sleeved d/w,
£9.00
QF-1655 ~ A SHORT HISTORY OF AIR POWER ~
by James L Stokesbury
The story of the military use of the airplane over land and sea,
from Libya in 1911 to the Falklands in 1982. The emphasis is on
WWI and WWII but all the major conflicts are covered including
the Spanish Civil War, Korea, and Vietnam.
1986, William Morrow Publishing, 0688050611,<30046-01-M-01>
313pp, index, vg in edge-worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1656 ~ USAF HISTORICAL STUDIES NO. 174:
COMMAND AND LEADERSHIP IN THE
GERMAN AIR FORCE ~ by Richard Suchenwirth
Looks at the senior commanders of the Luftwaffe, Walther
Wever, Erhard Milch, Ernst Udet, Hermann Goering and Hans
Jeschonnek
1970, Arno Press, <20574-01-M-01> Large Format. 351pp tables
illustrations, Good in rubbed and torn d/w. Boards and text very
good,
£24.00
QF-1657 ~ TUGS AND GLIDERS TO ARNHEM ~
by Arie-Jan van Hees
In September, 1944 the largest ever airborne operation took
place over Dutch territory. 'Market Garden' was a combined
ground and airborne offensive to capture and hold crossings over
the canals and rivers between Arnhem and Eindhoven, and to
dominate the area between the Zuiderzee and the Rhine. This
impressive book is a detailed account of the role of the Glider
Pilot Regiment and the RAF, and their contribution to the
operation. It contains eyewitness accounts, details of units and
operations as well as a comprehensive list of those who took part.
This copy is signed by the author.
2001, First Edition, 9080680818,<31028-01-M-01> Large format,
288pp, numerous photos, maps, charts, tables etc, Fine in decorative
boards,
£60.00
QF-1658 ~ FROM THE LINE IN THE SAND ~
by Captain Michael P Vriesenga
Recollections of the Gulf War. Accounts by USAF junior officers
of their war experiences including Chapters entitled Logistics,
Security, Tactical Deception, Medical, With the Army, Dragon
City, NAVSTAR Operations, Intelligence, Desert Rescue and
"BUFF" (B-52) Driver.
1994, Air University Press, 1585660124,<19607-01-M-01> xx +
271pp, 65 illustrations, index, near fine, CARD
£12.00
XN-2718 ~ THE HISTORY OF GERMAN AVIATION: KURT
TANK: FOCKE-WULF'S DESIGNER AND TEST PILOT
by Wolfgang Wagner
This impressive volume looks at the work of one of Germany's
greatest aircraft designers. It examines the birth of Focke-Wulf's
legendary airplanes, the ideas which formed the foundation of
Tank's designs, and his masterpieces in the areas of long-range
and high-speed flight. A mixture of technical history and
previously unpublished flight test data enable the reader to catch
a fascinating glimpse of Tank's designs. All of the classics are
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1977, US Govt Printing Office, Naval Historical Center USA,
<5068-01-N-01> 591pp, numerous illustrations, burgundy boards,
gilt titles, storage wear only,
£36.00
QF-1663 ~ OPERATIONAL EXPERIENCE OF FAST
BATTLESHIPS: WORLD WAR II, KOREA, VIETNAM ~
Produced by The Naval Historical Center, Washington. Second
Edition. The 3 Classes of Fast Battleship of the USN constructed
between 1941-44. Their surface actions includingh North Africa,
Guadalcanal, Leyte Gulf, in action off Japan, naval gunfire
operations and fleet air defense. Also their activities in the
Korean and Vietnam Wars. With details of war damage on the
North Carolina and South Dakota, as well as summaries of war
damage to the other battleships. Front cover rubbed, text very
good, Back cover rippled with small mark through 2 pages.
1989, US Govt Printing Office, <4863-01-N-01> viii + 243pp,
photos, charts,diagrams and drawings, tables, CARD
£26.00
QF-1664 ~ SALTY DIPS: VOLUME 1 ~
An anthology of experiences of those serving with the Royal
Canadian Navy in WWII. Published by the Naval Officers'
Association of Canada. Among the many Subjects covered by the
contributors they include Minesweeping at Tobruk, MTB Radar
Officer in the North Sea, Air radio Officer- Assault Carrier and
Japanese Surrender to an RCN Brigadier.
1985, NOAC, 0969134207,<24840-02-N-01> 208pp, Slight
browning on spine ow vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1665 ~ SALTY DIPS: VOLUME 2 ~
An anthology of personal experiences of service with the Royal
Canadian Navy in WWII. Published by the Naval Officers'
Association of Canada. Among the many experiences described
by contributors are Recollections of a young Corvette Captain,
Early days in Naval Intelligence and early RCAF/RCN maritime
cooperation.
1985, NOAC, 0969134223,<24894-02-N-01> 205pp, Covers
browning ow very good, CARD
£6.00
QF-1666 ~ THE TURN OF THE ROAD ~
by Bartimeus
An account of The Royal and Merchant Navies' contribution to
the Allied landings in North Africa [Operation Torch] in
November 1942.
1946, Chatto & Windus, <13010-01-N-01> v111 + 123pp, fold-out
maps and diagrams, vg in rubbed d/w,
£13.00
QF-1667 ~ GENERAL AT SEA: ROBERT BLAKE AND THE
SEVENTEENTH CENTURY REVOLUTION IN
NAVAL WARFARE ~ by Michael Baumber
Robert Blake, the Commonwealth Civil War General, who
Cromwell put in command of the English Navy. His remarkable
campaigns against the Dutch and Spanish, establishing guidelines
and tactics which allowed the Navy to achieve world-wide
supremacy.
1989, John Murray, 0719547067,<3296-01-N-01> 284pp, 12
illustrations, 18 maps, bibliography, notes & sources, index, vg in
d/w,
£16.00
QF-1668 ~ PUBLICATIONS OF THE NAVY RECORDS
SOCIETY: VOL. 147 THE MILNE PAPERS VOL.1
Edited by John Beeler
The papers of Admiral of the Fleet Sir Alexander Milne, Bt,
K.C.B. (1806-1896). Volume I, 1820-1859. The Navy Records
Society was established in 1893 for the purpose of printing
unpublished manuscripts and rare works of naval interest.
2004, Ashgate Publishing, 0754650634,<33756-01-N-01> 857pp,
Fine in blue boards with gold spine titles and cover motif,
£30.00
QF-1669 ~ INTERNATIONAL REGISTER OF
HISTORIC SHIPS ~ by Norman J Brouwer
Produced by the World Ship Trust, the register aims to include
every ship in the world that is being preserved for its historic
value, as well as vessels which have not yet been acquired by
museums or preservation groups. Historical and statistical
information is provided on over 700 ships from 43 nations and
territories.
1985, Anthony Nelson, 0904614115,<36244-01-N-01> Large
Format. 321pp. illustrations, Bookplate inside cover. Very good in
good d/w,
£15.00
here from the well-known Fw 200, Fw 190, Ta 152, and Ta 154,
as well as the lesser known Fw 57, Fw 187, Fw 189 and others.
format, 272pp, 200 + b/w photographs & drawings, New in d/w,
£32.50
XN-2719 ~ THE SCIENCE OF BOMBING ~
by Randall T. Wakelam
After suffering devastating losses in the early stages of the Second
World War, the Royal Air Force established an Operational
Research Section within bomber command to drastically improve
the efficiency of its bombing missions on Germany. Drawing on
previously unexamined files that re-assess the efficacy of strategic
bombing from tactical and technical perspectives, the author
reveals the important role played by scientific research in
operational planning and solving critical solutions to navigational
and target-finding problems
2009, Univ. of Toronto Press, 9780802096296,<36323-01-M-01>
347pp, 25 b/w photos, 16 charts, New, CARD
£24.95
QF-1659 ~ FIRST FLIGHT: THE UNTOLD STORY OF
THE WRIGHT BROTHERS ~ by John E Walsh
A complete biography of the Wright brothers, and an account of
their airplane's development and testing. Wilbur is revealed as
the aeronautical genius and Orville his junior assistant.
1976, Allen & Unwin, 004629015X,<30012-01-M-01> 305pp, 20
illustrateds, notes, bibliography, index, Ex BBC library, cancelled
stamp, g in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1660 ~ FLYING THROUGH FIRE ~ by Geoffrey Williams
FIDO - the Fog Investigation and Dispersal Unit. A detailed
account of one of WWII's most remarkable inventions which was
responsible for saving thousands of Allied aircrew. The book
takes us from early, hair-raising, experiments, to its operational
use, and includes recollections of those who were saved by its use,
as well as the ground-crews who operated it.
1996, Grange Books, 1856279006,<22699-01-M-01> 228pp, circa
100 illustrations, Fine in pictorial boards,
£14.00
XN-2720 ~ CONSOLIDATED B-32 DOMINATOR ~
by William Wolf
The Ultimate Look from Drawing Board to Scrapyard. Over the
years the B-32 has rarely been described, and then generally in
superficial and incomplete accounts, maligning the bomber as a
mediocre design with a lackluster combat record. Now, using
company design and production information, flight and test
evaluations, Flight and Maintenance Manuals, rare microfilm of
original material and personal narratives of personnel involved,
Wolf has gathered information on pre-combat testing and all B32 combat missions in the Pacific.
format, 192pp, 400 + b/w photos & illustrations, New in d/w,
£39.95
Naval & Maritime
QF-1661 ~ DICTIONARY OF AMERICAN NAVAL FIGHTING
SHIPS: VOLUME I, PART A. LETTER A ~
The Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships includes all
vessels commissioned into the US Navy since 1775. Each volume
is profusely illustrated, and includes full technical details of the
ships, their histories, with tabulated data on ship types. Ships
listed alphabetically.
1991, Naval Historical Center USA, ,<5067-01-N-01> 520pp,
numerous illustrations, burgundy boards, gilt titles, storage wear
only,
£30.00
QF-1662 ~ DICTIONARY OF AMERICAN NAVAL FIGHTING
SHIPS: VOLUME II: C-F ~
An alphabetical list of ships commissioned into the US Navy since
1775. Contains full technical details of the ships, their histories,
plus tabulated data on ship types. Appendices cover all ships that
served the Confederate States Government. A corrected reprint.
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Kingdom. It covered an area of 25 miles of inhospitable ocean
after setting sail from Nova Scotia. The escort of one destroyer
and three corvettes of the Royal Canadian Navy, all untried in
combat, were hopelessly outclassed when the battle of SC42
commenced. The battle lasted for seven days and covered 1,200
miles of ocean.
2002, Pen & Sword, 0850528682,<24322-01-N-01> 225pp,
numerous b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£19.95
XN-2723 ~ DEATH IN THE DOLDRUMS: U-CRUISER
ACTIONS OFF WEST AFRICA ~ by Bernard Edwards
With their very long range, the giant Type IX U-Cruisers gave
Admiral Dönitz's U-boat fleet global reach. Initially these boats
operated with considerable success off the East coast of America
and in the Caribbean but their main impact was in the Gulf of
Guinea, 1942-43 which, due to the closure of the Suez Canal, was
a vital Allied supply route. Two submarines in particular (U-68
and U-505) had a profound effect causing major panic by their
hugely successful operations.
2005, Pen & Sword, 9781844152612,<36301-01-N-01> 200pp, 16
£19.99
XN-2724 ~ THE TWILIGHT OF THE U-BOATS ~
by Bernard Edwards
This is the story of U-223,commanded by Karl-Jurgen Wachter
from the time of her commissioning in Kiel in January 1943,
through a murderous career to her eventual, but dramatic
demise in the Mediterranean in March 1944. At the same time,
the book covers the declining fortunes of the U-boat arm as a
whole from early 1943, when it seemed invincible and seriously
threatened the Allies with defeat, to their final defiant show of
force in the North Sea.
2004, Pen & Sword, 9781844150359,<36302-01-N-01> 198pp, 19
£19.95
QF-1675 ~ THE INVERGORDON MUTINY ~
by Alan Ereira
A detailed account of the Invergordon mutiny based on the
personal testimony of those involved on the lower deck. The
mutiny arose out of Ramsey Macdonald's emergency budget
which, amongst other things, cut public sector pay. The naval
strike was swiftly organised and swiftly achieved its objective.
This copy has a marginal annotation in ink on page 16 regarding
rates of pay and costs of living.
1981, Routledge, Keegan & Paul, 0710009305,<30056-01-N-01>
182pp, sources, index, ow vg in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1676 ~ US DESTROYERS: AN ILLUSTRATED
DESIGN HISTORY ~ by Norman Friedman
From the Torpedo Boats of the 19th Century to the Spruance
Class of the 1980s. Includes details of the numerous design
proposals, also the alterations and additions due to combat
experience of WWII. With full information on tonnage,
dimensions, machinery and armament of each class.
1982, Arms & Armour Press, 0853685215,<4332-01-N-01> Large
Format. 502pp, 275 photos & line drawings, Small chip on d/w at
top of spine. Very good,
£40.00
QF-1677 ~ ASW VERSUS SUBMARINES
TECHNOLOGY BATTLE ~ by Louis Gerken
An overview of the historical and technological development of
the submarine and ant-submarine warfare. Techniques past and
present are reviewed and future trends indicated. The author has
been involved in leading edge ASW technology for more than 30
years.
1986, American Scientific Corp, 0961716304,<36364-01-N-01>
753pp. illustrations, tables, Very good in slightly rubbed blue
boards,
£20.00
QF-1678 ~ SPANISH NAVAL POWER 1589-1665 ~
by David Goodman
The Spanish Naval forces from the defeat of the Great Armada.
Examines the increasing rivalry of other European powers to
Spanish sea power, the reconstruction and final defeat.
1997, Cambridge University Pres, 0521580633,<26091-01-N-01>
320pp, illustrations, maps, tables, very good in d/w,
£32.00
QF-1670 ~ THE FLOATING BULWARK ~ by Douglas G Browne
The development of fighting ships from "Henry Grace a Dieu" in
1514 to the final eclipse of the conventional capital ship at the
Battle of Midway in 1942. Cassell first edition - lacks
dustwrapper
1963, Cassell, 1st edition, ,<25065-02-N-01> xiv + 274pp, 22
illustrations, index, brown cloth, Good,
£14.00
QF-1671 ~ QUIET WARRIOR: A BIOGRAPHY OF ADMIRAL
RAYMOND A SPRUANCE ~ by Thomas B Buell
Admiral Spruance, the victor of Midway, Chief of Staff to
Nimitz. His campaigns include the Marshalls, Marianas, Iwo
Jima and Okinawa. He commanded the US Fleet at Battle of
Philippines Sea. An outstanding fleet commander.
1974, Little Brown & Co, 0316114707,<5758-01-N-01> xviii +
485pp, illustrations, maps and charts, Good in rubbed and torn d/w,
£14.00
QF-1672 ~ FREEDOM OF THE SEAS ~
by Stephen Burke and Adam Olejnik
The story of Hitler's Aircraft Carrier, The Graf Zeppelin.
written in collaboration with Commander Adam Olejnik, the
Polish Naval officer who first explored the lost leviathan, this
book tells the story of Hitler's only aircraft carrier, the tale being
supplemented by Adam's firsthand account of the discovery and
subsequent exploration of Graf Zeppelin. Freedom of the seas is
packed with images, having more than 90 photographs (many
previously unpublished) of the carrier, foldout plans and several
stunning sonar images of the wreck.
2010, Stephen Burke Books, 9780956479006,<36325-01-N-01> A4
format, 228pp, 100 + colour & b/w images, foldout scale plans, New
in card cover, CARD
£29.99
QF-1673 ~ THE ROYAL NAVY AND THE
BATTLE OF BRITAIN ~ by Anthony J. Cumming
This persuasive study attacks the key myths surrounding the
Battle of Britain. Without denigrating the heroism of the fighter
pilots, Anthony Cumming challenges the effectiveness of the
Royal Air Force in 1940 and gives the Royal Navy much greater
prominence. He vigorously asserts the ability of British warships
to frustrate German plans for Operation Sea Lion and to repel
Luftwaffe attacks and argues that RAF took the lion's share of
the glory only because its colourful image could easily be used to
manipulate American opinion.
2010, Naval Institute Press, 9781591141600,<36297-01-N-01>
206pp, Appendices, New in d/w,
£19.99
XN-2721 ~ THE KAISER'S U-BOOTE ~
by Jean-Philippe Dallies-Labourdette
An extensively illustrated history of the World War I German
submarine arm. The book details the various types of boat from
the U Class introduced into service in 1907, through to the UC
Class of 1915. The second part describes their campaigns from
the first successes in 1914 to the final defeat of the U-Boat fleet in
1917. This impressive, large format volume features more than
800 colour and black and white photographs and colour
paintings of U-Boats and their crews in training and in action.
2009, Histoire & Collections, 9782913903968,<36310-01-N-01>
Large format, 192pp, c800 colour & b/w illustrations, New in
illustrated boards,
£35.00
QF-1674 ~ FIGHTING SHIPS: SHIPS OF THE LINE 1793-1815
by David T Davies
A study of the fighting ships of the Revolutionary and Napoleonic
Wars. Looks at the vessels, the weaponry, their crews, the
problems that faced the commanders and the major actions.
Covers the Royal Navy, France, Spain, the Netherlands and
others.
1996, Constable, 1st edition, 0094760209,<23375-01-N-01> 201pp,
8 plates, 12 diags, 8 figures, 4 maps, glossary, bibliography, index, vg
in a rubbed and little worn d/w,
£12.00
XN-2722 ~ ATTACK & SINK ~
by Bernard Edwards
'Attack and Sink' was the signal that Admiral Donitz sent to the
commanders of the 21 U-boats of the Markgraf wolf-pack on the
9th September 1941. Convoy SC42 consisted of sixty three
merchant ships, heavily laden with vital supplies for the United
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navies, the author places the battles, ships and the people in a
historical perspective. Some underlining and highlighting in
bibliography. previous owner name on endpaper.
1983, Hamish Hamilton, 0241111153,<32229-01-N-01> 398pp
illustrations, .maps, Good in d/w. some highlighting and underlining,
£10.00
QF-1687 ~ BLUE SKIES AND BLOOD: THE BATTLE
OF THE CORAL SEA ~ by Edwin P Hoyt
The Battle of the Coral Sea, from 4th to 8th May, 1942 was a
major naval battle in the Pacific Theater of World War II
between the Imperial Japanese Navy and Allied naval and air
forces from the United States and Australia. The battle was the
first fleet action in which aircraft carriers engaged each other. It
was also the first naval battle in history in which neither side's
ships sighted or fired directly upon the other.
1975, Paul S Eriksson Inc, 0839710216,<32642-01-N-01> 206pp.
endpaper maps.photographs, maps and charts, Used. Rough cut
pages edges. d/w rubbed,
£10.00
QF-1688 ~ THE GLORIOUS FLATTOPS ~
by Edwin P Hoyt
Here are the battle records of the US Aircraft Carrier fleet and
the planes which launched from their decks. Hoyt supplies a
wealth of fascinating detail of life aboard the Flat Tops,
complemented with handsome line drawings by Victor Mays.
1965, Little Brown & Co, <14129-01-N-01> 167pp, b/w
illustrations, index, Vg in sltly chipped d/w,
£10.00
QF-1689 ~ TOROKINA ~
by Donald Jackson
The author's experiences as a US Navy Communications Officer.
He was stationed in the Southwest Pacific from the time of Pearl
Harbor to the defeat of Japan. This is an unusual war story since
he seldom saw any real action, so it reflects the day-to-day
experiences of vast numbers of veterans who served in support
positions during World War II.
1989, University Iowa Press, 0813801575,<9818-01-N-01> xiv +
140pp, 18 illustrations, map, vg in d/w,
£12.00
QF-1690 ~ DEFEAT OF THE WOLF PACKS ~
by Geoffrey Jones
An account of the build-up of the large wolf-packs of U-boats
with their new homing torpedoes at the end of 1943, the gradual
success of the Allies reading German signals and diverting
convoys round the waiting packs, and the loss of thirty five Uboats during the winter of 1943-44.
1986, William Kimber, 0718305892,<29989-02-N-01> 223pp, 37
illustrations, map, diagram, index, ex-library, g in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1691 ~ DEFEAT OF THE WOLF PACKS ~
by Geoffrey Jones
An account of the build-up of the large wolf-packs of U-boats
with their new homing torpedoes at the end of 1943.
1986, William Kimber, 0718305892,<29989-01-N-01> 223pp, 37
illustrations, map, diagram, glossary, index, g in rubbed d/w, £12.00
QF-1692 ~ PROUDLY WE SERVED ~
by Mary Pat Kelly
The USS Mason was unique in the US Navy in WWII. She was
principally crewed by African-Americans, though most of the
officers were white. The Mason was a destroyer escort serving in
the North Atlantic escorting convoys to the UK. At a time when
most blacks in the Navy were relegated to mess duties, the crew
of the USS Mason escorted six convoys across the perilous North
Atlantic, from the weeks leading up to the D-Day invasions until
VE day in 1945.
1995, Naval Institute Press, 1557504539,<22312-01-N-01> xiv +
198pp, illustrations, appendices, index, vg in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1693 ~ PEPYS AND THE NAVY ~
by Charles Knighton
Pepys's Diary has made him a literary celebrity. In his own time
he was known as the chief naval official under Charles II and
James II, and this aspect of the diarist's life has not received the
attention it deserves. The author, a Pepys scholar with a
particular interest in naval history, reveals the full extent of
Pepys's achievements in creating a modern navy which was both
permanent and professional. Charles Knighton makes the story
of Pepys's professional life wholly absorbing.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 0750929723,<33067-01-N-01> 256pp, 12
b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1679 ~ HEAVY CRUISER AOBA: SUPER DRAWINGS
IN 3D ~ by Waldermar Goralski and Miroslaw Skwiot
The Aoba was the lead ship in the two-vessel Aoba class of heavy
cruisers in the Imperial Japanese Navy. She was completed at
Mitsubishi shipyards at Nagasaki on 20 September, 1927 and was
extensively modernized at Sasebo Navy Yard from 1938 to 1940.
During World War II, Aoba was engaged in the Pacific until
being sunk by air strikes whilst in port in Japan during July,
1945.
2008, Kagero, Poland, 9788360445440,<36294-01-N-01> 58pp.100
images: scale drawings, color graphics, b/w photos and data tables,
As new still in shrinkwrap, CARD
£15.00
QF-1680 ~ MAN AND SEA WARFARE ~
Edited byAdmiral V M Grishanov
Drawn from the wealth of experience gained in WWII. The
training of Soviet Navy personnel. Translated by Yuri Sviridov.
1978, Progress Pub. Moscow, <14401-01-N-01> 227pp, pocket size,
vg, CARD
£9.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 117 THE KEYES PAPERS ~ by Paul G Halpern
Selections from the Prinate and Officla Correspondence of
Admiral of the Fleet Baron Keyes of Zeebrugge. Volume 1 19141918. The Navy Records Society was established in 1893 for the
purpose of printing unpublished manuscripts and rare works of
naval interest.
1979, Allen & Unwin, 0049421646,<36367-01-N-01> 547pp foldout map, Very good. Slight marks on blue boards. Browning to pages
169-233,
£20.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 122 THE KEYES PAPERS ~ by Paul G Halpern
selections from the Private and Official Correspondence of
Admiral of the Fleet Baron Keyes of Zeebrugge Volume III 19391945. The Navy Records Society was established in 1893 for the
naval interest.
1981, Allen & Unwin, 0049421727,<36368-01-N-01> 398pp, Slight
shelfwear on blue boards ow very good+,
£20.00
QF-1683 ~ DIE DEUTSCHEN KRIEGSCHIFFE
BIOGRAPHIEN. VOLUME 1 ~
by Hans Hildebrand and Albert Rohr
German Warships from 1815-1980, Adler to Camaelon arranged
alphabetically. Each ship is illustrated together with details of the
yard and date of construction, class of vessel, sister ships, size of
crew, machinery, armament, Captains and fate, as well as a
biography of the vessel. Also includes Portraits of German
Admirals with their career details. German text.
1979, v. Hase & Koehler Verlag, 3782204964,<4433-01-N-01>
Large format, 188pp, numerous photos, vg in d/w, Ger.text, £30.00
QF-1684 ~ SEA POWER ~
by Admiral Lord Peter J Hill-Norton and J Decker
Sea power during the great days of the Royal Navy from the midnineteenth century to post WWII - from Dreadnoughts to nuclear
submarines. Includes Jutland, the sinking of the Bismarck, the
Battle of the River Plate, Midway, and the D-Day landings seen
through the eyes of the Royal Marines.
1982, Faber & Faber, 0571118909,<29964-01-N-01> 192pp, 31
plates, index, vg in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1685 ~ MAN O' WAR ~
by Richard Hough
Famous Fighting Ships and their battles. Hough looks at some
fifteen British, Dutch, US, Japanese, and German vessels, from
the 16th Century to World War II.
1979, Charles Scribner, 0684161893,<10336-01-N-01> 239pp, 100
illustrations, g in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1686 ~ MORNING GLORY: A HISTORY OF THE
IMPERIAL JAPANESE NAVY ~ by Stephen Howarth
The Imperial Japanese Navy existed as a world force for less than
50 years. In it's heyday it was the world's third largest navy
boasting some of the greatest Admirals in history. The author
tells the whole drama from its strange beginnings to its tragic
end. Using primary sources and archive material with interviews
from officers and men from the Imperial Navy and other world
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SOCIETY: VOL. 143 LETTERS AND PAPERS OF
PROFESSOR SIR JOHN KNOX LAUGHTON, 1830-1915
Edited by Andrew Lambert MA PhD.FR Hist S
The Navy Records Society was established in 1893 for the
naval interest.
Slight shelfwear on blue boards ow near fine,
£10.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 133 SAMUEL PEPYS AND THE
SECOND DUTCH WAR ~ Edited by Robert Latham
Pepy's Navy White Book and Brooke House Papers, transcribed
by William Matthews and Charles Knighton. The Navy Records
unpublished manuscripts and rare works of naval interest.
1995, Scolar Press, 1859281362,<33751-01-N-01> 488pp, very good
in slightly rubbed blue boards with gold spine titles and cover motif,
£36.00
QF-1696 ~ SUBMARINE COMMAND ~ by Reginald Longstaff
A pictorial history of Submarine Command of the Royal Navy.
From the first submarine, which arrived in the Fleet in 1902,
through WWI and WWII to the nuclear powered Attack
submarines and SSBNs of the Cold War.
1984, Robert Hale Ltd, 070901175X,<21534-01-N-01> , vg in
rubbed d/w,
£6.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 129 THE HAWKE PAPERS ~
Edited by Ruddock F Mackay D.Litt
A Selection: 1743-1771. The Navy Records Society was
established in 1893 for the purpose of printing unpublished
manuscripts and rare works of naval interest.
1990, Scolar Press, 085967830X,<33767-01-N-01> 521pp, Fine in
blue boards with gold spine titles and cover motif,
£15.00
QF-1698 ~ THE ATLANTIC WAR REMEMBERED ~
by John T Mason Jr
Twenty-eight first-hand accounts by members of the US Navy
recounting their experiences in the North Atlantic, The English
Channel and Mediterranean in WWII. Includes battles with the
U-Boats, landing on the North African beaches, actions at
Salerno, and more.
1990, Naval Institute Press, 087021523X,<7246-01-N-01> 380pp, 41
£14.00
QF-1699 ~ A HARD FOUGHT SHIP ~
by R. J. Moore and J. A. Rodgaard
The story of HMS Venomous told by its officers and crew.
Venomous fought in the 1919 “forgotten war” which gained
independence for the Baltic states. In 1940 she rescued thousands
of troops from Boulogne and, on Convoy duty in the Atlantic
kept Britain from starvation. She served in Arctic convoys to
north Russia and was then deployed to the Mediterranean. Here
Venomous fought the U-boat which sank HMS Hecla, rescued
survivors and took part in Operation Pedestal to run supplies to
the besieged island of Malta.
2010, Holywell House, 9780955938207,<35978-01-N-01> 384 pp,
170 photographs, 12 maps and plans, CARD
£18.99
QF-1700 ~ THE LUSITANIA STORY ~
by Mitch Peake and Kevin Walsh-Johnson
This is the complete story of this most famous ocean liner. The
Lusitania is remembered for the controversy surrounding her
loss from a German U-Boat attack in 1915, but the book also tells
of her life before that cataclysmic event, her ground-breaking
advances in maritime engineering and her hitherto unheard of
opulence. It also examines the disaster which befell her and, with
the help of leading experts, looks at the circumstances of her loss
and tries to determine why the magnificent vessel sank in a mere
18 minutes
2002, Pen & Sword, 0850529026,<31228-02-N-01> 192pp, 17 b/w
£19.95
QF-1701 ~ ADMIRAL VON HIPPER: THE
INCONVENIENT HERO ~ by Tobias R Philbin
Franz von Hipper is most famous for commanding the German
Battlecruisers of the I Scouting Group during the Battle of
Jutland on 31 May – 1 June 1916. His squadron clashed with the
British battlecruiser squadron at the Battle of Dogger Bank in
January 1915, where the armored cruiser Blücher was lost. At
the Battle of Jutland, Hipper's flagship Lützow was sunk, though
his ships succeeded in sinking three British battlecruisers.
1982, B.J. Gruner. Amsterdam, 9060322001,<36372-01-N-01>
230pp. illustrations, very good in card covers, CARD
£94.00
QF-1702 ~ ADMIRAL OF THE PACIFIC: THE LIFE
OF YAMAMOTO ~ by John Deane Potter
The biography of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, Commander-in
Chief of the Japanese Combined Fleet and architect of the
Imperial Navy's attack on Pearl harbor in 1941. In April 1943,
after the loss of Gaudalcanal, American Radio Intercept units
picked up and decoded details of his proposed tour of Japanese
Naval units in the South Pacific. USAAF Lockheed P-38 long
range fighters intercepted his 'Betty' bomber over Bougainville
and shot it down. Yamamoto and all aboard were killed.
1965, William Heinemann, <12400-01-N-01> xvii + 332pp, 24
illustrations, ep maps, Good. Black boards marked. Prev. owner name
on endpaper,
£7.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 132 THE BEATTY PAPERS ~
by B. McL. Ranft, MA. D.Phil. FR.Hist
Selections from the private and official correspondence and
papers of Admiral of the Fleet Earl Beatty. Volume II 19161927.The Navy Records Society was established in 1893 for the
naval interest.
1993, Scolar Press, 0859679640,<36366-01-N-01> 500pp, Marks on
page edges ow very good in blue boards,
£20.00
QF-1704 ~ THE GUINNESS BOOK OF NAVAL BLUNDERS ~
by Geoffrey Regan
From errors in the design of ships, their equipment and weapons,
to the mistakes and stupidity of commanders and men. Failed
amphibious operations and avoidable disasters with submarines
are just some of the stories and anecdotes included in this
collection.
1993, Guinness Publishing, 0851127134,<17352-01-N-01> 192pp,
50 illustrations, Good. Slight creasing on covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1705 ~ NEW INTERPRETATIONS IN NAVAL HISTORY ~
Edited by William R Roberts and Jack Sweetman
A collections of some 22 papers on a wide array of naval subjects.
From ancient naval warfare in the Mediterranean, to combined
operations some 2000 years later. Topics include Mine Warfare,
Axis convoy effectiveness in WWII and operations in the days of
sail in the Caribbean.
1991, Naval Institute Press, 1557507244,<9875-01-N-01> xxii +
328pp, Very good. No dustjacket as issued,
£18.00
QF-1706 ~ THE WOODEN WORLD ~
by Professor Nicholas A M Rodger
The anatomy of the Georgian Navy. One of the really outstanding
studies on the Royal Navy of the 18th Century. Includes chapters
on Shipboard Life, Victualling and Health, Rating's Careers,
Manning, Discipline, Officers, and Politics. Eleven appendices
cover Complements, Desertions, Age, Wives and families,
Venereal Diseases and Manpower plus notes on sources.
1986, Collins, 0002165481,<27498-01-N-01> 445pp, illustrations,
Dustjacket torn at bottom of spine. text and boards very good, £16.00
QF-1707 ~ GENERALS-AT-SEA ~ by Colonel H C B Rogers OBE
The naval campaigns and battles fought during the English Civil
War and those of the three Anglo-Dutch Wars during the
Commonwealth and after the Restoration were effectively, the
birth of the Royal Navy. Looks at the naval commanders such as
Prince Rupert, Blake, Albermarle, Allin and Deane.
1992, Galago Books, 0946995842,<12217-01-N-01> 161pp, b/w
illustrations, charts, ep maps, index, Near fine in like d/w,
£12.00
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in 1893 for the purpose of printing unpublished manuscripts and
rare works of naval interest.
Fine in blue boards with gold spine titles and cover motif,
£20.00
QF-1715 ~ ROYAL ADMIRALS 1327-1981 ~ by David Thomas
David Thomas looks back over seven hundred years of English
naval history to find that English Kings, almost without
exception, have taken to the sea themselves or raised their sons to
be sailors
1982, Andre Deutsch, 023397427X,<30005-01-N-01> 200pp, 12
colour plates, numerous b/w illustrations, index, Good in rubbed
d/w,
£10.00
XN-2725 ~ MALTA CONVOYS 1940-42:
THE STRUGGLE AT SEA ~ by David A Thomas
Some of the most savage air/sea battles of WWII took place
around the island fortress of Malta. The near-starving population
endured hardship and death. The Royal Navy suffered enormous
loss and damage to their battleships, aircraft carriers and
cruisers. destroyers and submarines were sunk by the score. A
comprehensive and detailed account of these strategically
important convoy operations, including eyewitness accounts.
2004, Pen & Sword, 9781844680146,<28358-01-N-01> 234pp, 39
b/w illustrations, New in d/w,
£19.95
QF-1716 ~ THE ECLIPSE OF THE GERMAN NAVY ~
by Commander Thadeus V Tuleja
An interesting study of the accomplishments of the German Navy
in WWII. Written by an ex US Navy officer who saw active
service in the Battle of the Atlantic, and later in the Pacific
theater. He analyses how the Kriegsmarine was worn down by
the ever more superior forces arrayed against it as WWII
progressed.
1959, J M Dent & Sons, <13704-01-N-01> 284pp, 15 illustrations,
bibliography, Very good in good d/w,
£12.00
QF-1717 ~ ALLIED SUBMARINES ~
by Anthony J Watts
WW2 Fact File. Every class of submarine operated or planned by
the Allies in WWII is listed together with a short background to
the design. Tables list the technical data and a brief note of the
fate of each submarine. Nations included are Brazil, Denmark,
Estonia, France, Greece, Latvia, The Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Russia, United Kingdom, USA and Yugoslavia.
1977, Macdonald & Janes, 0354010107,<30000-01-N-01> 64pp, 96
illustrations, large format, Good in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1718 ~ PICTORIAL HISTORY OF THE ROYAL NAVY:
VOLUME 2: 1880-1914 ~ by Anthony J Watts
An illustrated history of the Royal Navy from the end of the
Napoleonic Wars and wooden sailing ships firing broadsides to
the ironclads and the technicalities of steam engines and gunnery.
1971, Ian Allan, 0711002436,<21477-01-N-01> 142pp, 150 photos,
Good in edge-worn d/w,
£12.00
XN-2726 ~ WAR BADGES OF THE KRIEGSMARINE ~
by Gordon Williamson
This new book is packed with detailed obverse and reverse colour
photos as well as close ups of hinges, pins and maker marks with
particular emphasis on the surface units. It provides the collector
and military enthusiast with a detailed insight into all the major
variants of these desirable badges. As well as the badges
themselves, it includes a huge range of rare award documents,
paybook entries and other documentation, along with many rare
and previously unpublished detailed wartime images showing the
awards being worn.
2011, Bender Publications, 1932970177,<36395-01-N-01> Large
format, 380pp, 1121 colour & b/w photos, New in illustrated boards,
£69.00
QF-1719 ~ THE FIGHTING TENTH ~
by John Wingate DSC
The story of the Tenth Submarine Flotilla and its part in the
WWII Siege of Malta. Between 1940 and 1944 they fought the
most concentrated submarine battle in history. Much of the tale
is told in the survivor's own words - the "smell of diesel in the
underwater coffins", the claustrophobia and foul atmosphere, the
shattering explosions which plunged the boat into blackness.
Above all it was the tenacity and courage of the Maltese, which
QF-1708 ~ CHRONOLOGY OF THE WAR AT SEA 1939-1945:
THE NAVAL HISTORY OF WORLD WAR TWO
by J Rohwer and G Hummelchen
New edition, expanded and revised. More than 6000 warships
fought in the Second World War of which nearly a quarter were
sunk or destroyed. This book chronicles the epic war across the
oceans. Every naval action and movement of individual warships
and fleets are recorded along with amphibious and naval air
operations.
1992, Greenhill Books, 1853671177,<10889-02-N-01> Large
Format. 2nd edition. 432pp. Indices, Very good in d/w,
£18.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 123 THE NAVY OF THE
LANCASTRIAN KINGS ~ Edited by Susan Rose
Accounts and Inventories of William Soper, Keeper of the King's
Ships, 1422-1427. The Navy Records Society was established in
1893 for the purpose of printing unpublished manuscripts and
rare works of naval interest.
1982, Allen & Unwin, 0049421751,<33770-01-N-01> 288pp, Vg in
blue boards with gold spine titles and cover motif. Spine faded,
£10.00
QF-1710 ~ BRITAIN'S MARITIME MEMORIALS
& MEMENTOES ~ by David Saunders
A comprehensive guide providing details and locations of over
1400 maritime memorials. This survey gives a fascinating insight
into Britain's maritime history. The book has entries
commemorating shipping disasters, lifeboat losses, and the dead
of two World Wars plus others celebrating the builders of great
vessels, lighthouse engineers, explorers and merchants.
1996, Patrick Stephens, 1852604662,<30082-01-N-01> 183pp,
illustrations, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£8.00
QF-1711 ~ THE LOSS OF THE BISMARCK ~
by Vice-Admiral Brian B Schofield
The epic pursuit and destruction of the German Battleship
Bismarck in May, 1941. Seven appendices give a list of the Flag
and Commanding Officers and technical details of the ships
taking part. One of the 'Sea Battles in Close-Up' series.
1972, Ian Allan, 0711002657,<23824-01-N-01> 96pp, photos, maps,
appendices, bibliography, index, Good in edge-worn and chipped
d/w,
£8.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 134 THE SOMERVILLE PAPERS
Edited by Michael Simpson MA and John Somerville CB. CBE.
Selections from the private and official correspondence of
Admiral of the Fleet, Sir james Somerville. The Navy Records
unpublished manuscripts and rare works of naval interest
1995, Scolar Press, 1859282075,<33750-02-N-01> 696pp, Slight
shelfwear on blue boards ow fine,
£30.00
QF-1713 ~ GERMAN NAVAL GUNS 1939-1945 ~
by Miroslaw Skwiot
This comprehensive encyclopaedia covers every German artillery
piece mounted afloat during the Second World War, from the
huge 15-inch (380mm) guns carried by the Bismarck to the
smallest machine gun used by coastal forces. All variations of
these weapons are described, including their mountings and
ammunition, with extensive tabular data. Almost every known
close-up photo of the weapons is included, plus accurate threeview
drawings
and
computer-generated
full
colour
representations of the guns and their mountings, providing the
most thorough and complete reference available to modelmakers
and enthusiasts.
2010, Seaforth Publishing, 9781848320802,<36137-01-N-01> Large
format, 416pp, 1000 + colour & b/w illustrations, & line drawings,
New,
£40.00
SOCIETY: VOL. 148 THE RODNEY PAPERS VOL.1
Edited by David Syrett
Selections from the Correspondence of Admiral Lord Rodney.
Volume I, 1742-1763. The Navy Records Society was established
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assured the Flotilla a base from which to operate. Without them
the Allied submarine fleet would never have cut Rommel's
lifeline.
2003, Periscope Publishing, 1904381162,<8193-02-N-01> 384pp, 3
maps, 1 diagram & 87 photos, New in card covers, CARD
£15.99
QF-1720 ~ BELOW THE BELT ~
by John Winton
A compilation of dirty tricks, novelty, subterfuge and surprise in
naval warfare from ancient times to the present day.
Unconventional warfare was developed into an art by the Greeks,
who employed fire-ships seventeen centuries before their use
against the Spanish Armada. Even the use of poisonous gas was
proposed as early as the Napoleonic Wars. The book looks at
these subjects, plus many more from human torpedoes to the
Man who Never Was.
1981, Conway, 0851772366,<30111-01-N-01> 192pp, 32
£10.00
photographs, line drawings and tables detailing the weapons
themselves plus shells, carriages and parts, including breeches,
aiming and loading devices.
2008, Wydawca Fort, 9788392365778,<35210-01-P-01> A4 format,
160pp, 500+ b/w photos, drawings & tables, New in card cover,
Pol.text, CARD
£21.99
QF-1727 ~ THE HONEST JOHN IN CANADIAN SERVICE ~
by John Davidson
New in the popular Service Publications volumes, this compact
book provides details of the US built Honest John surface to
surface, unguided tactical battlefield missile system. The Rocket
saw service with the Canadian Armed Forces in the 1960s,
primarily in Germany. Extensively illustrated with a centre
spread showing the rocket and its M386 Launcher.
2010, Service Publications, 9781894581714,<36305-01-P-01> A4
format, 24pp, 20 b/w photos, double page drawing, New in card
cover, CARD
£8.00
XN-2727 ~ THE EIGHTY-EIGHT ~
by David Doyle
A visual History of the German 8.8cm Flak Guns in WWII. This
comprehensive volume contains over 170 photographs of 8.8cm
Flak guns, including combat images and walk around images of
contemporary restorations. Also contains extensive images from
the original technical manual.
2008, Ampersand Publishing, 9780977378142,<36311-01-P-01>
Landscape format, 108pp,180 +b/w illustrations, New, CARD £17.99
QF-1728 ~ FIGHTING VEHICLES ~
by Chris Ellis and Peter Chamberlain
A history of the machines which revolutionised land warfare in
the 20th century. From the first attempts to arm cars with
machine guns in 1898, and the traction engines of the Boer War,
the birth of the tank in WWI, the developments during WWII,
and post 1945.
1972, Hamlyn, 0600334813,<30156-01-P-01> 96pp, numerous
photos inc colour, index, large format, g in edge-worn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1729 ~ GERMAN ARMOUR 1939-1940:
POLAND & FRANCE ~ by Eric Grove
Mechanics of War Series. An illustrated study of the German
Panzer Force in Poland, Scandinavia, the Low Countries and
France 1939-40. Features many colour and b/w studies of the
various types of AFVs plus descriptions of the actions
1976, Almark Publications, 0855242604,<10847-01-P-01> 72pp, 8
col illustrations, 38 b/w photos, 2 col & 1 b/w map, Good in
decorative boards,
£16.00
QF-1730 ~ SHERMAN FIREFLY ~
by Mark Hayward
The first comprehensive history of one of the most important
tank designs of WWII. The Firefly, armed with the British 17pounder gun, was the only production Allied vehicle that could
take on the German's famed Tiger and Panther tanks. This
impressive volume features the largest collection of Firefly photos
ever assembled, detailed combat histories and unit allocations,
close-up detail photos and specially commissioned 1/35 plans and
colour profiles plus kit reviews and building hints for model
makers
2001, Barbarossa Books, 0953877728,<31174-05-P-01> Large
format, 216pp, 242 b/w photos, numerous 1/35 plans, colour side
views, New,
£35.00
QF-1731 ~ ARMORED AUTOMOBILES OF THE RUSSIAN
CIVIL WAR, 1918-1920 ~ by Thomas Hillman
The pre-eminent study of Armored Automobiles of the Russian
Civil War and the Soviet-Polish War. The author describes the
organization, doctrine, and orders of battle of the Bolshevik Reds
and the White Russian forces, plus the Czech, German and Polish
armies, enabling historians and wargamers alike to understand
and appreciate the steel monsters of the period. The volume
features numerous contemporary black and white photographs
and diagrams, plus colour photographs of model vehicles used in
the Civil War. Russian Civil War Game Guide No.2.
2006, Gauntlet International, <33140-02-P-01> A4 format, 128pp,
numerous b/w & colour illustrations, New in thermal bound card
cover, CARD
£16.00
Land Vehicles & Weapons
QF-1721 ~ DIRECT AND GENERAL SUPPORT
MAINTENANCE MANUAL ~
Manual TM 9-2815-202-34. For Engine, Diesel: Turbocharged,
Fuel Injected, Liquid Cooled, "V" Type, 8-Cylinder,
W/Container, Assembly (Detroit Diesel-GMC Series-8V71T
Model 7083-7398) (2815-045-6526 and 2815-987-8669) and
(Detroit Diesel-GMC Series-9V71T Model 7083-7399) (2815-0864259).
1965, US Dept of the Army, ,<21662-01-P-01> 417pp, 399 photos,
drawings & diagrams, tables, g, CARD
£20.00
QF-1722 ~ DRIVER TRAINING (ALL ARMS) VOLUME II ~
Electrical and Mechanical Principles of Tracked and Wheeled
Vehicles, 1966. A loose bound manual in stiff cream board covers
with red titling, 'Prepared under the direction of the Chief of the
General Staff', Army Code No. 70181. Ministry of Defence,
March 1966. Rare
1966,UK MOD <3543-01-P-01> A4 format, 262 loose bound pages,
numerous diagrams (some colour), tables, Good with some marking
inside front cover & on title page from string tie,
£24.00
QF-1723 ~ PANZERS AT WAR ~
by A J Barker
The Panzer Arm of the German WWII Wehrmacht. Looks at the
campaigns, the Panzer Generals, development of the Panther and
Tiger, Flakpanzers and other specialist armoured vehicles. Lists
the Panzer divisions with component units.
1978, Ian Allan, 0711007764,<634-02-P-01> 144pp, 170 photos,
maps, Good No d/w,
£8.00
QF-1724 ~ ARMORED VEHICLES OF THE RUSSIAN
ARMY, 1906-1917 ~ by Mikhail Baryatinskiy Maxim
A pictorial study of early armored cars in Russia. The section on
Austin cars shows one nearly identical to the armored car that
sits outside the Museum of the Revolution in Moscow. Russian
soldiers feature in nearly every picture providing guidance on
World War I uniforms in some detail. There are 4 full colour
plates illustrating uniforms, vehicles and badges. The text is
predominantly in the Russian language, with photo captions and
key text translated into English by Alexei Rozygraev.
2008, Gauntlet International, 588879029X,<35104-02-P-01> A4
format, 104 pages with 227 colour & b/w illustrations, and line
drawings, new in thermal bound covers, Russ.text, CARD
£16.00
QF-1725 ~ ALLIED COMBAT TANKS ~
by Peter Chamberlain and John Milsom
An extensively illustrated photographic study of the tanks of the
the US, British and Soviet Armies of WWII
1978, WW2 Fact File Series, ,<14694-01-P-01> 64pp, 114 photos,
vg, CARD
£8.00
QF-1726 ~ ARTYLERIA AUSTRO-WEGIERSKA W LATACH
1860-1890 (AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN ARTILLERY)
by Lukasz Chrzanowski
A detailed and extensively illustrated, Polish language account of
the development of field artillery used by the armies of the
Austro-Hungarian Empire. The book contains several hundred
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2005, Tankograd, <36268-01-P-01> A4 Format. 64pp. 119 colour
photos, 23 black and white. 7 drawings, New in card covers,
Eng/Ger.text, CARD
£13.99
QF-1738 ~ THE 2-POUNDER ANTI-TANK GUN IN
CANADIAN SERVICE ~ by Doug Knight
Between the wars the major powers saw tanks as a coming
threat, and as a result developed new antitank guns to knock out
the threat. Britain underwent a number of trials and errors but
settled on the 2-pounder in 1936. Production was difficult, and
the British approached Canada in 1939 to augment domestic
production of the weapon. Dominion Engineering Works took
over production of barrels and General Electric Canada made
the carriages. The book provides a number of 1/35 scale drawings
of the most common gun, the 2-pounder Mark 9 on Carriage
Mark 2 as well as other variants.
2008, Service Publications, 9781894581363 ,<35112-01-P-01> 24pp,
22 b/w photos, 3-view plans, New in card cover, CARD
£8.00
QF-1739 ~ THE MACHINERY LORRY IN
CANADIAN SERVICE ~ by Doug Knight
New in the popular Service Publications series, this compact book
provides details of the various types of Machinery Lorries used
by the Royal Canadian Army Service Corps since World War I.
Extensively illustrated with a centre spread showing the C60X
Machinery Lorry Type 'A'.
2010, Service Publications, 9781894581707,<36304-01-P-01> 24pp,
21 b/w photos, double page drawing, New, CARD
£8.00
QF-1740 ~ THE SEXTON SP GUN IN CANADIAN SERVICE ~
by Doug Knight
A short, but definitive study on the Sexton tracked, self-propelled
gun in service with the Canadian Armed Forces during World
War II. Mounted on the Ram tank chassis, the Sexton carried a
25-pounder field gun and became the standard SP gun in the
British Commonwealth armies, as well as many others. It was
still in service in Portugal until 1976. Well illustrated with
numerous photographs and a three-view general arrangement
drawing, this is a useful volume for armour enthusiasts and
modellers
2006, Service Publications, 1894581326,<33671-01-P-01> 24pp, 20
b/w photos, 3-view drawing, New, CARD
£8.00
QF-1741 ~ TANKS OF THE RUSSIAN CIVIL WAR ~
by M Kolomiets and I Moshchanskiy
A study of the tanks, many of which were acquired or captured
from the Allies, used by the Soviet armies. The book includes 144
black and white photographs and a number of line drawings.
There is additional commentary throughout the text from
translator, Tom Hillman, clairfying points made by the original
authors. The card covers feature three full-color plates (inside
front, inside back, and outside rear cover) with profiles of
numerous machines plus examples of tanker uniforms.
2008, Gauntlet International, <35105-01-P-01> A4 Landscape
format, 80pp, numerous colour & b/w photographs & illustrations,
new in thermal bound card covers, CARD
£14.00
QF-1742 ~ THE ARMOURED TRAIN IN
CANADIAN SERVICE ~ by Roger V Lucy
As Japanese armed forces pushed across the Pacific during
WWII there were real fears of them invading the Western coast
of Canada. An unusual Armoured Train was designed and put
into service on a stretch of line where Canada borders Alaska.
Using standard rolling stock, it had a protected engine to push
and pull carriages for troops, as well as armed cars with 75mm
field and 40mm anti-aircraft guns. As such it would have been a
formidable oponent to land forces, though like all trains it was
vulnerable to attacks on the tracks and from the air.
2005, Service Publications, 1894581253,<33027-01-P-01> A4
format, 24pp, 20 b/w illustrations, New, CARD
£8.00
QF-1743 ~ THE 88MM FLAK IN THE FIRST AND
SECOND WORLD WARS ~ by Werner Muller
A new photo collection of the famed German 88mm in its antiaircraft and anti-tank roles on a variety of war fronts.
1998, Schiffer Publications, 0764303937,<27335-01-P-01> 48pp,
over 100 b/w photos, line drawings, large format, New, CARD £9.95
QF-1732 ~ M38A1 1/4 TON TRUCK IN CANADIAN SERVICE
by Andrew Iarocci
The American M38A1 "jeep" was introduced to replace the
earlier M38, unlike the M38 which resembled the wartime MB
and GP series they had a more streamlined and rounded
appearance which set the appearance for military and civilian
use for many years. When the Canadian government came to
replace its wartime vehicle stocks it decided to standardise on
models from American manufacturers. The M38A1 was chosen
for the lightest class. Introduced into service in 1953 it was to
remain in use well into the 1980s. The book features numerous
illustrations, plus three view plans
2008, Service Publications, 9781894581486,<35127-01-P-01> 24pp,
21 b/w photos, 3-view plan, New in card cover, CARD
£8.00
QF-1733 ~ PANZERTRUPPEN 1 ~
by Thomas L Jentz
The Complete Guide to the Creation and Combat Employment of
Germany's Tank Force. 1933-1942. In September, 1939, the
world was astounded by Germany's defeat of Poland in less than
a month. Denmark, Norway, Holland, Belgium, and France fell in
rapid succession. Greece and Yugoslavia were rapidly over-run
early in 1941, whilst German-Italian forces advanced rapidly in
North Africa. Russia's turn was next, when German forces
routed the Red Army in June, 1941. Germany achieved victory
after victory, often against numerically superior enemy forces
using its formidable Panzer Armies and Blitzkrieg warfare.
200 photos, maps, tables,
£34.00
QF-1734 ~ PANZERTRUPPEN 2 ~
by Thomas L Jentz
This companion to Tom Jentz's earlier volume tells how the
Panzertruppen fought during their defensive struggle following
the defeats in North Africa and Stalingrad. It covers all major
actions including Kharkov, Operation Zitadelle, the defence of
Sicily and Italy, Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge, the final
battles on the Eastern Front, and the Defence of the Fatherland.
provides full details of units, organizations, types of Panzers, and
tactics
47 illustrations, maps, charts, tables,
£34.00
QF-1735 ~ TANKOGRAD - SOVIET SPECIAL NO.2007:
SOVIET TRUCKS OF WORLD WAR 2 ~
by Jim Kinnear and Jochen Wollert
This book reviews the standard Soviet built wheeled military
transport vehicles used by the Soviet Union during the Second
World War and the widespread use of the GAZ and ZiS trucks in
the German Wehrmacht. German/English text.
2009, Tankograd, <36267-01-P-01> A4 format, 64pp 142 colour &
b/w photos, 4 1/35 scale drawings, New in card covers, Eng/Ger.text,
CARD
£13.99
QF-1736 ~ TANKOGRAD - SOVIET SPECIAL NO.2010:
AEROSAN ~ by Jim Kinnear
Soviet Aero-Sleighs of World War Two in Service with the Red
Army, Finnish Army and the Wehrmacht. The Aerosan
propeller-driven sleigh was used operationally in snowbound
winter regions of northern Europe by the armies of several
countries. They were used by Russian forces during the First
World War, the Civil War following the 1917 Russian
Revolution, by the Red Army during the Russo-Finnish "Winter
War" of 1939-40, and in the Second World War on the Eastern
Front. This new publication covers the Soviet development of the
Aerosans from the early 20th century to the end of World War
II. English/German text.
2010, Tankograd, <36308-01-P-01> A4 format, 80pp, c200 b/w
photos & scale drawings, New, Eng/Ger.text, CARD
£13.99
QF-1737 ~ TANKOGRAD - BRITISH SPECIAL NO.9001:
ARMOURED VEHICLES OF THE BRITISH INFANTRY
BRIGADE BERLIN ~ by Andreas Kirchhoff
After World War II the British Army, as one of the Four Allied
victors, took control of one of the sectors of Berlin. This
publication describes comprehensively the armoured vehicles
carrying the unique urban-area camouflage scheme in use to
1994. Geman/English text.
60
QF-1744 ~ STUG.ABT./BRIG. 210 ~
by Karlheinz Munch
The History of Sturmgeschütz-Abteilung/Brigade 210, The
"Tiger's Head" Brigade, which served entirely on the Eastern
Front. Activated in March, 1941, the battalion went into action
around Suwalki in North Eastern Poland. In December, in
temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Celcius, it participated
in the advance on Moscow. This splendid volume is packed with
black and white photographs of vehicles and troops in action, as
well as sixteen full colour renderings of StuG.III Assault Guns.
English/German text and captions.
2007, Model Hobby, Poland, 9788360041284,<36351-01-P-01>
Large format, 320pp, c500 b/w & 16 colour illustrations, As new in
protected illustrated boards, Eng/Ger.text,
£60.00
QF-1745 ~ TANKOGRAD - BRITISH SPECIAL NO.9002:
ROYAL ARMOURED ENGINEERS ~
by Daniel Nowak and Simon Copley-Smith
An in-depth coverage of information and photographs showing
the historical background, the tactics, the organisation and active
use in Germany and on the International missions with a special
focus on the specialised-vehicle pool. German/English text.
2006, Tankograd, <36269-01-P-01> 64pp. 144 colour photos and
drawings, New in card cover, Eng/Ger.text, CARD
£13.99
QF-1746 ~ VICKERS BATTLE TANK ~
by R M Ogorkiewicz
AFV Profile No. 45. An extensively illustrated monograph on the
unusual, private venture tank developed by Vickers in the 1960s
1970,<2566-01-P-01> 20pp 5 col illustrations, 31 b/w photos, b/w
3 view drawing, colour centre spread, G in sltly discoloured cover,
CARD
£5.00
QF-1747 ~ PANZERFAHRZEUGE UND PANZEREINHEITEN
DER ORDNUNGSPOLIZEI ~ by Werner Regenberg
A detailed study of armoured vehicles and tank units of the
German Ordungspolizei, 1936 - 1945. Contains 18 pages of tables
and silhouettes of transport and AFVs plus more than 300 black
and white photographs illustrating vehicles and personnel in
training and in action. German text.
1999, Podzun-Pallas Verlag GmbH, 3790905933,<28971-01-P-01>
287pp, Fine in pictorial boards, Ger.text,
£32.00
QF-1748 ~ JEEP GENESIS: THE RIFKIND REPORT ~
by Herbert R Rifkind
The Jeep and its origin and development in WWII by the US
Army. The author looks at early predecessors to the definitive
Willys Jeep, Congressional investigations into Jeep contracts and
the entry of Ford into the Jeep programme. He then considers the
Four-Wheel Steering and Amphibious Models as well as postwar
civilian uses.
1988, ISO - Galago, 0946784957,<9034-01-P-01> 112pp, 27 photos,
tables, New in pictorial boards,
£10.00
QF-1749 ~ STURMGESCHUTZ III (L/24 & L/33) ~
by Horst Scheibert
An illustrated study of German assault-guns on the Panzer Mk
III chassis. This volume covers the early versions with the short
barrelled 75mm gun
1991, Schiffer Publications, 0887403506,<19636-02-P-01> 48pp, 60
b/w illustrations, Good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1750 ~ THE TIGER FAMILY ~
by Horst Scheibert
An extensively illustrated study on the Tiger I and II plus its
variants, including the Ferdinand, Jagdtiger, Elefant and
Sturmtiger.
1989, Schiffer Publications, 0887401872,<5096-01-P-01> 48pp, 79
photos, 5 illustrations, landscape format, some shelf wear but good,
CARD
£9.00
QF-1751 ~ VW AT WAR: KUBELWAGEN
SCHWIMMWAGEN BOOK 2: DEVELOPMENT
TESTING PRODUCTION ~ by Bernd Wiersch
Originally published by Podzun Pallas.The vehicles based on the
VW used by the German Armed Forces in WWII. Includes the
Kubelwagen and Schwimmwagen plus special vehicles, with
factory production and test information.
1991, Schiffer Publications, 088740409X,<11193-01-P-01> 48pp, 3
col illustrations, & 60 b/w photos, large landscape format, vg,
CARD
£9.00
QF-1752 ~ OSPREY NEW VANGUARD 2: M1 ABRAMS MAIN
BATTLE TANK 1982-1992 ~ by Steven J Zaloga and Peter Sarson
The Abrams was the most radical departure in US tank design
since World War II. Until its advent of in the early 1980s, the US
Army had relied on the steady evolution of the M26 Pershing
tank, through the M46, M47, M48 and M60. The M1
incorporated a host of important new tank technologies in terms
of structure and weaponry. This book details the design,
development and operational use of one of this potent main battle
tank, and contains a wealth of color and b/w illustrations, of
the M1 in training and in action during Operation Desert Storm
colour illustrations, 45 b/w photos, drawings, Mint, CARD £8.00
QF-1753 ~ US ARMORED ARTILLERY IN WORLD WAR II ~
by Steven J Zaloga
Armor At War series 7044. The US Army began WWII lacking
armored field artillery vehicles. The T30 75mm HMC and the
T19 105mm HMC were hastily brought into service, followed in
the summer of 1943, by the 105mm M7 Priest and the M8 75mm
HMC to provide fire support for armored cavalry reconnaissance
squadrons. In 1944 the M12 155mm GMC arrived with field
artillery battalions. This large gun allowed only carried a few
rounds of ammunition so the companion M30 cargo carrier was
built to supply ammunition. This volume is packed with high
quality US Army Signal Corps photos, depicting the motor gun
carriages in action throughout the war.
2002, Concord Publications, 9623616880,<33005-01-P-01> A4
format, 72pp, 16 color profiles, 184 b/w photos, New, CARD £12.99
The Panzer Tracts Series
QF-1754 ~ PANZER TRACTS NO. 1-1:
PANZERKAMPFWAGEN I ~ by Thomas L Jentz
A splendid monograph on the Pz.Kpfw I from its early
conception as the Kleintraktor, a small, fully tracked armored
vehicle, to the Ausf.A and Ausf.B derivatives. With a wealth of
photographic detail supported by knowledgable text and splendid
1/24 scale General Arrangement and Detail drawings this book
will be invaluable to enthusiasts, modellers and historians alike
2000, Panzer Tracts, 0970840764,<31030-01-P-03> A4 format,
100pp, numerous b/w ills plus 1/24 scale GA & Detail drawings,
New in card cover, CARD
£24.00
QF-1755 ~ PANZER TRACTS NO. 5-1:
PANZERKAMPFWAGEN "PANTHER" AUSF.D
WITH VERSUCHS-SERIES PANTHER, FGST.NR.V2
by Thomas L Jentz and Hilary L Doyle
Another splendid title from the Panzer Tracts team. They spent
hundreds of hours accurately measuring original Panthers to
produce full-scale, as-built drawings, illustrating many
previously unnoticed modifications. To illustrate the smallest
components the book features unique 1/10th scale drawings,
whilst six-view 1/35th scale drawings are provided for the
complete Panther. Also included are "flat-plane" drawings of
many components to aid modelers. The book is extensively
illustrated with over 100 scale drawings, 11 original drawings,
and 44 rare large-format photos.
2003, Panzer Tracts, 0970840780,<31231-02-P-03> A4 format,
72pp, numerous b/w ills plus numerous scale drawings, New, CARD
£18.00
QF-1756 ~ PANZER TRACTS NO.13-1: LEICHTER
PANZERSPAEHWAGEN AND KLEINER
PANZERFUNKWAGEN ~
by Thomas L Jentz and Hilary Louis Doyle
This latest Panzer Tracts volume features Sd.Kfz.221, 222, 223
and Sd.Kfz.260 and 161 development and production from 1935
to 1944. The defining features of each sub variant have been
identified and significant modifications listed. This has been
made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public
archives and chassis number analysis. Surviving LE.Pz.Sp.Wg.
and KL.Pz.Fu.Wg. components were precisely measured to
61
Journal of Captain Charles Shervinton; Military Recruitment in
the 18th century. Book review, Notes, Articles of British Military
Interest in Contemporary Journals.
1979, Soc. for Army Hist. Res, <33874-01-R-01> 62pp ils, Good in
card covers. Slight foxing on endpapers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1764 ~ JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY FOR ARMY
HISTORICAL RESEARCH: VOL.LX11.
AUTUMN 1984 NO.251
Papers include; The Singapore Mutiny of 1915; Fedon's
rebellion; The Sources, Organisation and uses of Intelligence in
the Anglo-Portuguese Army 1808-1814; Book Reviews, Notes and
Documents.
1984, Soc. for Army Hist. Res, <36360-01-R-01> 63pp illustrations,
very good in card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1765 ~ THE CHINESE ARMED FORCES TODAY ~
A reprint of the US Defense Intelligence Agency Handbook on
China's Army, Navy and Air force. The book describes its
historical development from 1927 as the People's Liberation
Army through to the 1970s. With very detailed information on
Organisation, Equipment, tactics, Logistics and Uniforms.
1979, Arms & Armour Press, 0853682232,<25567-01-R-01> 240pp ,
284 ills , 34 diagrams ,46 tables , 3 maps, Good in faded d/w, £6.00
QF-1766 ~ THE RANGER HANDBOOK ~
A facsimile of the 1986 Official US Army Ranger Handbook, SH
21-76. Contents include chapters on Patrol Order, Field
Planning, Communications, Fire Support (Artillery and Aerial),
Aerial Resupply, Demolition, Combat Intelligence, and much
more. A fascinating volume.
1986, US Army Infantry School, <6413-01-R-01> 200pp, 150 ills
and diagrams, pocket size, stapled, Good, CARD
£9.00
QF-1767 ~ RED ARMY LEGACIES: ESSAYS ON FORCES,
CAPABILITIES & PERSONALITIES ~ by Richard N Armstrong
For twenty-five years, it was the author's job to watch and
examine the Soviet Army, and to understand its combat
experience. In this new book eleven essays show how the Soviet
Army used its "Red Army Legacy". Among the subjects covered
are Part I - Forces: Guards of Destruction: The Bukrin Drop,
Limits to Creativity: Tank Corps Commander: Mobile Groups:
Prologue to MG. Part II - Capabilities: Hunting Tongues:
Battlefield Agility, The Soviet Legacy: Red Army indicators:
Repelling Counterattacks and Counterstrikes. Part III Personalities: Nachalnik Razvedki, The Red Two: Popel, The
Fighting Commissar: Radzievskii, The Thinking Warrior.
1995, Schiffer Publications, 0887408052,<22466-02-R-01> 252pp,
170 photos, illustrations, & maps, Very Good in d/w,
£14.00
QF-1768 ~ SPECIAL OPERATIONS AND ELITE UNITS 19391988 : A RESEARCH GUIDE ~ by Roger Beaumont
Roger Beaumont provides a comprehensive survey of modern
special operations. His wide-ranging introduction offers an
overview of the use of special operations and elite units from the
second World War to the 1980s. Bibliographic entries describe a
broad sampling of materials, from those accessible through
interlibrary services to those far removed from central archives
and major research libraries. This is a single, easy-to-use source
for information about this little-known and commonly
misunderstood facet of military practice.
1989, Greenwood Publications, 031326001X,<2317-01-R-01>
258pp, blue cloth as issued, fine,
£49.00
QF-1769 ~ THE IMPERIAL ACHIEVEMENT ~ by John Bowle
How the British created, matured and finally transformed the
largest empire in history. Examines the permanent imprint left
by the empire on nations such as India and South Africa.
1974, Book Club Edition, <30228-01-R-01> 484pp, 53 illustrations,
5 maps, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£9.00
QF-1770 ~ THE BRITISH SOLDIER ~
by J M Brereton
A social history from 1661 to the 1980s. The emergence of the
"Redcoat" to the all-professional modern Army. With chapters
on Marlborough's men, the Wellingtonian period, the Colonial
period, and WWI and WWII.
1986, The Bodley Head, 0370305515,<5534-01-R-01> viii + 208pp,
index, vg in d/w,
£10.00
create new five-view 1/35 scale drawings. As usual, text and data
are based solely on primary sources.
2011, Panzer Tracts, No ISBN,<36387-01-P-03> A4 Format, 72pp,
58 scale drawings and 90 photos, New, CARD
£18.00
QF-1757 ~ PANZER TRACTS NO. 23: PANZER
PRODUCTION FROM 1933 TO 1945 ~
by Thomas L Jentz and Hilary Louis Doyle
After forty years of research, The Panzer Tracts team have
compiled a record of how many Panzers by model were produced
by each assembly plant. Starting in February 1939, the
Waffenamt kept consolidated records of monthly production but
these are of limited value when more than one assembly plant
was involved. The additional details needed to determine the
number produced for each model were derived from assembly
plant production records, analysis of chassis numbers and the
code letters for each assembly plant which were stamped on
serial number plates. As usual text and data are based solely on
primary sources.
2011, Panzer Tracts, No ISBN,<36388-01-P-03> A4 Format, 80pp,
121 photos, New in card cover, CARD
£18.00
Military Modelling/Collecting
QF-1758 ~ THE PLASTIC MODELLER'S COMPENDIUM ~
by Kelvin Barber
A collection of original articles covering some of the most
interesting and important aspects of this hobby. Topics include
such areas as space and fantasy, car conversion, truck modelling,
aircraft conversion, tools and equipment, photography, resin kits,
dragsters and World War One biplanes.
1991, Argus Books Ltd, 1854860569,<35169-01-P-05> 140pp
£6.00
QF-1759 ~ MAKING MODEL SOLDIERS ~
by Michael Blake
The introduction covers the history and range of the hobby
through basic techniques, painting of commercial figures through
conversion and animation to making original figures in various
materials. All the techniques are explained with supporting and
amplifying line drawings in the text and photgraphs of models at
various stages and in their finished form.
1975, Stanley Paul, 00912400X,<29257-01-P-05> 144pp
illustrations, Ex Library with usual stamps and markings.Good, £6.00
QF-1760 ~ WARGAMING IN HISTORY: THE SECOND
ANGLO-BOER WAR ~ by Edwin Herbert
1899-1902. A study of the battles, weapons and tactics.
1990, Argus Books Ltd, 0806973277,<3821-01-P-05> 96pp,
illustrations, maps, prev owner sticker ow vg, CARD
£5.00
QF-1761 ~ SCALE MODEL FIGHTING VEHICLES ~
by K M Jones
A guide to collecting, building, converting and detailing model
tanks, armoured cars and trucks.
1972, Almark Publications, 0855240768,<15411-01-P-05> 80pp,
illustrations, drawings, ex lib. faded spine some wear .no d/w, £5.00
History & Development of Warfare
QF-1762 ~ 21ST CENTURY ARMY: ROLES:
MISSIONS: FUNCTIONS ~
Written from the perspective of the mid 1990s this volume looks
at the US Army for the next century. Its response to crisis - early
involvement, protection of forces and installations, decisive
operations and precision strikes. 21st Century Logistics alternative approaches, communication, capability, exploitation,
information and Information as a Target, Overseas presence,
roles and missions.
c1994, Vector Research, <24215-01-R-01> xiv + 77pp, tables,
storage wear only, CARD
£12.00
QF-1763 ~ JOURNAL OF THE SOCIETY FOR ARMY
HISTORICAL RESEARCH: VOL.LVII. SPRING 1979. NO.229
Papers include: The Letters of Lieutenant Edmund Goodbehere
18th Madras NI; Winter in the Crimea, extracts from the
62
1986, The Bodley Head, 0370307283,<21538-01-R-01> xii + 272pp,
135 photos, maps, index, Near fine in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1778 ~ WAR ~
by Gwynne Dyer
A study on the development of warfare, from the earliest times to
the present.
1985, Guild Publishing, Book Club edition, ,<21538-02-R-01> xii +
272pp, 135 photos, maps, index, g in spine faded d/w,
£6.00
QF-1779 ~ SCHWEIZER HEERESKUNDE ~
by Karl Egli
A detailed study of the Swiss Army prior to WWI. The author
was a colonel in the Swiss General Staff. German text
1912, Druck Verlag von Schulthe, <2779-01-R-01> xii + 367pp,
maps, tables etc, index, Grey cloth, red titles, pages browning,
otherwise good, Ger.text,
£10.00
QF-1780 ~ THE SUPER-STRATEGISTS: ~
by Colonel John R Elting
Great Captains, Theorists and Fighting men who have shaped the
history of warfare. The famous figures are here, including
Alexander, Caesar, Napoleon, Frederick, Clausewitz, Ghengis
Khan, Churchill along with Robert the Bruce, Gustavus
Adolphus of Sweden and Sun Tzu.
1987, W H Allen Publishing, 0491034474,<1790-01-R-01> 304pp,
Good. Dustjacket creased at edges. A few marks on page edges.
£12.00
QF-1781 ~ ON INFANTRY. ~
by John A English
The role of Infantry in the major wars of this century - its impact
and importance on the battlefield as well as the larger battle, and
how it shaped the world today
1981, Praeger Publishers, 0275914658,<21442-01-R-01> 208pp,
Good.Card covers creased, CARD
£14.00
QF-1782 ~ DARING TO WIN ~
by David Eshel
From World War One to the Gulf with background history of the
actions. The bulk of text concentrates on the operations
themselves, from Storm Troopers in shell torn France,the
invasion beaches of Commando and Ranger fame, the flak ridden
skies of low level bombing raids to the desert of Kuwait and Iraq.
1998, Cassell, 0304350532,<32641-01-R-01> 214pp illustrations,
mass market paperback.covers worn at edges, CARD
£9.00
QF-1783 ~ WARS OF THE 20TH CENTURY ~
by Susanne Everett and Brigadier Peter Young
The author traces the tragic conflicts of our time from World
War I to the Middle east and China in the 1980's. Illustrated with
over 800 photographs it also follows the developments in
weaponry and tactics.
1985, W H Smith, 086124261,<26007-01-R-01> 560pp, col and b/w
ills and photos, maps. Very heavy, Good in faded dw. Ex libris
sticker inside cover,
£10.00
QF-1784 ~ THE BRITISH LIGHT INFANTRY IN THE
EIGHTEENTH CENTURY ~ by Colonel J F C Fuller DSO
Facsimile edition published in 1991. No. 15 of 400 copies. The
development of Light Infantry in the British Army in the 18th
Century. The requirement for such troops became apparent in
the Seven Years War and was further re-inforced in the War in
America.
1991, T Wise, 1856740005,<24360-01-R-01> 255pp, illustrations,
appendices, Blue boards, slight rubbing. very good,
£46.00
XN-2728 ~ JAPANESE GENERALS 1926-1945 ~
by Richard Fuller
A unique and extensive record of more than 1,700 Imperial
Japanese Army Generals involved in the Manchurian, Chinese
and Pacific Wars. The book includes those involved with both the
military and bureaucratic aspects of running the army, details of
commands, locations, campaigns and war crimes plus details of
their swords. There is a table of the Military Command structure
at the time of the Japanese surrender in August and September
1945 plus lists of the Commanders of General Armies, Area
Armies, Armies, Divisions and Independent Mixed Brigades at
that time.
2011, Schiffer Publications, 9780764337543,<36280-01-R-01>
Large format, 464pp, 230 + b/w photos, New in d/w,
£59.95
QF-1771 ~ ENGLISH SAGA (1840-1940) ~
by Arthur Bryant
One hundred years of social evolution at a turning point in
England's existence. At the beginning it opens onto an old society
dying largely through it's inability to adapt itself to revolutionary
change but it is also a period when exploitation meets conscience.
The Great Exhibition ushered in the 1850s and was expected to
usher in a time of perpetual peace.
1942, Reprint Society, <23036-01-R-01> 344pp, Yellow boards
rubbed on spine.Ex libris sticker. Good,
£6.00
QF-1772 ~ ORDEAL BY FIRE: CANADA 1910 - 1945 ~
by Thomas Costain (Series Editor) and Ralph Allen
Volume Five of the Canadian History Series. Thirty Five years
during which Canada fought two world wars abroad and faced
social, political and economic upheavals at home. This volume
focuses on the men who shaped and were shaped by these
turbulent times. Laurier, Bourassa, Borden, Hughes, Mackenzie
King and many more.
1961, Doubleday, <35222-01-R-01> 492pp, Very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1773 ~ CENTURY OF CONFLICT: THE STRUGGLE
BETWEEN THE FRENCH AND BRITISH
IN COLONIAL AMERICA ~
by Thomas B Costain (Series editor) and Joseph Lister Rutledge
Volume 2 of the Canadian History Series. The story of the
struggle between France and England for control of the North
American continent from Frontenac's governorship of New
France through the French and Indian War to the fall of Quebec
in 1759. Heroic figures from both sides appear including
Montcalm and Wolfe, Frontenac, General Braddock, the Le
Moynes, young George Washington and William Johnson.
1956, Doubleday, <35223-01-R-01> 530pp, Good in d/w with Faded
spine. Prev. owner dedication,
£8.00
QF-1774 ~ THE EAGLE'S TALONS ~
by Colonel D M Drew and Doctor D M Snow
The American experience at war. includes The Revolution, The
War of 1812, The Civil War, the Mexican and Spanish-American
Wars, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam. The book examines
the strategic objectives of each conflict, the conduct of the
military, the development of technology and tactics.
1988, Air University Press, 1585660256,<4264-01-R-01> xx +
421pp, map, dust stained through storage, ow good, CARD £12.00
QF-1775 ~ THE MILITARY EXPERIENCE IN
THE AGE OF REASON ~ by Christopher Duffy
War in the Age of Reason and its impact on the participants.
Duffy examines what war meant to those involved. The
brutalities of the battlefield, the lives of officers and soldiers from
the formative conditions of their early years to their violent
deaths or retirement. The revolutionary change in the military
from medieval to modern structures and ways of thinking. Duffy
demonstrates that combat stress manifested itself in the 18th
Century in strikingly different ways from its modern equivalent.
1987, Routledge, Keegan & Paul, 0710210248,<28035-01-R-01>
346pp, bibliography, index, Very good in d/w,
£40.00
QF-1776 ~ BRAVE MEN AND GREAT CAPTAINS ~
by R Ernest & Trevor N Dupuy
A survey of American military achievements from the Revolution
to the Korean War, Bunker Hill to the Chosin Reservoir. The
author looks at the personalities and military leaders, and
provides a study of their battles, the successes and failures. An
assessment of every military leader from George Washington to
William F Dean.
1993, Nova Publications, 0963869221,<22519-01-R-01> xviii +
378pp, maps, bibliography, index, vg in slightly rubbed covers,
CARD
£8.00
QF-1777 ~ WAR ~
by Gwynne Dyer
A study on the development of warfare, from the earliest times to
the present. Looks at the rise of the mass army and the impact of
technology and the supposition that it is no longer a realistic
option for a modern industrial nation to resolve political conflicts
by war.
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personalities, from the Boer War to the end of World War II, to
show why the Australian soldier is unique.
1986, Macmillan, 0333414705,<12529-01-R-01> 288pp
illustrations, Very good in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1794 ~ A SHORT GUIDE TO CLAUSEWITZ ON WAR ~
by Roger Ashley Leonard
A comprehensive discussion on extracts from Clausewitz's
famous work 'On War' a standard which became the bible of the
19th century military. Meant make his writings easily accesible to
students by combining a comprehensive introduction with
extracts covering the most significant sections of his masterwork
which are of relevance today.
1967, Weidenfeld & Nicolson, <3126-01-R-01> 237pp, Good in
worn card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1795 ~ WAR ~
by Albert R Leventhal
War as seen by the camera from the Crimea to Vietnam. The
conflicts include the American Civil War, the Franco-Prussian,
Spanish-American and Russo-Japanese wars, WWI, the Spanish
Civil War, the Chinese Civil War, WWII and Korea,
1973, Hamlyn, 0600393046,<13319-01-R-01> 252pp, 300 photos,
large format, g in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1796 ~ REVOLUTIONARY ARMIES IN
THE MODERN ERA ~ by S P MacKenzie
Taking examples from a variety of places around the world from
mid-17th century to the 20th century the author provides a
historical and international perspective on armies arising out of
reactionary as well as revolutionary movements. Includes The
New Model Army in the English Civil War; the Continental
Army in the American War of Independence; French Republic
and the War of the First Coalition; Bolivar and the Liberation of
Gran Columbia; Voortreckers and the Zulu War; Taiping
Rebellion in China; Indian Mutiny; Spanish Civil War; WaffenSS in WWII; the Viet Cong 1960-75.
1997, Routledge, Keegan & Paul, 0415096901,<30071-01-R-01>
243pp, notes, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£38.00
QF-1797 ~ LA LIGNE MAGINOT: CE QU'ELLE ETAIT,
CE QU'IL EN RESTE ~ by Jean-Yves Mary
Named after French Minister of War André Maginot, La Ligne
Maginot was a line of concrete fortifications, tank obstacles,
artillery casemates, machine gun posts, and other defences, which
France constructed along its borders with Germany and Italy, in
light of its experience in World War I, and in the run-up to
World War II. The author describes with plans,maps and
extensive illustrations, conceptions and locations of the works.
French text.
1985, Editions Sercap, 2732102202,<36377-01-R-01> 355pp index,
illustrations, plans, maps, red faux leather padded boards. slight
rubbing on corners, Fr.text,
£60.00
QF-1798 ~ THE PATH TO LEADERSHIP ~
by FM Visc Bernard Montgomery
A study of Leadership and what is required to be a great leader.
Including such examples as Churchill, Alfred the Great,
Cromwell, Abraham Lincoln, and also general leadership
movements such as Communism, Youth and Industry.
1961, Collins, <938-01-R-01> 256pp, frontis, Good in worn d/w with
presentation gift label on inside cover. Foxing on ep,
£7.00
QF-1799 ~ DIE FALKEN DES KREML: DIE SOWJETISCHE
MILITARMACHT VON 1917 BIS HEUTE
by Michael Morozow
German text. History and profiles of the major soviet military
leaders from the revolution to the 1980s
1982, Langen Muller Verlag, 3784419089,<36248-01-R-01> 574pp,
photographs, endpaper maps, Good in good d/w. Some pencil marks
in text, Ger.text,
£10.00
QF-1800 ~ THE MILITARY REVOLUTION ~
by Geoffrey Parker
The impact of military innovation and the rise of Western power
between the 16th and 19th centuries. The author explains how
the Western nations controlled one third of the World by the
time of the French Revolution.
QF-1785 ~ THE BRITISH ARMY ~
by Jock Haswell
A comprehensive history of the British Army. Major Haswell
sketches its medieval background, but mainly concentrates on the
three hundred years of the regular army up to the 1970s. He
looks at the struggle against continental domination, the battle
for empire and remarkable characters like Marlborough,
Wellington and Montgomery
1975, Book Club Associates, <10626-01-R-01> 192pp, 176
illustrations, index, vg in d/w,
£10.00
QF-1786 ~ THE BRITISH ARMY IN THE 20TH CENTURY ~
by Ian V Hogg
Includes chapters on the impact of the South African War,
Uniforms, The Great War, transportion, ammunition, The
Second World War, and the post-WWII uneasy peace.
1986, Book Club Edition, <16321-01-R-01> 128pp, 240
illustrations, large format, vg in rubbed d/w,
£8.00
QF-1787 ~ THE BRITISH SOLDIER ~
by Matthew Holden
A study of the life and actions of the British Soldier from the
Norman Conquest to post-WWII.
1974, Wayland Publishers, 0853403856,<10630-01-R-01> 128pp, 7
col plates, 100 b/w illustrations, and photos, very good in good
d/w,
£8.00
QF-1788 ~ OPEN FIRE: ARTILLERY TACTICS FROM
MARLBOROUGH TO WELLINGTON ~ by B P Hughes
The author illustrates how Artillery was employed on the 18th
and 19th century battlefield. The book includes chapters on
Smooth-bore guns, organisation, command, control of small arms
fire, the Napoleonic Wars and siege warfare.
1983, Antony Bird, 09071319076,<25724-02-R-01> 150pp
£10.00
QF-1789 ~ DOES PEACE LEAD TO WAR? ~
by Matthew Hughes and Matthew S Seligmann
A study of Peace settlements and conflict in the modern age.
Many of the major wars of the twentieth century emerged from
the ruins of previous treaties. French hostility to the 1871 Treaty
of Frankfurt contributed to the climate that culminated in the
First World War and then German resentment of the Treaty of
Versailles created the conditions for Hitler's rise to power.
Likewise the Cold War had its roots in the outcome of the RussoGerman struggles of 1914-17 and 1941-5. Post 1945 conflicts such
as Korea, The Middle East and Indochina all originated in failed
peace settlements
2002, Sutton Publishing, 0750925140,<33070-01-R-01> 242pp,
biblio, index, New in d/w,
£15.00
QF-1790 ~ FAMOUS LAND BATTLES: FROM MEDIEVAL
TO MODERN TIMES ~ by Richard Humble
The book includes detailed accounts of some nineteen major
battles including Agincourt, Nasby, Blenheim, and Valmy, up to
the Six-Day War. Includes maps and
illustrations,
of the
uniforms and equipment.
1979, Artus/St.Michael, <16361-01-R-01> 184pp, 50 col & 125 b/w
illustrations, maps, large format, Good in rubbed and slightly edgeworn d/w,
£10.00
QF-1791 ~ POLITICS AND WAR: EUROPEAN CONFLICT
FROM PHILIP II TO HITLER ~ by David Kaiser
The author examines wars in Europe over a period of four
centuries from the wars of Religion to the World wars of the 20th
century.
1990, I . B. Tauris, 1850432465,<18349-01-R-01> 433pp, Stain on
front cover. No d/w, otherwise good,
£8.00
QF-1792 ~ WEAPONS OF WORLD WAR 3 ~
by William J Koenig
A study of the weapons and weapons systems used in land, sea,
air and space warfare in the late 1970s. Includes a chapter on the
possible future developments in warfare.
1981, Bison Books, 0861240758,<17624-01-R-01> 192pp, 350 col &
b/w illustrations, and photos. Large format, vg in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1793 ~ DIGGER ~
by John Laffin
The independence and resourcefulness of the Australian soldier.
The author brings together a collection of anecdotes and
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1988, Cambridge University Pres, 0521326079,<28148-02-R-01>
251pp, illustrations, diagrams, maps, Card covers, rubbed at edges.
Good, CARD
£8.00
QF-1801 ~ FIREARMS & FORTIFICATIONS: MILITARY
ARCHITECTURE AND SIEGE WARFARE IN
SIXTEENTH CENTURY SIENA ~
by Simon Pepper and Nicholas Adams
1525-1555, the military architecture and defences of Siena in the
16th Century. The authors trace the evolving relationship
bewtween technological innovations in firearms and advances in
Renaissance military siege warfare in Italy. They describe the
impact of Artillery on siege warfare and the defence of castles
and towns.
1986, Chicago Univ.Press, 0226005356,<5714-01-R-01> 245pp,
illustrations, maps & diagrams, Good in d/w,
£22.00
QF-1802 ~ LAST STAND! FAMOUS BATTLES
AGAINST THE ODDS ~ by Bryan Perrett
Thirteen heroic "Last Stands". Includes The Old guard at
Waterloo, The Alamo, Camerone, the Little Big Horn, Rorke's
Drift, Artillery Actions in the Great War, Wake Island, the
Bridge at Arnhem, and Imjin. Some were gloriously successful in
the face of overwhelming odds, others were gallant defeats.
1992, Arms & Armour Press, 0853689970,<8375-01-R-01> 224pp,
37 illustrations, 12 maps/plans,index, Good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1804 ~ THE TASTE OF BATTLE: FRONT LINE
ACTION 1914-1991 ~ by Bryan Perrett
Experiences of a live war situation. Bryan Perrett has created
twelve fictional soldiers, all based on recorded accounts, and put
them at the heart of familiar actions.
2001, Cassell, 0304358630,<28996-02-R-01> 255pp illustrations,
prev owner stamp inside cover ow vg, CARD
£5.00
QF-1803 ~ THE TASTE OF BATTLE: FRONT LINE
ACTION 1914-1991 ~ by Bryan Perrett
Experiences of a live war situation. Bryan Perrett has created
twelve fictional soldiers, all based on recorded accounts, and put
them at the heart of familiar actions.
2000, Cassell, 0304353019,<28996-01-R-01> 272pp, 16pp of
£9.00
QF-1805 ~ GUERILLA WARFARE ~
Edited byJohn Pimlott
Guerilla warfare has done much to shape the modern world and
remains a pressing problem. Illustrated with over 250
photographs and maps this books covers events in South-East
Asia and the impact of Mao Tse-Tung, Africa and the fight for
independence, Latin America, The Middle East and Europe
1985, Bison Books, 0861242254,<35174-01-R-01> 192pp
illustrations, Very good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1806 ~ MODERN ELITE FORCES ~ Edited byJohn Pimlott
Elite forces throughout the world, their training and missions
including the Royal Marines, US Navy SEALS, French GIGN,
the Israeli Paras at Suez, Jerusalem and Sinai, Rhodesian Selous
Scouts and Dutch Marines among others.
1991, Black Cat, 0748103066,<35168-01-R-01> 192pp illustrations,
maps, Prev owner stamp. Good,
£6.00
QF-1807 ~ THE SWORD OF SCANDINAVIA ~
by Ronald Tarnstorm
The Military History and Armed Forces of Denmark, Norway,
Iceland, Sweden and Finland. From the age of the Vikings to the
end of the Cold war. A unique work of reference. Hundreds of
weapons illustrations, uniforms, maps and photos.
1996, Trogen Publications, 0922037132,<26046-03-R-01> vi +
464pp, 400 illustrations, and photos, maps, tables, Fine in card
covers, CARD
£34.00
QF-1808 ~ POLAND AND THE BALTIC REPUBLICS ~
by Ronald L Tarnstrom
A study of the warfare of Poland and the Baltic republics. It
examines the tragic military history of some of the most ancient
peoples remaining in Europe. The book is part of a series written
as individual studies of the armed forces of each nation, not as
comparisons of their operations to those of the United States or
any other country. Thus, the viewpoint and terminology used are
those of the nation described in each volume. The topics covered
include: Polish Empire; Ukrainian War; Russo-Polish War;
Polish Campaign; Lithuanian Empire; Soviet and German
occupations; Latvian Civil War; Republic of Latvia; Latvians in
WWII; Estonia and the Russian Revolution; the Republic of
Estonia; and the Soviet occupation.
1990, Trogen Publications, 0922037043,<2146-03-R-01> 175pp,
illustrations, tables, 43 maps, drawings, large format, Red boards
rubbed. Good,
£40.00
QF-1809 ~ PRIMITIVE WAR ~
by Harry Holbert Turney-High
Originally published in 1949 this modern interpretaion is
considered to be years ahead of its time. The author's analysis of
the practice of primitive war focuses on organization. Weapons
he believed were of secondary importance. Societies approached
what he called the military horizon only to the extent that they
mastered social regimentation, discipline and tactics. below that
horizon, all was chaos and melee.
1991, University of South Carolina Press, 087249196X,<23356-01R-01> 288pp, Near fine in card covers, CARD
£28.00
QF-1810 ~ ANNALS OF A FORTRESS ~
by E. Viollet-le-Duc
One of the most famous books on fortifications and siege warfare
the author does not work with the usual dry explanations but
opts to place his narrative in an imaginary setting. He describes
the evolution of the city's defences as the ages progress. This
allows the story of siege warfare to be presented in a very
readable way.
1983, Arms & Armour Press, 0853685673,<36362-01-R-01> 390pp.
£10.00
QF-1811 ~ THE BRITISH CAVALRY ~
by Philip Warner
The history and campaigns of the British Cavalry from its
origins. Includes cavalry actions in The English Civil War,
Wellington's Cavalry, the 19th Century and the Empire, WWI,
and the cavalry's adaptation to modern warfare - still mounted,
but mechanised.
1984, J M Dent & Sons, 0460046179,<7406-01-R-01> x + 230pp, 20
col & 83 b/w illustrations, 6 maps, bibliography, index, vg in rubbed
d/w,
£12.00
QF-1812 ~ HISTOIRE DE L'ARMEE FRANCAISE ~
by General Maxime Weygand
The 1953 edition of Weygand's history first published in 1938,
revised to take account of WWII, the Liberation and post-war
developments. From the earliest times to the 1950s and the
French Army's involvement in Indo-China. Green boards, gilt
titles, small nick at top of spine, otherwise a very good copy in a
worn dustwrapper.
1953, Flammarion Paris, <28637-01-R-01> 475pp, numerous
illustrations, 12 colour plates, maps, large format, small beginings of
crack at top of spine ow vg, d/w, Fr.text,
£28.00
QF-1813 ~ A PLAN OF DISCIPLINE FOR THE USE
OF THE NORFOLK MILITIA ~
by William Windham and Viscount Townshend
One of the best 18th Century Drill books to have been published.
It rapidly became a classic and formed the basis of the drill used
by the Infantry of the American Army in the Revolutionary War.
Limited numbered edition.
1989, Museum Restoration Servic, 0919316567,<18232-01-R-01>
187pp, 49 illustrations, Number 594 of an edition limited to 700, vg
in d/w,
£45.00
Military Reports
QF-1814 ~ TANK DRIVING COMMANDS PREFERRED BY
ARMOR NONCOMMISSIONED OFFICERS ~
by David W Bessemer
Technical report 855. An official US Army study report. It was
from this research that a comprehensive list of commands was
recommended for use by NCO tank commanders.
1989, US Army Research Inst, <24249-01-R-02> x + 27pp + 40pp
appendices, tables, covers rubbed ow vg, CARD
£6.00
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been renumbered consecutively to prevent duplication or
confusion.
1996, Center Military History, 0160486572,<22215-01-R-02> Large
Format. 214pp maps tables, very good in slightly marked black
boards,
£40.00
QF-1823 ~ EVALUATION OF THE AIR/LAND BATTLE
MANAGEMENT ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
DEMONSTRATION ~ by Paul E McKeown
An official US Army Report - Research Product 94-07.
Demonstration Prototype Version 1.2: Knowledge Base
assessment of the Avenue of Approach generation Tool. The tool
generates avenues for advance based on location, objective and
force.
1994, US Army Research Inst, <24303-01-R-02> viii + 27pp, +
45pp appendicies, tables, diagrams, stapled covers, vg, CARD £6.00
QF-1824 ~ A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE ON
LIGHT INFANTRY ~ by Major Scott R McMichael
Combat Studies Institute. Research Survey No.6. The author
examines four Light Infantry forces operating in various settings,
the Chindits in Burma, Chinese troops in Korea, the Malayan
Emergency, the Borneo confrontation, and the First Special
Service Force in its battles in the mountains of Italy in WWII.
These examples are diverse in terms of time, areas of operation
and opposing forces yet thet reveal common characteristics of
light forces and their operations.
1987, US Govt Printing Office, <4913-01-R-02> xii + 237pp, photos,
maps, figs & tables, edgecreasing on cover, CARD
£12.00
QF-1825 ~ SINGLE-CHANNEL GROUND AND AIRBORNE
RADIO SYSTEM [SINCGARS] OPERATOR TRAINING
by Richard L Palmer
Research Report 1579. The official US army training evaluation
report on the combat radio system that replaced the existing US
Army combat radios. Examines the problem of increased
operator training requirement, the review of training, the
methods, and the initiatives to improve and shorten the time
taken.
1990, US Army Research Inst, <24205-01-R-02> xiii + 49 + 4pp,
tables, storage wear only, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1826 ~ TECHNIQUES & PROCEDURES TO IMPROVE
25MM GUNNERY OF THE BRADLEY FIGHTING VEHICLE
by Mike S Perkins
Research Report 1520.An official US Army study. Includes
Zeroing, Range Estimation, Aiming, Auxiliary Sight etc.
1988, US Army Research Inst, <24263-01-R-02> xiv + 57pp + 18pp
appendices, numerous tables and diagrams, covers rubbed . Good,
CARD
£6.00
QF-1827 ~ BRITISH DEFENCE DOCTRINE ~
by Right Hon. Michael Portillo MP Foreword
Joint Warfare Publication (JWP)0-01. With chapters on Security
and Defence, Strategic Considerations and British Military
Capability.
1996, The Stationary Office, 0855161507,<36235-01-R-02> 162pp
approx. maps, illustrations, very good, CARD
£10.00
QF-1828 ~ APPLICATION OF COMPUTERS TO LEARNING
IN THE COMMAND AND GENERAL STAFF COLLEGE
by Richard R Sandoval
Official US Technical Report 836. Analysis of Staff Officer
Knowledge - Skills and Sensibilities. Includes analysis of Staff
Officer functions, the numbers of staff functions that could be
taught by computer. Also data assessment and data
interpretation.
1989, US Army Research Inst, <24250-01-R-02> xi + 31pp + 64pp
appendices, large format, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1829 ~ PREDICTING TABLE VIII TANK GUNNERY
PERFORMANCE ~ by Monte D Smith and Joseph D Hagman
Technical Report 955. From M-COFT Hit Rate and
Demographic variables. An official US Army Report on the
ability to predict the performance of tank gunners.
appendices, large format, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1815 ~ PRIOR SERVICE SOLDIERS IN SPECIAL
FORCES ASSESSMENT AND SELECTION PROGRAM
by E J Brady and J E Brooks
Recruitment Issues. An official US Army Report on the
success/failure of the selection of soldiers with prior service
experience into the Special Forces recruitment and training
programme.
appendices, tables, covers rubbed ow vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1816 ~ SHOOTING WITH NIGHT VISION
GOGGLES AND AIMING LIGHTS ~
by Jean L Dyer and Seward Smith
Research Report 1678. A research report on the use of night
vision assistance resulting in better grouping and improved
perfomance.
1995, US Army Research Inst, <24401-01-R-02> xii + 40pp + 44pp
of appendices. drawings, tables, diagrams, storage wear, stapled
covers, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1817 ~ REVIEW OF DIVISIONAL
STRUCTURE INITIATIVES ~ by Pat Ford
Research Product 95-02. An official US Army research report.
The report analyses the previous studies on division structures to
determine how divisions evolved to their current status - all in
anticipation of the Army's need to reshape its combat
organizations.
1994, US Army Research Inst, <24234-01-R-02> viii + 23pp + 11pp
appendices, tables, storage wear,Very good, CARD
£6.00
QF-1818 ~ SIMULATOR SICKNESS IN VIRTUAL
ENVIRONMENTS ~ by Eugenia M Kolasinski
Technical report 1027. An official US Army technical study on
the impact of sickness whilst using Virtual Reality equipment
during training.
appendices, stapled covers, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1819 ~ PRECISION RANGE INTERGRATED
MANOEUVER EXERCISE [PRIME] USER'S GUIDE
by R E Kraemer and Milton E Koger
Research Product 91-05. An official US Army Report on the
Precision Range Integrated Maneuver Exercise device-based
training system, for use by armour and mechanized infantry
units in gunnery and tactical training. Evaluation of individual,
crew and platoon level.
1991, US Army Research Inst, <24253-01-R-02> ix + 25pp + 16pp
appendices, diagrams, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1820 ~ TANK PLATOON TRAINING USING P.R.I.M.E ~
by Ronald E Kraemer and Milton E Koger
Research Report 1542. An official US Army report on Tank
Platoon Training Using the Precision Range Integrated
maneuver Exercise (PRIME) System as Perceived by Company
Commanders. Provides an evaluation of the effectiveness of this
training system - the identification of deficiencies of the soldiers
and sub-unit commanders.
1989, US Army Research Inst, <24248-01-R-02> x + 22pp + 25 p
appendices, diagrams, covers rubbed ow vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1821 ~ TRAINING TECHNOLOGY FOR THE
OPERATIONAL LEVEL OF WAR ~
by Kenneth W Lucas and Patricia Harris
Research Report 1505. An official US Army research report on
the application of training [performance] for the US Army's
senior commanders at the operational level of war. Includes the
implications of the air-land battle, Corps level performance,
assumptions for operational training.
1988, US Army Research Inst, <24239-01-R-02> x + 39pp,
diagrams, vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1822 ~ BIENNIAL REPORTS OF THE CHIEF OF STAFF
OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY 1 JULY 1939-30 JUNE 1945
by George C Marshall
Reproduces in one volume the three biennial reports of General
George C Marshall to the Secretary of War. The Tables of
Contents has been reworked and the text, maps and tables have
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strategic operations and secondly, the role razvedka
(reconnaissance) played in the formulation and implementation
of Soviet plans. There is a detailed assessment of the role played
by razvedka in determining the strategic course of the war.
1990, Presidio Press, 0891413804,<7710-01-R-03> x + 262pp, maps,
Unread. Vg in rubbed and sltly creased d/w,
£15.00
QF-1838 ~ FAMOUS FEATS OF ESPIONAGE ~
by Leonard Gribble
From the 17th Century to WWII. Includes Edward Bancroft the triple agent during the American War of Independence, the
charlatan Trebitsch-Lincoln who could change his religion as
often as his allegiance, the fictional Major Martin RM - a corpse
carrying "secret" information washed ashore to be found by the
Germans, and Richard Sorge - one of the greatest spies of all
time.
1972, Arthur Barker, 0213164167,<21313-01-R-03> 153pp, vg in
rubbed and slightly edge-worn d/w,
£8.00
QF-1839 ~ SPIES AND SPYMASTERS ~ by Colonel Jock Haswell
In this vivid and wide-ranging history, Major Jock Haswell,
officially employed as the Author for Service Intelligence, reviews
the lives of the men and women who have achieved fame or
notoriety as spies, together with their handlers, the spymasters,
from Ancient Egypt to the 1970s. He shows that while the
principles and motives remain unchanged the centuries
technology is constantly progressing
1977, Thames & Hudson Ltd, 0500011788,<21220-01-R-03> 176pp,
110 illustrations, index, Good in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1840 ~ BRITISH INTELLIGENCE IN THE SECOND
WORLD WAR: VOLUME 1 ~ by F H Hinsley
1939 - Summer 1941. The Official and only reliable account yet
published of the part played by British Intelligence in the conduct
of Allied strategy and operations in the Second World War. The
authors were given unrestricted access to government intelligence
records and to political and military archives of the war and
inter-war years.
1979, HMSO, 0116309334,<21092-04-R-03> 601pp, New in d/w,
£20.00
QF-1841 ~ BRITISH INTELLIGENCE IN THE SECOND
WORLD WAR: VOLUME 5: STRATEGIC DECEPTION ~
by Professor Michael E Howard
This final volume covers the remarkable achievement in WWII
of British Intelligence's deception activities. Operation
Mincemeat; the double agent GARBO; the non-existent US Army
Group. These deception plans were co-ordinated by the W
committee - brought into being by the three directors of naval,
military and air intelligence without any authorisation and
accountable to no one. Deception was a major factor in the
Normandy battles' success.
1990, HMSO, 0116309547,<4100-01-R-03> 271pp, very good in
d/w,
£18.00
QF-1842 ~ THE INTELLIGENCE WAR ~
by Colonel William V Kennedy
A study of intelligence operations at the height of the Cold War.
Covers the Intelligence Organizations, Intelligence Exchange,
Espionage and Counter Espionage, Intelligence and Space,
Intelligence and Aviation, Intelligence and Land Warfare,
Intelligence and Sea warfare.
1983, Book Club Associates, <21533-01-R-03> 208pp, 300 col &
b/w illustrations, diagrams. Large format, Good in d/w,
£7.00
QF-1843 ~ GERMAN MILITARY INTELLIGENCE IN
WORLD WAR II: THE ABWEHR: ~ by Lauran Paine
The story of the Abwehr in WWII and Admiral Canaris, the
enigmatic man who commanded it until his arrest and execution
in the final months of the war. It was the Abwehr which supplied
Hitler with the information which they used in planning the
subjugation of Europe, whilst the organisation itself was headed
by a man who, at some point in his career (although when is open
to question), became an anti-Nazi.
1984, Robert Hale Ltd, 1st edition, 0709196288,<13350-01-R-03>
viii + 199pp, 16 photos, bibliography, index, vg in slightly fading
d/w,
£12.00
QF-1830 ~ INDIVIDUAL READY RESERVE [IRR] CALL-UP
SKILL DECAY ~ by Robert E Wisher et al
Research report 1595. An official US Army Report on the loss of
skill in the use of weapons by reservists. Looks at the units in
which the greatest loss was observed, and those units in which the
skill/knowledge loss was less.
1991, US Army Research Inst, <24228-01-R-02> x + 32pp + 46pp
appendices, tables, covers dust soiled ow vg, CARD
£6.00
QF-1831 ~ HELICOPTER SIMULATOR SICKNESS: STATE
OF THE ART REVIEW ON ITS INCIDENCE, CAUSES
AND TREATMENT ~ by Robert H Wright
Research report 1680. The official US Army study on the
problem: the problem arises from its lack of reporting and is
therefore underestimated for reasons detailed in the report.
1995, US Army Research Inst, <24204-01-R-02> x + 25pp, + 7pp
indices. table, vg, CARD
£6.00
Intelligence, Espionage, Reconnaissance
& Electronic Warfare
QF-1832 ~ SPIES IN THE PROMISED LAND: ISER HAREL
AND THE ISRAELI SECRET SERVICE ~ by Micel Bar-Zohar
The story of Iser Harel's life and accomplishments is to a great
extent the story of the Israeli Secret Service. This biography
takes us up to the time of his resignation on March 25, 1963.
Since then, from 1965-1966, he acted as special advisor on
matters of intelligence and security, thereafter he became a
member of the Knesset.
1972, Davis -Poynter, 0706700333,<36243-01-R-03> 292pp, Good.
Black boards. No d/w,
£8.00
QF-1833 ~ MEMOIRS OF A BRITISH AGENT ~
by Sir R H Bruce Lockhart KCMG
A contemporary account of the author's experiences as a "British
Agent" in Russia. He was imprisoned, and came close to being
shot by the Soviet Revolutionary Regime.
1938, Putnam, <14593-01-R-03> xi + 355pp, index, endpapers
removed, cloth covers a little stained, g,
£13.00
QF-1834 ~ THE SECRET WAR ~
by Sanche de Gramont
The story of international espionage since the end of World War
II in 1945, from the viewpoint of the 1960s and the worsening
Cold War.
1962, Andre Deutsch, <769-01-R-03> 515pp, index, red cloth, spine
faded, vg,
£10.00
QF-1835 ~ THE DICTIONARY OF ESPIONAGE ~
by Christopher Dobson and Ronald Payne
Spies and Spy Chiefs from the beginning of WWII to the 1980s.
This is an alphabetical listing of their careers and lives, the
countries and organisations they worked for. The book not only
includes such notable traitors as Burgess, Maclean, Philby and
Klaus Fuchs, but also the spycatchers including the legendary
William Skardon
1984, Harrap & Co Ltd, 0245542019),<16969-01-R-03> xiv +
234pp, appendices, bibliography, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1836 ~ US ARMY SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE IN WORLD
WAR II: A DOCUMENTARY HISTORY ~
by James L Gilbert and John P Finnegan
An overview into US Army Signals Intelligence in World War II.
The book includes an examination of the failure of US SIGINT
activities prior to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the
cracking of the Japanese diplomatic, Army and Air Force codes,
ULTRA and its use in the South West Pacific, and the application
of Tactical COMINT in the latter years of the war, particularly
in planning the invasion of Europe.
1993, US Govt Printing Office, 0160378168,<16849-01-R-03> xii +
237pp, illustrations, very good in rubbed covers, CARD
£20.00
QF-1837 ~ THE ROLE OF INTELLIGENCE IN SOVIET
MILITARY STRATEGY IN WORLD WAR II ~
by David M Glantz
Two principal issues are addressed: firstly the nature of Soviet
wartime military strategy as reflected by Soviet conduct of
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1993, Private Publication, <26786-02-R-03> 813pp + 210pp,
numerous illustrations, Two volumes: Vol 1 hard cover with d/w,
Vol 2 card cover,
£49.00
QF-1850 ~ BLETCHLEY PARK AIR SECTION ~
by Wing Commander John Stubbington
Signals Intelligence support to RAF Bomber Command,
Combined Bombing Offensive, 1943-1945, with the 8th US Army
Air Force. Includes Y-Service Special Intelligence and No. 100
(Bomber Support) Group Radio Countermeasures. An
examination of the connection between Bletchley Park and the
Combined Bombing Offensive, particularly the Y-Service and
Radio Countermeasures. The operational connection between
them has hitherto remained obscure. With a Foreword by Sir
Arthur Bonsall, KCMG, a founder member of the Air Section at
Bletchley and subsequently Director at GCHQ (1973/78)
2007, Minerva Associates, 9780955712005,<35219-01-R-03> A4
format, 140pp, numerous table, b/w photos, New, CARD
£17.00
QF-1851 ~ THE RETURN OF THE DARK INVADER ~
by Captain Franz von Ritelen
Von Rintelen was a German Naval Intelligence officer in the
United States during World War I. This second part of his
memoirs is an account of many of the political events in Europe
from 1921 onwards revealed at first hand through his
connections with the principal figures involved. He tells of the
runaway hyper inflation of 1923 and witnessed the rise of Hitler
and the National Socialists. Much of the secret history of the
growth of the new Germany is told here. Stamped 'Colonial
Edition' on inside cover.
1941, Peter Davies, <3415-01-R-03> 266pp, d/w torn and foxed.
Foxing on page edges,very light on some pages. Good,
£6.00
QF-1844 ~ THEIR TRADE IS TREACHERY ~
by Chapman Pincher
The penetration of Britain's Security by agents of the Soviet Bloc.
Legendary expert on intelligence affairs, Chapman Pincher,
looks at the moles, super-moles, and known traitors. He pays
special attention to Sir Roger Hollis, Director General of MI5,
Britain's security service in the 1960s. Renegade British counterintelligence agent, Peter Wright, alleged that Hollis was the socalled 'Fifth Man' in the notorious Soviet spy ring consisting of
the British traitors, Guy Burgess, Donald MacLean, Kim Philby
and Anthony Blunt.
1981, Sidgwick and Jackson, 0283987812,<21228-01-R-03> x +
240pp, illustrations, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£9.00
QF-1845 ~ ULTRA AND THE ARMY AIR FORCE
IN WORLD WAR II ~ Edited by Diane T Putney
An interview with Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court,
Lewis F Powell Jr. The experiences of a USAAF Intelligence
Officer and his views on "Special Intelligence" (Ultra) Includes a
study of the US Intelligence Service Ultra Mission plus a selection
of reports, memoranda and notes compiled from Ultra intercepts.
A scarce hardback edition.
1987, USAF Warrior Studies, ,<4992-01-R-03> xiv + 197pp, photos,
very good in blue boards,
£40.00
QF-1846 ~ ENIGMA AND ITS ACHILLES HEEL ~
by Major Hugh Skillen
A scarce volume providing further insights into Enigma in
WWII. The book includes Lt. Colonel Langer's report on the
Battle of France, a history of the Enigma Machine, the personal
experiences of a German Enigma/Geheimschreiber operator
including the Russian Front and the Alpine Redoubt, the capture,
interrogation and escape of Gustave Bertrand, German facsimile
of the Enigma Cipher Machine instructions and more. The
author spent four wartime years in wireless intercept with MI8,
spending a year at Bletchley Park between D-Day and VE Day
1992,Private Publication, 0951519026,<12922-01-R-03> x + 225pp,
26 illustrations, drawings & maps, As new in d/w,
£44.00
QF-1847 ~ KNOWLEDGE STRENGTHENS THE ARM ~
by Major Hugh Skillen
Experiences in the "Y" Service. Includes H-T Schmidt who
supplied the technical information which allowed the Poles,
French and British to construct and operate the Enigma
equipment, The Oslo Report, a Verbatim account of the Wansee
conference and the De-Nazification of Radio Hamburg 1945-6.
The author spent four wartime years in wireless intercept.
1992, Major Skillen, 0951519018,<10470-01-R-03> 420pp, 50
photos, vg in d/w,
£38.00
QF-1848 ~ SPIES OF THE AIRWAVES: A HISTORY
OF Y SECTIONS. ~ by Major Hugh Skillen
The British Radio Interception in WWII. This is an account of
the Special Wireless Groups, Companies and Sections and the
Wireless Interception Units and recounts their activities in the
Western Desert, Tunisia, Sicily, Italy and N.W. Europe, as well as
those in Burma. Signals Intelligence was a vital tool for the Allies
in WWII. This is the most comprehensive history of 'Y' Service
yet published. The author spent four wartime years in wireless
intercept.
1989, Private Publication, 095151900X,<5497-02-R-03> iix +
586pp, illustrations, maps, bibliography, index, Dustjacket creased
and marked. Boards and text very good,
£40.00
QF-1849 ~ THE BEAUMANOR STAFF MAGAZINE ('BSM') ~
Edited by Hugh Skillen
WWII wit and humour from the staff magazine of the War
Office Y Group (WOYG) who intercepted Enigma and other
transmissions for the code breakers at Bletchley Park. It was an
odd unit composed of civilian Special Wireless Operators, ATS
assistants and Royal Signals personnel. This is a compilation of
the jokes, limericks, poetry, essays and cartoons that saw them
through. includes the Gospel of St Upid told in the language of
Pepys. This very scarce set consists of the original facsimile 800+
page hardback plus a 210 page card covered supplement
Battles & Battlefields
QF-1852 ~ THE BATTLE OF HASTINGS ~
by Jim Bradbury
This book covers the military development of the Normans and
Saxons prior to 1066, detailing differences in tactics and arms
and armour. This is followed by a move by move reconstruction
including advance planning, site and composition of both armies.
In looking at the consequences the author deals with the conquest
of England and the on-going resistance to the Normans.
1998, Sutton Publishing, 075091291X,<31786-01-S-01> 278pp.
illustrations, .maps, Fine in very good d/w,
£8.00
QF-1853 ~ BATTLEFIELD WALKS: THE NORTH ~
by David Clark
A guide to the battlefields in northern Britain, with descriptions
of locations of the Wars of the Roses and the English Civil War,
as well as the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066 and the Battle of
Standard in 1138.
1994, Sutton Publishing, 0750902590,<20108-01-S-01> 190pp,
illustrations, maps, vg in card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1854 ~ THE BATTLE OF HASTINGS: THE FALL OF
ANGLO- SAXON ENGLAND ~ by Harriet Harvey Wood
The date of the battle of Hastings, 14 October, 1066, is probably
the most famous in English history. This book brings to life the
world of Harold the King and Duke William in a compelling
narrative history that reads as vividly as reportage. By all the
laws of probability, King Harold ought to have won the battle of
Hastings without difficulty and to have enjoyed a peaceful and
enlightened reign. That he did not was largely a matter of sheer
bad luck. The result could just as easily have gone the other way.
2008, Atlantic Books London, 9781843548072,<36327-01-S-01>
257pp illustrations, Fine in protected d/w,
£8.00
QF-1855 ~ THE FORGOTTEN BATTLE OF 1066: FULFORD ~
by Charles Jones
Eight months after Harold II's succession in January 1066, the
Viking King of Norway, Harald Hardrada, launched a major
invasion of England. 300 Viking longboats with 8,000 Viking
warriors sailed up the Ouse to Ricall, south of York. On 20th
September, just 3 weeks before Hastings, King Harold's immense
68
northern English army under the Earls of Mercia and
Northumbria gave battle at Fulford.
2006, Tempus, 0752438107,<36326-01-S-01> 254pp maps and
genealogical tables, As new in protected d/w,
£10.00
QF-1856 ~ DISCOVERING BATTLEFIELDS OF
ENGLAND AND SCOTLAND ~ by John Kinross
The battlefields of Britain are a neglected part of our national
heritage. A few have visitor centres, and efforts have been made
to explain what happened at the battle, but many have no more
than a monument, to commemorate the valour of combatants and
the lives lost, centuries ago. In this book the author describes
sixty-nine battles that took place on English or Scottish soil. He
sets each battle in its historical context, describes the action in
relation to the landscape and gives a guide to the site as it is
today.
1998, Shire Publications, 0747803706,<8395-02-S-01> 184pp,
Faded front cover ow very good, CARD
£4.00
QF-1857 ~ GREAT COMMANDERS AND THEIR BATTLES ~
by Anthony Livesey
Introduction by Major-General Sir Jeremy Moore. Twenty of
history's greatest battles and the commanders who won them.
The book reconstructs each battle with weaponry, formations
and uniforms used by each side. 2000 years of history from
Alexander the Great and the Battle of Guagamela to Moyshe
Dayan and the Sinai Campaign. Battles include Genghis Khan
and the Battle of the Indus, the Battle of Agincourt, Marlborough
at the Battle of Oudenarde,Napoleonics at Wagram and
Salamanca, Chancellorville, Battles of World War Two and
Korea.
1993, Courage Books, 1561383309,<9016-01-S-01> 200pp.
illustrations, maps, Dustjacket repaired, Faded spine. Boards and
text very good. Stamp on inside ep,
£9.00
QF-1858 ~ GREAT BATTLES OF THE 20TH CENTURY ~
Edited byBarry Pitt
From the Victorian infantry battles in the South African veldt, to
the land and air actions fought by Israeli forces in the Sinai. The
book studies the ebb and flow of battles on land, sea and air in
World wars I and II. It goes on to look at the first jet versus jet
dog-fights in the Korean War, and actions in South East Asia
including Dien Bien Phu, and the Tet Offensive in Vietnam.
Problems of command and communication are also examined.
1977, Hamlyn, <30148-01-S-01> 384pp, numerous illustrations,
inc colour, maps, index, large format, g in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1861 ~ FIRST AID TO THE INJURED:
THE AUTHORISED TEXTBOOK OF THE ST.
JOHN AMBULANCE ASSOCIATION ~
Published by the St John Ambulance Association. 39th edition,
8th impression. With information on identifying and treating
injuries, this is an interesting contemporary publication from the
year World War II broke out.
1939,<3658-01-X-01> 294pp. diagrams. fold-out skeletal drawing of
bones and arteries, very good. Black boards. silver titles. Slight
fading to spine,
£5.00
QF-1862 ~ THE BRITISH DOMINIONS YEAR BOOK, 1916 ~
Published by The British Dominions General Insurance
Company of London, this fascinating little volume includes
chapters on The First Year of the War, The Imperial Navy, and
The Cost of the War. Other topics under the heading 'Our
Empire Heritage' include 'British Opportunities in Russia', 'The
Economic Outlook for Germany', 'The Imperial Government'
and 'The Countries of the World'. Light blue boards with silver
lettering plus logo, black spine lettering.
1916,<33057-01-X-01> 336pp, 3 col and 1 b/w folding maps,
coloured and b/w plates, figures, index, good in marked blue boards,
stamp & inscription at ffep,
£12.00
QF-1863 ~ THE WONDER BOOK OF THE ARMY ~
Second edition. Contents include Trooping the Colour, Infantry
on the Line, the Royal Engineers, King's African Rifles and The
Women Services. No date but previous owner dated 1959. Plate
on page 112 has a medal ribbon cut out leaving rectangle in the
middle of the page. Water stain on 2 back pages with usual wear
on boards.
c1959, Ward Lock Ltd, <35221-01-X-01> 224pp. col and bw
illustrations,
£5.00
QF-1864 ~ BRITISH LEATHER:
A RECORD OF ACHIEVEMENT ~ by H.Pearl Adam
A profile of the contribution the leather industry made during
the Second World War. Its main use was in boots but it could
also be found in many parts of standard military uniforms and
flying kit. Leather was used in over 100 companents of the
Cromwell Tank, first aid equipment, even the anklets of carrier
pigeons. An interesting profile.
1946, Batsford, <36345-01-X-01> 82pp illustrations, Good. Cream
covers marked.browing at edges,
£10.00
QF-1865 ~ GERMAN BUNKERS IN DENMARK ~
by Jens Anderson and Rudi Rolf
A survey of the 3,800 solid concrete fortifications constructed by
the German armed forces on Danish soil in World War II. With
historical introductions, a full typological survey of all bunkers
constructed and planned. Also includes a full geographical survey
with detailed maps, details of planning, construction and
constructors, headquarters and command posts, operations, what
is left?, German terminology and abbreviations, index of
geographical names and German code-names
2006, PRAK Publishing, No ISBN,<33944-02-X-01> Large format,
240pp, 106 photos, 82 maps, 185 bunker plans, New in illustrated
boards,
£34.99
QF-1866 ~ A VILLAGE IN CHELSEA ~
by David Ascoli
The Royal Hospital Chelsea, founded in 1681 by King Charles II
and constructed under the direction of Sir Christopher Wren, as
a home for old soldiers. Effectively a small self-contained village.
It has survived scandals, mis-management and two world wars,
to become one of the best loved British institutions.
1974, William Luscombe, 0860020371,<24411-01-X-01> 224pp,
illustrations, index, vg in rubbed d/w,
£7.00
QF-1867 ~ SURVIVALIST'S MEDICINE CHEST ~
by Ragnar Benson
From his years in the Third World, Benson brings you this
handbook for alternative healing using veterinary drugs that are
often identical to prescription drugs. Tetanus, typhoid and gunwound infections will never again strike fear in the hearts of
survivalists who pack this illustrated handbook in with their
antibiotics, syringes, sulfa drugs, sewing needles and sutures
Other Topics
QF-1859 ~ 2002 FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE: THE
ROYAL ALBERT HALL SATURDAY 9TH NOVEMBER ~
Souvenir programme. Includes the programme of events for 2002
including prayers and hymns for the service and details of The
Muster which that year included the Royal Irish Guards, the
Queen Alexandra Royal Army Nursing Corps and Royal Naval
Nursing service, The Gurkha Officers and The Royal Air Force
Volunteer reserve among others. The programme's sponsors are
credited in their dedication advertisements at the back of the
programme.
2002, Royal British Legion, <35180-01-X-01> 37pp. illustrations,
A4 format. very good, CARD
£5.00
QF-1860 ~ DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DICTIONARY
OF MILITARY AND ASSOCIATED TERMS ~
This reference book also incorporates the NATO Glossary of
Terms and Definitions. It provides a comprehensive listing of all
US and NATO military terms during the late 1980s, the period
just prededing the fall of the Soviet Union.
1989, US Govt Printing Office, Joint Services Publication, ,<1045201-X-01> viii + 403pp, covers rubbed with small tear on top front.
Good, CARD
£18.00
69
1982, Paladin Press, 0873642562,<25453-01-X-01> Small
pocketbook. 80pp. 29 photos, new in card covers, CARD
£12.00
QF-1868 ~ THE ARMY CALLED IT HOME ~
by W Brown
The officer quarters, barracks, mess halls, and buildings of the
garrisons of the US Army of the 19th Century. Also the Cadet
Rooms at West Point Military Academy. With Contemporary
illustrations, and anotated photos illustrating barrack life from
the East to the Frontier.
1992, Thomas Publications, 0939631423,<12836-01-X-01> 232pp,
212 photos, 36 drawings, illustrations, maps, large format, pictorial
boards, minor rubbing through storage, vg,
£15.00
QF-1869 ~ GREAT SOLDIERS' TALES ~
by Field Marshal, Lord Michael Carver (Editor)
Short stories from military life by many well known authors
including, Nicholas Monsarrat, H. E. Bates, Rudyard Kipling,
Count Leo Tolstoy, C. S. Forester, H. G. Wells and Sir Arthur
Conan Doyle.
1990, Bellew Publishing, 094779252X,<35214-01-X-01> 217pp,
Prev. owner bookplate. Very good,
£8.00
QF-1870 ~ PATRICK O'BRIAN: CRITICAL APPRECIATIONS
AND A BIBLIOGRAPHY ~ Edited byA E Cunningham
A compilation of essays in appreciation of Patrick O'Brian's
writing. With contributions from academics, historians and
others including N. A. M. Rodger, Brian Lavery, Richard Ollard,
John Bayley, William Waldegrave and Charlton Heston. Also
contains O'Brian's short story, Samphire, and his only
autobiographical essay. With a comprehensive bibliography, this
is a copy of the trade edition, printed and bound by Redwood
Books, Trowbridge, and limited to 1000 copies.
1994, British Library Pubs, 1st edition, 0712310703,<29987-01-X01> 175pp, 4 plates, numerous vignettes, vg in d/w,
£25.00
QF-1871 ~ A MIND ON THE MARCH ~
by Somerset de Chair
A collection of musings, reminiscences, essays, articles and poems
mainly concerned with the Middle East but not bound in time.
Includes Palestine in A.D.33 walking in the footsteps of Jesus of
Nazareth, Napoleon at Acre overlaying the footprint of Richard
the Lionheart, the death of Queen Elizabeth and Helena of Abu
Sinan. Collected by, and in many cases composed, by the author.
1945, Faber & Faber, <18619-01-X-01> 125pp ills, Light boards
faded on spine. text bright, prev owner name and date on endpaper,
£6.00
QF-1872 ~ GREAT SOLDIERS OF THE TWO WORLD WARS
by H A De Weerd
Examines the contribution of Schlieffen, Hindenburg, Hoffmann,
Kitchener, Lawrence, Pershing, Petain, Gamelin, Churchill,
Wavell, Seekt and Hitler to the development of warfare.
1943, Robert Hale Ltd, <32982-01-X-01> 260pp illustrations, red
boards . prev owner inscr. vg for dates,
£6.00
QF-1873 ~ BRITISH FOREIGN POLICY 1660 - 1672 ~
by Keith Feiling
First published in 1930, this is considered to be a stimulating
treatment of the complicated foreign policy of the first half of the
reign of Charles II. The conflicting views of the poeple,
Parliament and the King are examined and the author describes
the perennial difficulties of the Stuarts in obtaining from
Parliament the means of carrying out any effective foreign policy.
1968, Frank Cass, <15500-01-X-01> 385pp, Ex school library.
Dustjacket browning. Text clean. Good,
£14.00
QF-1875 ~ THE WONDER BOOK OF SOLDIERS FOR BOYS
AND GIRLS ~ Edited by Harry Golding
Fourth edition c.1920. Contents include The Life of a Soldier,
Modern Warfare including Trench Warfare, Medals and
decorations, Heroes of Anzac. Plates including Raiding the
Zeppelin sheds in Germany, the Battle of Loos. Front endpaper
missing and hinge canvas showing. This edition has 6 double page
and over 300 other illustrations, The page edges are browning
but the text appears to be otherwise clean and unmarked.
c1920, Ward Lock Ltd, <35220-02-X-01> 264pp. illustrations,
£10.00
QF-1876 ~ THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS:
SOVIET RUSSIA 1917/67 ~ by Ian Grey
The history of Russia during the period which saw the
transformation of a vast backward nation into a great modern
power. An interpretation of the Soviet outlook and policies
related to Russia's history.
1967, Hodder & Stoughton, 0340025581,<30104-01-X-01> 558pp,
16 illustrations, 8 maps, notes, bibliography, index, g in rubbed,
faded and edge-worn d/w,
£12.00
QF-1877 ~ DICTIONNAIRE DE TERMES D'ARTILLERIE
TOME II. FRANCAIS-ITALIEN-ANGLAIS ~
by Edward S Hodson
A useful dictionary of it's time. From the obvious 'Bomb- bombabombe' to the rather more technical such as 'aiming post - asta di
mira-jalon de pointage' and 'Elevating sleeve -chiocciola del
congegno di punteria - de pointage en hauteur' among hundreds
of other words and expressions.
1918, Charles Griffin & Co, <35175-01-X-01> 108pp, Very small
pocket book. very good in blue boards with white titles,
£5.00
QF-1878 ~ TRI-LINGUAL ARTILLERY DICTIONARY
VOLUME 1.ENGLISH-FRENCH-ITALIAN ~
by Edward S Hodson
A useful dictionary of specialist terms, from the obvious 'Bombcirculaire-piastra di serramento' amongst many hundreds of
other words and expressions.
1918, Charles Griffin & Co, <35176-01-X-01> 92pp, very small
pocket book. Very good in red boards with white titles,
£5.00
QF-1879 ~ FROM HAVERSACK TO CHECKOUT COUNTER
by Doctor Michael E Hucles
Published by the US Army Troop Support Agency. The history of
the US Army's Commissary System from the Revolutionary War
to the later 1980s.
1991,<24241-01-X-01> xi + 140pp, 57 illustrations, large format,
brown card covers rubbed, Good, CARD
£15.00
QF-1880 ~ OSWALD: ASSASSIN OR FALL GUY? ~
by Joachim Joesten
An important book on the Kennedy assassination, raising
Questions and doubts on the Oswald case. This is the revised
edition containing a new documentary section and the author's
detailed critique of the Warren Report.
1964, Merlin Books, <30245-01-X-01> 206pp + 16 page
documentary section, Scarce. grey cloth, g,
£12.00
QF-1881 ~ THE AMERICANS AT WAR ~ by William J Koenig
A military history of the United States of America and the wars
fought from the colonial period to Vietnam.
1980, Bison Books, 0861240014,<17975-01-X-01> 352pp, 50 col &
650 b/w illustrations, maps, large format, Good in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
QF-1882 ~ OLIVE GREEN HOME TRUTHS : HOW ARMY
SUFFERS FROM COLONIAL HANGOVER ~ by N Kunju
The author considers the burden of the colonial hangover within
the Indian Army. The need for changes in outlook, social
readjustment and a sense of dedication to the country above
regimental loyalties and service affiliations.
1993, Reliance Publishers, 8185972516,<24556-01-X-01> 118pp.
drawings. insignia, Good in worn d/w,
£15.00
QF-1874 ~ THE WONDER BOOK OF SOLDIERS FOR BOYS
AND GIRLS ~ Edited by Harry Golding
Contents include, Recruitment, Badges, 'What a battle is like',
The Army in India, Signalling and Learning to shoot. 2nd
edition, no date but the dedication is dated 1915. Only 3 of the 11
listed colour illustrations, are still there. The illustrated boards
are very rubbed around the edges. Internally, a previous owner
has taped the front and back hinges. The pages edges are
browning and there are a few odd fox spots on the page but in the
main the text is clean and unmarked.
c1915, Ward Lock Ltd, <35220-01-X-01> 264pp,
£6.00
70
1992, Pitkin Pictorials, 9780853724506,<23049-01-X-01> 32pp
col.ills, New in card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1891 ~ SOLDIER, SOLDIER ~
by Tony Parker
The British Soldier of the Modern Army. The views of the new
recruit and the senior general, what they thought of their
postings such as Northern Ireland, the views of their wives,
promotion, the RSM and the officers.
1985, William Heinemann, 0434577707,<21526-01-X-01> x +
244pp, Good in d/w,
£8.00
QF-1892 ~ THE MAGIC OF A NAME: THE ROLLS-ROYCE
STORY (THREE VOLUME SET) ~ by Peter Pugh
Presented in three volumes, this is the complete history of the
iconic organisation, renowned for its quality and engineering
excellence. All volumes include numerous b/w photos and
illustrations, Part One: The First Forty Years. 340pp, ISBN
1840461519, published 2000. Part Two: The Power Behind the
Jets. 342pp, ISBN 1840462841, published 2001. Part Three: A
Family of Engines. 338pp, ISBN 1840464054, published 2002. All
volumes are presented in dustwrappers and are in fine condition.
Icon Books, <36341-01-X-01> , Fine in d/w,
£50.00
QF-1893 ~ GUINNESS BOOK OF MILITARY BLUNDERS ~
by Geoffrey Regan
Disasters, famous last words - "well don't worry about it" as said
by an American officer at Pearl Harbor observing blips on the
radar screen, problems - such as opening the ammunition boxes
to find they contain biscuits when surrounded by African
Tribesmen. Some blunders end in tragedy, some in farce.
1993, Guinness Publishing, 0851129617,<17350-01-X-01> 192pp,
50 illustrations, Good in card covers, CARD
£6.00
QF-1894 ~ ATLANTIC WALL TYPOLOGY ~
by Rudi Rolf
English/French/German text. Signed by the author. This latest
edition offers more than preceding editions inasmuch as it
features non official and thinner bunkers (less than 100cm
concrete thickness), as well as standard heavy bunkers. Packed
with plans of the structures as well as many photographs the
book is presented in a convenient pocket format making it
convenient to field researchers.
2008, PRAK Publishing, <35085-01-X-01> Small format (11 x 14
cm), 432pp, c350 b/w photos, plans & maps, New in card cover,
Eng/Fr/Ger.text, CARD
£21.00
QF-1895 ~ THE BATON: AN HISTORICAL STUDY
OF THE MARSHALATE ~ by Wilfred Charles Rundle
The origins of the Marshal and Field-Marshal in Great Britain,
Germany, Austria and France. Pencil additions to margins and
appendices by previous owner. Published c.1949.
c1949, William Clowes & Sons, <36312-01-X-01> 81pp, Red
boards. Faded spine,
£8.00
QF-1896 ~ THE OFFENSIVE (A SOVIET VIEW) ~
by A A Sidorenko
A study by the Red Army on offensive operations: the defeat of
the enemy, the breakthrough and pursuit, fording rivers, night
attack and the employment of nuclear weapons. First published
in Moscow 1970. Translated and published under the auspices of
USAF.
1970,<9650-01-X-01> x + 228pp, tables, Good in slightly creased
card covers, CARD
£18.00
QF-1897 ~ GREAT NEGOTIATIONS ~
by Fredrik Stanton
Words have shaped the course of history, whether to avert,
resolve, assist, or secure the outcome of a conflict. Diplomacy in
the modern age has had great triumphs and bitter failures, from
the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962, which narrowly spared
humanity from a nuclear Armageddon, to the Treaty of
Versailles after World War I, which created problems that still
confront us today. The author recounts eight key episodes in
modern diplomacy, from Benjamin Franklin securing crucial
French support for the American revolution, to Reagan and
Gorbachev laying the groundwork to eliminate an entire class of
nuclear weapons.
2010, Pen & Sword, 9781594160998,<36270-01-X-01> 304pp,
£19.99
QF-1883 ~ MEDIEVAL CATALOGUE ~
London Museum
Nearly one thousand items from combs to cooking pots, dagger
sheaths to pilgim badges are illustrated in the catalogue, of value
not only to the specialist but to anyone interested in social and
domestic life between the 11th and 16th centuries.
1976, HMSO, <36079-01-X-01> 319pp extensively illustrated,
Bookplate inside cover. Good in like d/w,
£30.00
QF-1884 ~ THE EDUCATION OF AN ARMY: BRITISH
MILITARY THOUGHT 1815-1940 ~ by Jan Luvaas
Second edition of the first history to be written of the
development and continuity of British military thought between
1815 and 1940 seen through the work and influence of eleven
writers, military and civilian. They include Sir William Napier,
Major-General J F C Fuller, Captain B H Liddell Hart and
Colonel G F R Henderson.
1970, 0304937266,<36285-01-X-01> 454pp, very good in rubbed
d/w,
£10.00
QF-1885 ~ MEDICAL RELIEF IN EUROPE ~
by Melville D Mackenzie M.D.
Monograph depicting the post-war medical picture based on
experiences at the end of the First World War where more people
died in the 3 years following the war from famine and
preventable diseases than during the war itself. The author
discusses population movement, sources of relief material. With
estimations of malnutrition sufferers and food distribution plus
controlling the spread of diseases such as Malaria and epidemics
such as Typhus, Cholera and Smallpox.
1943, Royal Inst. Int. Affairs, <35158-01-X-01> 67pp, vg in
laminated paper cover. Prev.owner stamp inside cover, CARD £8.00
QF-1886 ~ LIFE IN A LONGHOUSE ~
by Hedda Morrrison
A village under one roof, the home of the Iban people of Borneo.
Groups of Longhouses would generally band together under one
leader. The house had three parts - a long communal room
occupying half the house, the other half being the walled off room
of the family. Outside was a long verandah used for drying
clothes and other household activities. Photo captions are in
English with Chinese, Malay and Iban translations.
1962, Borneo Literature Bureau, <35081-01-X-01> 205pp of black
and white photographs, d/w creased, boards marked. text clean and
unmarked,
£15.00
QF-1887 ~ THE GREEN FLAG: POLISH POPULIST
POLITICS 1867-1970 ~ by Olga A Narkiewicz
A political history of Poland, it's links to land reform, economy
and the peasant workers.
1976, 0856641934,<36242-01-X-01> 314pp, bibliography, Good in
black boards,
£10.00
QF-1888 ~ THE GREEN CURVE AND OTHER STORIES ~
by Ole Luk-Oie
Apposite military tales originally "written for the entertainment
of soldiers". Obviously based on the authors observations and
experiences.
1911, William Blackwood & Sons, <16857-01-X-01> vii + 318pp,
spine faded, page edges browning. Good,
£10.00
QF-1889 ~ GUILLOTINE: THE TIMBERS OF JUSTICE ~
by Robert Frederick Opie
One of France's greatest clams to fame is the invention of the
guillotine and it quickly became not only an essential part of the
horrors of the Revolution but a symbol of the Terror that was
part of that Revolution. For 188 years it was the means of capital
punishment in France and was only abolished, along with the
death penalty, in 1981. This book gives readers the grisly history
of the Guillotine and of the debates that have surrounded it.
2003, Sutton Publishing, 0750930349,<33069-01-X-01> 195pp, 23
b/w illustrations, chronology, biblio, index, New in d/w,
£16.00
QF-1890 ~ BRITAIN'S KINGS AND QUEENS ~
by Michael St John Parker
An excellent concise guide to the monarchy tabulated from
Egbert through to Elizabeth II. There is a brief history of each
monarch with dates and some with colour illustration, plus
family trees for the Saxons and the Houses of Wessex, York and
Lancaster.
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QF-1898 ~ GREAT FIRES OF LONDON ~ by Neil Wallington
Using more than three hundred vivid photographs, the drama of
scores of major incidents are brought sharply into focus in this
book which traces the historical life and times of the firefighters
of the London Fire Brigade from its origins in the early 19th
Century up to the 21st Century. Amongst the many incidents
portrayed are the London Blitz of World War II as well as
terrorist attacks on London in the recent past.
2001, Sutton Publishing, 9780750925594,<35125-01-X-01> A4
format, 176pp, 350 + colour & b/w photos, New, CARD
£12.00
QF-1899 ~ EUROPEAN MILITARY MUSEUMS ~
by J Lee Westrate
Describes the essential character of European museums and then
potted history of the museum and collections of major centres e.g.
The Imperial War Museum, Tower Armouries, Musee de la
Marine, Museo Naval, Heeresgeschichtliches Museum and many
others.
1961, Smithsonian Institute Pr, <36320-01-X-01> 206pp.
illustrations, Good. Blue boards. faded.Prev owner stamp on inside
board,
£8.00
QF-1900 ~ SWORDS OF LIGHTNING ~
by Terry White
In the early 1960s the US formed secret armies in Vietnam and
Laos in response to President Kennedy's summons for 'a whole
new kind of strategy, a wholly different kind of force, and
therefore a new and wholly different kind of military training.'
Yet guerrilla warfare, the impetus behind the creation of the
modern Special Forces units during the Second World War, has
throughout history spawned unconventional yet highly skilled
forces. Swords of Lightning relates the history of the Special
Forces by considering their many and varied peacetime and
battlefield tasks.
1992, Brassey's, 0080409768,<8746-01-X-01> 292pp, 80 photos,
mint in rubbed d/w,
£10.00
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