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Book SynopsisIn World War II, the U.S. Army not only supplied its soldiers with the most modern equipment and uniforms, suitable for any combat situation, but went as far as providing them with their favourite drinks or candy bars, and seemingly anything else they might require.
This comprehensive reference book brings together all the equipment issued to American soldiers in the European Theater of Operations, 1943–45. Each item is presented with its catalog numbers, described in detail and fully depicted in photographs, including close-ups of the labels to aid identification of items. Graphics and diagrams offer additional information and context. This second volume of the G.I. Collector's Guide is fully revised with the addition of sections including personal equipment, trophies and souvenirs, the wartime draft and Stateside training, and the life of POWs in German camps. More than one thousand new artifacts with detailed captions are featured in this completely revised new work.
Expert Henri-Paul Enjames describes all variations of uniform, insignia, badges, weapons, and equipment in detail. As a complete catalogue with high-quality photographs, this book is invaluable to both family historians researching grandpa's kit found in the attic and to assist collectors in their quest to find authentic items among the reproductions that flood the modern market.
Trade ReviewItems are clearly labeled, and the brief text and period photos describe use of the gear. This book is a valuable resource volume for military historians, collectors, and modelers alike. * IPMS/USA *
Henri’s incredibly exhaustive research has resulted in definitive illustrated guides to GI gear ‘so that the sacrifice of those who fought for the liberation of Europe is not forgotten.’ Readers will be rewarded with a mother lode of photos and data vital for historians, militaria collectors, model makers, and toy soldier and model figure enthusiasts. * Toy Soldier Collector *
These books will appeal to a range of interests in the World War 2 US Army. This spectrum will include museum curators, reenactors, and collectors of various themes such as insignia, uniforms etc. The author has done a great service and he should be highly commended for his efforts. Just saying “well done you have produced two brilliant books” is a massive understatement. * Military Archive Research *
Excellent photos. Excellent reference. * The Historical Miniatures Gaming Society 26/10/2022 *
Table of ContentsForeword Introduction: Organization of Army Divisions, 1944 1. The Wartime Draft 2. The Training Camps 3. Insignia and Decorations 4. Uniforms 5. Individual Equipment 6. Small Arms and Crew Served Weapons 7. Camp Life 8. Armored Troops 9. Airborne Troops 10. Mountain Troops 11. Female Personnel 12. Military Police 13. Army Rations 14. Engineer Equipment 15. Army Signals 16. Protection Against Gas Attacks 17. The Medical Department 18. Army Chaplains 19. Army Publications and Other Printed Material 20. Sports and Recreation 21. Personal Items 22. American POWs 23. Trophies and Souvenirs 24. Homecoming and Discharge Abbreviations Index Bibliography Acknowledgements
