This new book is most likely the first published on the organization and markings of American armor during the years prior to the Second World War. A subject that has long been ignored, the book reveals, through text, drawings and photos, the colorful markings used by American armored units during this period. Starting with the American Expeditionary Force and the Tank Corps, it works its way through the Infantry-Tank units, mechanized cavalry, the first tour armored divisions and even the GHQ tank battalions, Ever wondered what all of these geometric figures on the M2 series light tanks meant? This book will clear up that mystery. What unit does the tank belong to; what year was the photograph taken? The answers will lie within the pages of this book.

This is the seventh and last volume in a multi-volume set to help collectors, museums, and re-enactors in identifying uniforms used by the U.S. Army Ground forces in World War II. Due to size, the volume has been divided into two parts - the first dealing solely with Neckties, belts and underwear, the second with Underwear, sweaters, gloves and mittens, and protective clothing. It includes a description, stock numbers, and list of manufacturers as well as color photographs of the uniform item.

This volume was designed specifically to augment the book "The True Cost", a book detailing Confederate casualties during the Kentucky campaign of 1862. Making use of official state county road maps, the various routes of the Confederate forces are traced during the campaign. Although exact routes are not possible due to changes in the roads, good approximations are offered, including the sites of the numerous skirmishes and battles.

This book is a listing, by name, of the identified casualties suffered by the Confederate forces during the Invasion of Kentucky in mid to late 1862. These names were drawn from the records held by the U. S. National Archives. In addition there are listings of the Orders of Battle for the forces involved including the Army of Mississippi, the Confederate Army of Kentucky, and the forces of BG Abraham Buford, BG Humphrey Marshall, and BG John Hunt Morgan. The information includes names and ranks, as well as the unit and the location of each loss. Over 8500 men listed, although this is still not a complete list, since the Confederate records are not complete.

A personal and non-technical experience in collecting U.S. Postal History of the 19th Century. The book is filled with photographs of typical postal history covers from the period and explanations of the various types of mail in existence in the 1800s. I have included a brief listing of the postal fees and rates used from 1801 - 1900.

This book contains a short history of the development and use of the American Model 1917 Light tank. Over 100 photographs of the tank in use and in training. Information on the units which used the tank as well as information on the painting and marking of the tank from 1919 to 1940.

This is part 1 of volume 7 on the Miscellaneous clothing items worn by the ground troops of the U.S. Army during World War II. It includes a description of each object, how it was issued, who made them, stock number runs and how much they cost at the time. It includes color photographs of the items as well.

This is part 2 of volume 5 of a seven volume set on uniforms used by the US Army Ground Forces during World War II. Each item includes a brief description, color photographs, information on issue, stock numbers and original cost, as well as a list of known manufacturers.

The fifth in a seven volume set on the uniforms used by US Army Ground Forces during World War II. This first part of volume 5 covers enlisted and officer's service caps and hats, as well as garrison caps. Information includes known manufacturers of the uniform items, issue date, stock number runs and original cost of the item.

This is volume 6 of a 7 volume set on the uniforms used by the U.S. Army Ground Forces during World War II. The book covers the footwear of the ground troops - boots, shoes, overshoes, and leggings. Each item is described and has color photographs as well as how the item was issued, its stock number run, and the price it cost at the time. Also included is the known manufacturers of the item. References for the book are contained in the series addendum.

This is the 4th volume of a multi-volume set of books covering the Uniforms of the U.S. Army Ground Forces of World War II. This volume contains photographs and descriptions of Blue Denim and Herringbone-twill uniforms - including the camouflage uniforms. It also contains information on the issue of the uniform items, as well as the known manufacturers and the stock numbers associated with the clothing.

This is the second volume in a multi-volume set to help collectors, museums, and re-enactors in identifying uniforms used by the U.S. Army Ground forces in World War II. Due to size, the volume has been divided into two parts - the first dealing solely with Wool trousers and breeches, the second with cotton trousers and breeches. It includes a description, stock numbers, and list of manufacturers as well as color photographs of the uniform item.

Volume 2, Part II of a multi-book series on the uniforms used by the US Army Ground forces during World War II. This part covers cotton trousers and breeches, as well as some of the specialized uniform trousers. Includes color photographs, descriptions, stock numbers, issue information, and a list of manufacturers.

Part of a series of books on artifacts held by the U.S. Army Museums System. This particular book is on General Patton's B-3 Bomber Jacket. It contains detailed photographs taken during inspection and conservation of the Jacket for a new exhibit at the Patton museum of Cavalry and Armor, Fort Knox KY in 2004.

The title says it all - this is a pictorial account of the move of the U.S. Army's Armor and Cavalry Museum from Fort Knox to Fort Benning. Formerly known as the Patton Museum of Cavalry and Armor, the museum was ordered to move in 2010 to Fort Benning, along with the U.S. Army Armor Center and School. The book contains over 100 color photographs of the collection as it is packed and transport out of Fort Knox, as well as a list of the vehicles moved.

This is a one of a series of photo books on significant artifacts held by the U.S. Army Center of Military History. This volume covers the pair of pistols used by General George S. Patton Jr. during World War II - the M1873 Colt Peacemaker, and the S&W .357 Magnum. It includes a brief history of each revolver and a number of close up and detail color photographs of each. An added bonus is comparative shots of the two pistols with the two revolvers used during the filming of the movie "PATTON."