Finally, a wonderfully detailed reference history of personal items issued to the soldiers in Europe. Individual gear, toiletries, tobacco and personal effects from North Africa to the Rhine are covered in intimate detail. Over 400 beautiful color images and numerous compelling period photographs, many never-before published, offer a thoughtful analysis of a soldiers most valued possessions. This book illustrates from a unique perspective a sentimental side of the soldier in the foxhole as it documents and categorizes the many personal items he carried into battle. Historians, collectors, and veterans alike will undoubtedly relish the information meticulously researched and appreciate the nostalgic period advertisements and anecdotes included in this extraordinary compilation. This book is by far the best and most complete study available of personal items of the American soldier during World War II and truly an indispensable resource.
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Excellent book,
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This review is from: Individual Gear And Personal Items Of The Gi In Europe, 1942-1945 (Schiffer Military History Book) (Hardcover)
I got this book as a companion to what our squad calls "the bible": "GI Issue Collector's Guide" by Henri-Paul Enjames. The "Individual Gear" book covers just what it says: items that a soldier would typically have with them in camp or in the field. Topics include shaving kits, glasses, foot powder, language guides, lighters, cigarrettes, and flashlights, just to name a few. Overall the photoraphy and layout is very good. My only complaint is some of the photos of reflective items (such as watch faces) have a lot of glare on them. But that grumble is because my wife is a photographer and has taught me to look at pictures with a critical eye. The average reader will hardly notice the blips.
I'd highly recommend the book for any serious collector or reenactor.
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`Individual Gear And Personal Items Of The Gi In Europe, 1942-1945' is a very good companion reference book for the WWII collector. It will provide the serious collector as well as the just curious with thorough information regarding the many personal articles and extras that the American Army took along with them during WWII.
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wonderful book,
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one of the best books on the market of items of militaria. Indispensable guide for collectors and reenactors of the U.S. ww2 military items.
un libro veramente consigliato per tutti i collezionisti e rievocatori di militaria americana della ww2. Completo di bellissime ed esuriente immagini a colori. Veramente consigliato!
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