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Individual Gear And Personal Items Of The Gi In Europe, 1942-1945 (Schiffer Military History Book)

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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.

`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.

A must have for any serious re-enactor. The book shows many items to make your display complete. Well researched. Photo's are a true addition to the descriptions.

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!

A very good book for referance to this equipment,to be used in display's honoring the WWII Vets.

Excellent compliment to books featuring the weapons and military equipment of US GIs in WW2. The book covers a wide variety of the personal items issued and privately purchased by the GIs in their efforts to endure and prevail during the war in Europe. The pictures are excellent; the descriptions are well written. A handy reference volume you will consult time and time again if you enjoy collecting or researching the common GI of WW2.