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Weapons of World War II, a photographic guide to tanks, Howitzers, submachine guns, and more historic ordnance, by G.M. Barnes

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Weapons of World War II, a photographic guide to tanks, Howitzers, submachine guns, and more historic ordnance, by G.M. Barnes

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Weapons of World War II

Oclc number

867612826

Responsibility statement

by G.M. Barnes

Sub title

a photographic guide to tanks, Howitzers, submachine guns, and more historic ordnance

Summary

"World War II not only marked a terrifying time in Europe, but also the dawning of many technological breakthroughs. In Weapons of World War II, the Chief of Research and Engineering Office of Ordnance, G.M. Barnes, discusses the various weapons used during the war. Such topics include: Small arms and small arms ammunition; Aircraft armament; Ammunition; Artillery; Tanks, gun motor carriages, and motor transport.; And more! With over one hundred fifty vintage black-and-white photos, this book is a must-have for any history buff with more than just a passing interest in how the war was fought"--Back cover

Table Of Contents

Introduction: the Ordnance Department -- Small arms and small arms amunition -- Aircraft armament -- Ammunition -- Artillery -- Rockets and launchers -- Tanks, gun motor carriages, and motor transport -- Research and materials -- Conclusion

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