The third of a three-volume series detailing the uniforms, equipment, weapons and organisation of the US Army of World War 2, this title covers the forces deployed in the final climactic campaign in Europe. It takes them from the build-up in England to the Normandy beaches on D-Day: across France an[...]

This title is structured around the career of a single tanker from 37th Tank Battalion, 4th Armored Division, revealing what it was like to live and fight in a medium tank. The focus is largely on the crew of an M4 Sherman, though light tank service is also studied. Tank operation required a well tr[...]

The Plains Indian War was one of the most controversial conflicts in American military history. Army commanders schooled in jominian strategy and experienced with the mass and maneuver tactics of the American Civil War were thrown into a tough situation. In this title, Dr Chun examines the organizat[...]

This study of the US Army infantryman in Vietnam takes the reader through the stages of the soldier's training and acceptance, including his experiences at the Armed Forces Induction Center and his initial introduction to Vietnam's varied conditions of service, whilst detailing developments in weapo[...]

The Sherman was the most widely used Allied tank of World War II and was built in larger numbers than all German tanks combined. There was also a huge number of variants, powered by different engines, and manufactured with different types of hulls and turrets. This book presents an expert guide to m[...]

The Sherman tank was the principal US and Allied tank of World War II - more Shermans were built than all German tanks combined. Not only were large numbers of Shermans manufactured, but a large number of variants emerged powered by different types of engines and with different types of hulls, turre[...]

Osprey's survey of the Long-Range Patrol Scouts of the US Army during the Vietnam War (1955-1975). The Vietnamese knew the Long-Range Patrol Scouts as "the men with green faces," a reference to the camouflage paint that they used. Operating in patrols of four to six men these men were like ghosts, o[...]

In June 1941 the US Army's air organisations were consolidated under a single command, the Army Air Forces or AAF. Its expansion was rapid and massive, and its contribution to the war effort was substantial. Books abound describing the AAF's impressive combat record, but little has been published to[...]

Discover the fundamentals of psychological warfare - PSYWAR. Learn how to change opinions, win hearts and minds, and convert people to your cause via mass communication! Book 1 of 3 in the C.M.L. U.S. Army PSYOP series. Full-size 8.5"x11" edition.[...]

Essential training for leaders EVERYWHERE - supremely relevant not only within the Army but for managers, trainers and entrepreneurs in all organizations' management structures. IMPORTANT - CURRENT EDITION: Unlike other editions available, this is NOT the old, outdated FM 6-22 field manual: these a[...]

BECOME AN EXPERT RIFLEMAN Thoroughly revised to conform to today's marksmanship requirements and combat realities, this comprehensive handbook provides the aspiring or seasoned M4, M16 or Armalite series operator with a tremendous resource for getting the best from their rifle or carbine and honing [...]