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The M-1 Carbine: Classic American Small Arms at War - Volume One

Hardback

Main Details

Title The M-1 Carbine: Classic American Small Arms at War - Volume One
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Tom Laemlein
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:96
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 215
Category/GenreSmall firearms, guns and other equipment
ISBN/Barcode 9780974838922
ClassificationsDewey:623.440973
Audience
General
Illustrations 100 duotone photos

Publishing Details

Publisher RZM Imports,U.S.
Imprint RZM Imports,U.S.
Publication Date 1 March 2006
Publication Country United States

Description

* Highly illustrated with duotone images *Provides an intimate portrait of this famous weapon *Indispensable for collectors, modellers and re-enectors This new volume, along with Volume Two- The M-1 Garand - launches an exciting six-part series depicting classic American small arms in training and combat during World War II and Korea. Featuring exquisite, high-quality duotone images from the US National Archives, this book presents a unique and intimate look at the ubiquitous M1 Carbine as well as the valiant `dog-faced' infantrymen and tank crews who used it. From combat in the forests of France and Germany, to the black sand beaches of the Pacific theatre and Korea, The M-1 Carbine contains roughly one hundred exceptional images which provide a wealth of visual information for gun collectors, re-enactors, modellers and historians interested in taking a new look at this legendary weapon.